iFi Audio ZEN CAN 3 Balanced Desktop Headphone Amplifier

ZEN CAN 3 Balanced Pure Analogue Desktop Headphone Amplifier, by iFi Audio.

Today the world is busy, fast, and full of noise. iFi Audio know the power of music, and how it’s capable of taking you out of this world to someplace new. Somewhere tranquil, where melodies can uplift, and vocals can move you to tears.

The unrivalled clarity of the ZEN CAN 3 envelops you with raw, unadulterated emotion. Hear the crack of a voice, the crescendo of a chorus, the delicate whisper of a piano – every note and nuance is delivered with breathtaking precision. The ZEN CAN 3 ignites late-night listening sessions with its ability to effortlessly drive headphones – from xMEMS-based IEMs to high-end planar magnetic drivers – delivering up to 2,000 mW output power.

Isolate yourself from the chaos of the outside world with the all-new analogue EQ-modes, allowing for full immersion during intense gaming and movie marathons.

xMEMS Support

ZEN CAN 3 now supports IEMs using xMEMS, an innovative micro-speaker technology pushing the boundaries of headphone performance. By incorporating the pioneering xMEMS amplification first found in the flagship iDSD Diablo-X, the ZEN CAN 3 can deliver the voltage required for optimal operation of this cutting-edge technology, bringing the power of xMEMS to a whole new audience and ensuring that you are ready for the future as it happens.

Movies + Gaming EQ Modes

The iFi ZEN CAN 3 is built for more than just music. The new launch boasts two new analogue EQ modes, tuned for Gaming and Movies. Movie mode enhances dialogue clarity, so you never miss a moment during your favourite films while Game mode makes low-level sound effects crystal-clear to keep you one step ahead of your opponents - at all times.

Power + Clarity

With its impressive 2,000 mW output power, the ZEN CAN 3 offers a significant upgrade to the way you experience music through headphones, with unprecedented clarity and headroom. Its ability to handle dynamic peaks with ease means you can experience music as it was meant to be heard – vivid, immersive, and profoundly moving. It means more than just loudness – it’s about feeling the music resonate through you, stirring your soul and creating a connection that transcends mere sound.

Whether its planar magnetic headphones requiring more power to drive accurately, or high-impedance models that need ample current delivery, the ZEN CAN 3 rises to the challenge.

All Analogue

Unlike other audiophile offerings, all the ZEN CAN 3’s features are done with analogue circuitry, as opposed to Digital Signal Processing (DSP), where the audio signal is manipulated before being converted to true analogue sound.

Instead, the ZEN CAN 3 leverages the natural advantages of analogue circuitry: it maintains the integrity of the sound, introduces less phase shift and distortion, and boasts a more natural-sounding adjustment of frequencies.

XBass+

iFi’s signature analogue bass enhancement, XBass+, is designed to make bass hit harder without compromising the clarity of the midrange – perfect for when you’re listening with IEMs or open-back headphones that lack bass response.

XSpace

XSpace recreates the expansive soundstage of speakers, transforming headphone listening from confined and inside your head to natural and spacious. This technology makes music come alive, offering a concert-like sound experience without losing any detail or resolution – all achieved through the innovative design of our circuitry.

Features

• Two new analogue EQ modes for Gaming and Movies.
• Up to 2,000 mW continuous output power for hard-to-drive headphones.
• Adjustable gain from 0-18 dB with +6 dB steps for optimal headphone matching.
• Two-tone design with Sunlit Bronze hardware.
• High-quality parts from Panasonic, TDK, MELF, Texas Instruments, and muRata.
• iFi / AMR OV-series op-amps for superior performance.

Specifications

• Analogue Inputs: Balanced 4.4 mm, Single-Ended 3.5 mm, RCA
• Analogue Output: Balanced 4.4 mm
• Headphone Outputs: Balanced 4.4 mm, Single-Ended 6.35 mm
• Output Power (RMS): Balanced 2,000 mW @ 64 Ω; Single-Ended 1,600 mW @ 32 Ω
• Output Impedance: Balanced <2 Ω; Single Ended <1 Ω
• THD+N: Balanced / Single-Ended <0.006 %
• XMEMS: >21 Vpp (Balanced 4.4 mm), 22 Ω, 11 V DC Bias
• SNR: Balanced >125 dB; Single-Ended >122 dB
• DNR: Balanced / Single-Ended 119 dBA @ 0 dBFS
• Line Output Level: 4 Vrms (0 dB 200 kΩ load)
• Line Output Impedance: <200 Ω
• Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 200 kHz (-3 dB)
• Dimensions: 158 x 117 x 35 mm
• Net Weight: 495 g

Included

• iFi Audio ZEN CAN 3.
• 3.5 to 6.35 mm Adapter.
• RCA Cable.
• Power Adapter.
• Instruction Card.
• Quick Start Guide.

More Information

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