Our take
It's basically the original ZEN DAC but it doesnt have a balanced output so if you're not planning on running a balanced system then this is a great value product and sounds very similar to the original Zen DAC
The Bass boost on the Zen AIR DAC is as satifying as the original Zen DAC
Product details
- Hi-res DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter) and headphone amp
- Use as a headphone amp, or as a pure DAC with an amp and speakers
- Connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones, tablets, games consoles and more via USB
- Supports 32-bit/384kHz PCM, fully native DSD256 and MQA
- Convenient desktop size, powered by USB or mains
- PowerMatch and XBass controls – adjust to suit your headphones
- High-performance circuitry delivers smooth, detailed and dynamic sound
The ZEN Air DAC outputs very hi-res (high resolution) quality audio. This is much better that the standard audio you would get from just using your computer, games console, tablet or smartphone.
Imagine the difference in quality from a standard TV to an 8K Ultra HD TV — but in sound! This is the difference an external DAC makes to your music.
Once you hear it, you’ll be converted (not just your audio)!
The ZEN Air DAC supports different file formats – PCM 32bit/384kHz, fully native DSD256 and MQA.
PCM – Pulse Code Modulation is the file format used in CD, DVD, Blu-ray and other digital audio applications. It’s the next step up from MP3.
DSD – Direct Stream Digital is a very high-quality audio format, better than CD quality. The higher the number (sample rate), the better the recording – DSD64, 128, 256, 512 and 1024. Fully native means that it hasn’t been altered in any way from the original recording.
MQA – Master Quality Authenticated is an award-winning audio technology that enables music fans to stream the original master recording into their home, car or their mobile. With the ZEN Air DAC you can listen to MQA straight out of the box. Simply connect to Tidal Masters and check the option to stream MQA.
Most DACs still use digital volume control – ours is analogue.
What does this mean? When you reduce the volume on other DACs you remove data from the song or soundtrack. With analogue volume control, you reduce the volume whilst maintaining the quality.
Put simply, the ZEN Air DAC is an easy way to experience super clear, hi-res audio quality in your everyday listening.
Sift through the noise, breathe in the Air.
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