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The ZEN Blue 3 is a state-of-the-art Bluetooth transmitter and receiver that delivers lossless audio quality and supports Hi-Res 96kHz via LDAC. With its advanced Bluetooth 5.4 technology and versatile modes, it offers an exceptional audiophile-grade experience for any Hi-Fi system.
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OUTPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4, RCA
INPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4
MAX SAMPLING RATES
RX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, TX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (USB) - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (SPDIF) - 192kHz/24bit
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
109dB
CHIP TYPE
Qualcomm's flagship Bluetooth QCC5181 chip featuring Bluetooth 5.4
DIMENSIONS
6.2" x 4.5" x 1.4"
OUTPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4, RCA
INPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4
MAX SAMPLING RATES
RX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, TX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (USB) - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (SPDIF) - 192kHz/24bit
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
109dB
CHIP TYPE
Qualcomm's flagship Bluetooth QCC5181 chip featuring Bluetooth 5.4
DIMENSIONS
6.2" x 4.5" x 1.4"

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The ZEN Blue 3 features groundbreaking technology with Bluetooth 5.4, offering lossless audio transmission and Hi-Res 96kHz support via LDAC, providing an unparalleled audiophile-grade Bluetooth experience.

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iFi Audio Zen Blue V3 High Resolution Bluetooth DAC

Bluetooth technology has long struggled to deliver high-quality sound, but ZEN Blue 3 overcomes these challenges. By merging wireless connectivity with lossless audio transmission and audiophile-grade circuitry, ZEN Blue 3 offers a true audiophile-grade Bluetooth experience for your Hi-Fi system. Experience effortless connectivity, liberated from wires, and enjoy audiophile-grade sound at home. Cut the wires and enjoy freedom and quality simultaneously. ZEN Blue 3 uses the latest Bluetooth 5.4. It can receive or transmit CD-quality lossless Bluetooth via the aptX Lossless codec and Hi-Res 96kHz via LDAC and LHDC/HWA.

Key Features:

  • Switchable low-latency mode to resolve audio/video delay
  • Receives or transmits Bluetooth for ultimate versatility
  • CD-quality Bluetooth with no data loss
  • DAC mode with USB-C and S/PDIF inputs
  • Balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn line output
  • Hi-Res 24/96kHz over LDAC and LHDC/HWA
  • aptX Lossless

ZEN Blue 3 offers 3 function modes to choose from:

  1. RX mode (receives Bluetooth from a source device)
  2. TX mode (transmits Bluetooth to a device)
  3. DAC mode (acts as a wired DAC)

RX Mode

Connect your phone or music player via Bluetooth to the ZEN Blue 3.

  • Input: Bluetooth
  • Output: Optical/Coax/Line

TX Mode

Connect the ZEN Blue 3 to Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Bluetooth headphones or speakers.

  • Input: USB/Line/Coax/Optical
  • Output: Bluetooth

DAC Mode

Use ZEN Blue 3 as a wired DAC.

  • Input: USB/Coax/Optical
  • Output: Active Speaker, Line/Coax/Optical

Use two ZEN Blue 3 units together over Bluetooth for long distances where running a cable is impractical.

  • Input: Bluetooth
  • Output: Active Speaker, DAC, Amplifier

Lag-Free Gaming

For demanding gamers seeking the lowest possible latency, ZEN Blue 3 (in TX mode) offers a dedicated low latency mode.

Wired or Wireless

ZEN Blue 3 can act as a traditional wired DAC via USB-C or S/PDIF inputs.

ZEN Blue 3 has true audiophile-grade Hi-Fi circuitry and is not just a system-on-a-chip solution. It uses separate Bluetooth, DAC, and Op-Amp chips for superior sound quality.

Specifications:

Inputs

Digital:

  • RX mode: Bluetooth 5.4
  • TX mode: USB, Optical, Coaxial
  • DAC mode: USB, Optical, Coaxial

Analogue:

  • RX mode: -
  • TX mode: RCA
  • DAC mode: RCA

Outputs

Digital:

  • RX mode: Optical, Coaxial
  • TX mode: Bluetooth 5.4
  • DAC mode: Optical, Coaxial

Analogue:

  • RX mode: RCA, 4.4mm Balanced
  • TX mode: -
  • DAC mode: RCA, 4.4mm Balanced

Maximum Sampling Rates

RX mode:

  • 96kHz/24-Bit

TX mode:

  • 96kHz/24-Bit

DAC mode:

  • USB: 96kHz/24-Bit
  • S/PDIF: 192kHz/24-Bit

Additional Specs:

  • SNR: 109dB
  • DNR: 109dBA (0dBFS @ 1kHz)
  • THD+N: <0.005% (10K load @ 20-20kHz)
  • Dimensions: 158 x 115 x 35mm (6.2 x 4.5 x 1.4”)
  • Net Weight: 447g (0.99 lbs)
  • Limited Warranty: 12 months*

