Our take
iFi's Zen Stream is a Roon Ready network bridge with USB and coaxial S/PDIF outputs that lets you add network streaming to your existing DAC. It connects to your network via WiFi or Ethernet, allowing you to stream your favorite music using Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, AirPlay, and of course, Roon Ready streaming.
Product details
The ZEN Stream is the long-awaited addition to iFi Audio's popular and much-acclaimed ZEN series. This compact designed network player fits optically perfectly with the current ZEN line-up and meets the same design criteria that made the existing ZEN series so popular among music enthusiasts world-wide.
With this iFi Audio ZEN Stream you acquire a high-quality streaming device with which you can stream from any audio source in the best possible sound quality. This ZEN Stream finds a perfect match with the best-selling iFi Audio ZEN DAC. Connect the network player by USB and enjoy DSD and PCM streams in excellent sound quality. If you own an amplifier with a built-in DAC, you can connect the ZEN Stream by both USB and coaxial S/PDIF.
Simply the best
Besides the digital outputs, the streamer is equipped with an RJ45 LAN connection and dual-band Wi-Fi. The player supports DLNA streaming and is NAA compatible. With Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect you can stream directly from the Spotify and Tidal smartphone app. Moreover, the ZEN Stream is equipped with Apple Airplay for optimal use with iOS.
Future-proof design
Thanks to the powerful 64-bit quad-core ARM processor and the open architecture, this ZEN Stream is designed to be future-proof. Unique to the ZEN streamer is that it is provided with 'Exclusive Mode Selection'. This allows the user to pre-set the desired streaming method (e.g. DLNA, NAA, Roon, Tidal) with a rotary switch on the back of the device, which will only allow the streamer to play a particular stream in the best possible sound quality. This is, certainly in this price range, a unique feature.
Sound quality comes first
Soft- and hardware are completely custom-built, and the streaming platform is provided with a Femto precision GMT clock which eliminates any chance of jitter. The streaming bridge, like most other iFI products, comes with Active Noise Cancellation II and iPurifier technologies for the USB and S/PDIF interfaces. It's no coincidence that these most affordable ZEN components are most popular among music enthusiasts worldwide.
Tech specs
| Supported File Formats | Virtually all file formats |
| Sampling Rate & Bit Depth | 32-bit/ 384kHz PCM | DSD256 |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect/ Tidal Connect |
| Airplay | Airplay, UPnP/ DLNA, Roon Ready, RJ45, 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi |
| Inputs | USB Type A (HDD), DC 9V/1.8A - 15V/0.8A |
| Outputs | USB Type A, S/PDIF (Coaxial) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 35 x 158 x 100 mm |
| Weight | 578g |
| Package contents | ZEN Stream, Ethernet Cable, Power Adapter, User Manual, Warranty Card |
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Our take
Our take
iFi's Zen Stream is a Roon Ready network bridge with USB and coaxial S/PDIF outputs that lets you add network streaming to your existing DAC. It connects to your network via WiFi or Ethernet, allowing you to stream your favorite music using Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, AirPlay, and of course, Roon Ready streaming.
Product details
Product details
The ZEN Stream is the long-awaited addition to iFi Audio's popular and much-acclaimed ZEN series. This compact designed network player fits optically perfectly with the current ZEN line-up and meets the same design criteria that made the existing ZEN series so popular among music enthusiasts world-wide.
With this iFi Audio ZEN Stream you acquire a high-quality streaming device with which you can stream from any audio source in the best possible sound quality. This ZEN Stream finds a perfect match with the best-selling iFi Audio ZEN DAC. Connect the network player by USB and enjoy DSD and PCM streams in excellent sound quality. If you own an amplifier with a built-in DAC, you can connect the ZEN Stream by both USB and coaxial S/PDIF.
Simply the best
Besides the digital outputs, the streamer is equipped with an RJ45 LAN connection and dual-band Wi-Fi. The player supports DLNA streaming and is NAA compatible. With Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect you can stream directly from the Spotify and Tidal smartphone app. Moreover, the ZEN Stream is equipped with Apple Airplay for optimal use with iOS.
Future-proof design
Thanks to the powerful 64-bit quad-core ARM processor and the open architecture, this ZEN Stream is designed to be future-proof. Unique to the ZEN streamer is that it is provided with 'Exclusive Mode Selection'. This allows the user to pre-set the desired streaming method (e.g. DLNA, NAA, Roon, Tidal) with a rotary switch on the back of the device, which will only allow the streamer to play a particular stream in the best possible sound quality. This is, certainly in this price range, a unique feature.
Sound quality comes first
Soft- and hardware are completely custom-built, and the streaming platform is provided with a Femto precision GMT clock which eliminates any chance of jitter. The streaming bridge, like most other iFI products, comes with Active Noise Cancellation II and iPurifier technologies for the USB and S/PDIF interfaces. It's no coincidence that these most affordable ZEN components are most popular among music enthusiasts worldwide.
Tech specs
Tech specs
| Supported File Formats | Virtually all file formats |
| Sampling Rate & Bit Depth | 32-bit/ 384kHz PCM | DSD256 |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect/ Tidal Connect |
| Airplay | Airplay, UPnP/ DLNA, Roon Ready, RJ45, 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi |
| Inputs | USB Type A (HDD), DC 9V/1.8A - 15V/0.8A |
| Outputs | USB Type A, S/PDIF (Coaxial) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 35 x 158 x 100 mm |
| Weight | 578g |
| Package contents | ZEN Stream, Ethernet Cable, Power Adapter, User Manual, Warranty Card |
TechX Guarantee
TechX Guarantee
We understand the anxiety of shopping online in Malaysia particularly on startup and small business website; you don't get to physically hold the product before buying, how will you know if the product will live up to your expectations,... - which is why we are committed to
- Only sell/advertise products or brands that we believe in
- Thoroughly research a product/model to save you time and get the most value for your money
- Go the extra mile to properly package items for shipping
- Rely on reputable courier service (*not necessarily the cheapest)
- Provide second to none customer service (Lazada/Shopee gets thousands of visitors a day, we have Only You to focus on)
- Safeguarding your privacy & offer a seamless user experience on our ecommerce webpage
- Ensure all pages and content on TechX are accessed using SSL encryption (*look for the padlock icon on the left side of the address bar...SSL allows sensitive information such as credit card numbers, login credentials to be transmitted securely)
- Your satisfaction! We believe we sourced for the best quality products around, however sometimes life happens. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with the quality of any product, we will gladly refund your money + 20% of what your paid
In the event you still need further assurance, write to us via our Contact Form and we'll get back within 2 hours.