Fresh New Look. Unleash Every Music Detail.
The ZEN DAC 3 serves as your gateway to the world of high-resolution music, offering support for sample rates of up to 768kHz. This future-proof feature ensures full compatibility with all music formats available on streaming platforms, bringing you the best in sound quality.
Equipped with a built-in headphone amplifier and the versatility to function both as a DAC and a DAC/Pre, this all-encompassing device is the only piece of equipment you’ll need on your desk. It seamlessly connects to headphones, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, or active speakers, offering a comprehensive audio solution for home and office.
Refined to Perfection.
The acclaimed ZEN DAC series has garnered numerous awards, including being named WHAT Hi-Fi?’s Best DAC under £200 for four consecutive years.
The ZEN DAC 3 continues its legendary status by doubling its high-resolution support up to 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA decoding capabilities.
The USB-C connectivity streamlines cable management and provides USB input overvoltage protection, safeguarding it against potential harm. Moreover, a significant reduction in DC offset minimises audio clicks when adjusting settings. These improvements propel the ZEN DAC 3 to new heights of audio excellence.
Input USB Type-C
Game Console Compatibility SONY PS5 and Nintendo Switch
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Formats PCM (768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1kHz)
DSD (512/256/128/64)
DXD (768/705.6/384/352.8kHz)
MQA (Decoder)
DAC Bit-Perfect DSD & DXD DAC by Burr Brown
Line Output Section
Output Power
Balanced 4.4mm 2V / 6.2V max. (variable); 4.2V fixed
Single-Ended RCA 1V / 3.3V max. (variable); 2.1V fixed
Output Impedance Balanced 4.4mm ≤200Ω; Single-Ended RCA ≤100Ω
SNR ≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS
DNR ≥ 113dBA @ 0dBFS
THD+N Balanced 4.4mm <0.0015% @ 0dBFS; Single-Ended RCA <0.003% @ 0dBFS
Headphone Output Section
Max.^ Output Power
Balanced 4.4mm >70mW @ 600Ω; >300mW @ 32Ω
Single-Ended 6.35mm >18mW @ 600Ω; >210mW @ 32Ω
RMS Output Power
Balanced 4.4mm >390mW @ 64Ω
Single-Ended 6.35mm >210mW @ 32Ω
Output impedance ≤1Ω
SNR ≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm)
DNR ≥ 109dBA @ 0dBFS (6.2V 4.4mm / 3.3V 6.35mm)
THD+N Balanced 4.4mm <0.005% (2V @ 600 Ω); Single-Ended 6.35mm <0.013% (1.27V @ 32Ω)
General
Frequency Response 5Hz – 90kHz (±3dB)
Power supply requirement USB-C or DC 5V/0.5A (centre +ve)
Power consumption No Signal ~0.5W; Max Signal ~2.5W
Dimensions 158 x 115 x 35mm (6.2” x 4.6” x 1.4”)
Net weight 456g (1.0 lbs)
Limited Warranty 12 months*
*12 months typical or as permitted / required by local resell laws.
*Specifications are subject to change without Notice.
