iFi ZEN Air BLUE

iFi ZEN Air BLUE — Bluetooth Receiver and DAC

Wireless streaming of high-resolution music no longer has to mean compromising on sound quality. iFi ZEN Air BLUE brings modern Bluetooth 5.x technology, which ensures stable transmission with low latency, and thanks to support for top Hi-Res codecs such as LDAC, aptX HD and aptX Adaptive, it provides clean, dynamic and spatially faithful sound. This compact Bluetooth receiver and DAC is ideal for users who want to turn their amplifier, active speakers or hi-fi system into a wireless system without losing quality. Thanks to the Qualcomm QCC5100 low-noise chipset and optimized analog parts, it is one of the most reliable solutions on the market.

Support for modern Hi-Res Bluetooth codecs

iFi ZEN Air BLUE supports all major codecs for wireless audio transmission in hi-fi quality, including LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, AAC, SBC and LHDC/HWA. This diversity guarantees compatibility with most modern devices, from smartphones to laptops, and allows for audio transmission with maximum fidelity. In practice, this means that music remains detailed and rich, no matter what source you stream from.

Easy connection and intuitive control

Thanks to the analog RCA output, connection to an amplifier or active speakers is quick and easy. LED indicators on the device display the currently used codec and sampling rate (44/48/88/96 kHz), making it easy to check the quality of the transmission. The compact design of the ZEN Air series ensures that the device fits easily on a work desk or in a hi-fi rack.

Technical data

• Bluetooth version: 5.x
• Chipset: Qualcomm QCC5100 Series
• Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, LHDC/HWA
• Analog output: RCA L/R
• Output voltage: 2.05 V ±0.05 V @ 0 dBFS
• Dynamic range / SNR: 109 dB (A)
• THD+N: < 0.0015 %
• Output impedance: < 50 Ω
• Power supply: DC 5 V / ±0.5 A (USB)
• Consumption: < 2.5 W
• Dimensions: 158 × 100 × 35 mm
• Weight: approx. 295 g

Ideal for a wide range of uses

The iFi ZEN Air BLUE is the perfect addition for wireless music streaming from your phone, tablet or laptop. It is ideal for upgrading classic hi-fi systems to Hi-Res Bluetooth and is a great fit for desktop audio systems, active speakers or integrated amplifiers. Its compact design and top-notch performance make it the ideal companion for audio enthusiasts and professional users.