iFi ZEN CAN Signature

The iFi ZEN CAN Signature is a high-performance analogue headphone amplifier designed to deliver substantial power, low noise, and refined sound for a wide range of headphones and IEMs. Its fully balanced, symmetrical dual-mono circuitry delivers up to 1,890mW at 64Ω through the 4.4mm balanced headphone output, with more than 15V available for high-impedance loads.

Signature-grade upgrades include a military-spec PCB, ELNA Silmic II and OS-CON capacitors, and iFi's custom OV Series op-amps. The included iPower2 low-noise power supply uses Active Noise Cancellation II to help minimize incoming EMI and RFI.

Four PowerMatch gain settings—0dB, 6dB, 12dB, and 18dB—allow the amplifier to accommodate headphones with different sensitivities and power requirements. Analogue XBass enhances low-frequency response, while XSpace expands the perceived soundstage without relying on digital processing.

Fully Balanced Amplification

The ZEN CAN Signature uses a symmetrical dual-mono balanced circuit with 4.4mm balanced connectivity. It delivers up to 1,890mW RMS at 64Ω and provides the voltage required for demanding high-impedance headphones.

Signature-Grade Components

Upgraded internal components include a military-spec PCB, ELNA Silmic II and OS-CON capacitors, and custom iFi/AMR OV Series op-amps selected for low noise and distortion.

XBass & XSpace

XBass provides analogue low-frequency enhancement for headphones that benefit from additional bass presence, while XSpace expands the perceived soundstage for a more spacious headphone presentation.

Four-Level PowerMatch

Selectable 0dB, 6dB, 12dB, and 18dB gain settings make it easier to match the amplifier to everything from sensitive headphones and IEMs to more demanding full-size designs.

Key Features

• 1,890mW Balanced Output — Delivers up to 1,890mW RMS at 64Ω for demanding headphones.
• Fully Balanced Dual-Mono Circuitry — Provides a symmetrical signal path with balanced 4.4mm connectivity.
• Signature-Grade Components — Includes premium capacitors, custom OV Series op-amps, and a military-spec PCB.
• Four PowerMatch Settings — Selectable 0dB, 6dB, 12dB, and 18dB gain.
• XBass — Provides analogue low-frequency enhancement without digital EQ.
• XSpace — Expands the perceived headphone soundstage using analogue processing.
• Balanced & Single-Ended Headphone Outputs — Supports 4.4mm balanced and 6.3mm headphones.
• Three Analogue Inputs — Includes balanced 4.4mm, RCA, and 3.5mm connections.
• Balanced Line Output — 4.4mm analogue output supports connection to compatible downstream equipment and active speakers.
• iPower2 Included — Low-noise power supply with Active Noise Cancellation II.

Connectivity & Compatibility

Analogue Inputs

• 4.4mm Balanced
• Stereo RCA
• 3.5mm Single-Ended

Headphone Outputs

• 4.4mm Balanced
• 6.3mm Single-Ended

Analogue Output

• 4.4mm Balanced

PowerMatch Gain

• 0dB
• 6dB
• 12dB
• 18dB

Headphone Output Power

• Balanced: >1,890mW RMS @ 64Ω
• Balanced: >1,200mW RMS @ 32Ω
• Balanced: >385mW RMS @ 600Ω

Compatible Equipment

• IEMs
• Dynamic headphones
• Planar magnetic headphones
• High-impedance headphones
• DACs and analogue sources
• Compatible active speakers