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Product Description

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The ZEN Blue 3 is a state-of-the-art Bluetooth transmitter and receiver that delivers lossless audio quality and supports Hi-Res 96kHz via LDAC. With its advanced Bluetooth 5.4 technology and versatile modes, it offers an exceptional audiophile-grade experience for any Hi-Fi system.
Get the Details
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Features & Specs Line Circle

OUTPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4, RCA
INPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4
MAX SAMPLING RATES
RX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, TX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (USB) - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (SPDIF) - 192kHz/24bit
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
109dB
CHIP TYPE
Qualcomm's flagship Bluetooth QCC5181 chip featuring Bluetooth 5.4
DIMENSIONS
6.2" x 4.5" x 1.4"
OUTPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4, RCA
INPUTS
Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth 5.4
MAX SAMPLING RATES
RX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, TX Mode - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (USB) - 96kHz/24bit, DAC Mode (SPDIF) - 192kHz/24bit
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
109dB
CHIP TYPE
Qualcomm's flagship Bluetooth QCC5181 chip featuring Bluetooth 5.4
DIMENSIONS
6.2" x 4.5" x 1.4"
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Expert Insight

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The ZEN Blue 3 features groundbreaking technology with Bluetooth 5.4, offering lossless audio transmission and Hi-Res 96kHz support via LDAC, providing an unparalleled audiophile-grade Bluetooth experience.

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Dylan Crane
Brand Manager
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Details

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iFi Audio Zen Blue V3 High Resolution Bluetooth DAC

Bluetooth technology has long struggled to deliver high-quality sound, but ZEN Blue 3 overcomes these challenges. By merging wireless connectivity with lossless audio transmission and audiophile-grade circuitry, ZEN Blue 3 offers a true audiophile-grade Bluetooth experience for your Hi-Fi system. Experience effortless connectivity, liberated from wires, and enjoy audiophile-grade sound at home. Cut the wires and enjoy freedom and quality simultaneously. ZEN Blue 3 uses the latest Bluetooth 5.4. It can receive or transmit CD-quality lossless Bluetooth via the aptX Lossless codec and Hi-Res 96kHz via LDAC and LHDC/HWA.

Key Features:

  • Switchable low-latency mode to resolve audio/video delay
  • Receives or transmits Bluetooth for ultimate versatility
  • CD-quality Bluetooth with no data loss
  • DAC mode with USB-C and S/PDIF inputs
  • Balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn line output
  • Hi-Res 24/96kHz over LDAC and LHDC/HWA
  • aptX Lossless

ZEN Blue 3 offers 3 function modes to choose from:

  1. RX mode (receives Bluetooth from a source device)
  2. TX mode (transmits Bluetooth to a device)
  3. DAC mode (acts as a wired DAC)

RX Mode

Connect your phone or music player via Bluetooth to the ZEN Blue 3.

  • Input: Bluetooth
  • Output: Optical/Coax/Line

TX Mode

Connect the ZEN Blue 3 to Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Bluetooth headphones or speakers.

  • Input: USB/Line/Coax/Optical
  • Output: Bluetooth

DAC Mode

Use ZEN Blue 3 as a wired DAC.

  • Input: USB/Coax/Optical
  • Output: Active Speaker, Line/Coax/Optical

Use two ZEN Blue 3 units together over Bluetooth for long distances where running a cable is impractical.

  • Input: Bluetooth
  • Output: Active Speaker, DAC, Amplifier

Lag-Free Gaming

For demanding gamers seeking the lowest possible latency, ZEN Blue 3 (in TX mode) offers a dedicated low latency mode.

Wired or Wireless

ZEN Blue 3 can act as a traditional wired DAC via USB-C or S/PDIF inputs.

ZEN Blue 3 has true audiophile-grade Hi-Fi circuitry and is not just a system-on-a-chip solution. It uses separate Bluetooth, DAC, and Op-Amp chips for superior sound quality.

Specifications:

Inputs

Digital:

  • RX mode: Bluetooth 5.4
  • TX mode: USB, Optical, Coaxial
  • DAC mode: USB, Optical, Coaxial

Analogue:

  • RX mode: -
  • TX mode: RCA
  • DAC mode: RCA

Outputs

Digital:

  • RX mode: Optical, Coaxial
  • TX mode: Bluetooth 5.4
  • DAC mode: Optical, Coaxial

Analogue:

  • RX mode: RCA, 4.4mm Balanced
  • TX mode: -
  • DAC mode: RCA, 4.4mm Balanced

Maximum Sampling Rates

RX mode:

  • 96kHz/24-Bit

TX mode:

  • 96kHz/24-Bit

DAC mode:

  • USB: 96kHz/24-Bit
  • S/PDIF: 192kHz/24-Bit

Additional Specs:

  • SNR: 109dB
  • DNR: 109dBA (0dBFS @ 1kHz)
  • THD+N: <0.005% (10K load @ 20-20kHz)
  • Dimensions: 158 x 115 x 35mm (6.2 x 4.5 x 1.4”)
  • Net Weight: 447g (0.99 lbs)
  • Limited Warranty: 12 months*
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