iFi ZEN DAC Signature V2

The iFi ZEN DAC Signature V2 is a dedicated high-performance USB DAC designed for listeners who already have a separate headphone amplifier, integrated amplifier, or powered speakers. Its Burr-Brown True Native® DAC supports PCM up to 384kHz, native DSD256, DXD384, and full MQA decoding.

A fully symmetrical true-differential, dual-mono analogue stage uses short, direct signal paths and premium components derived from iFi's higher-end designs. Balanced 4.4mm and RCA outputs can operate in fixed or variable mode, allowing the ZEN DAC Signature V2 to function as either a dedicated DAC or a preamp.

True-Differential Balanced Design

The PureWave architecture uses a fully symmetrical, true-differential dual-mono signal stage designed to minimize noise and distortion while maintaining signal purity.

Hi-Res True Native® DAC

The Burr-Brown DAC supports bit-perfect PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, native DSD256, and DXD384, while a 16-core XMOS processor provides full MQA decoding and asynchronous USB audio processing.

Fixed or Variable Output

The rear outputs can be switched between fixed and variable operation. Fixed mode is ideal for connection to an amplifier with its own volume control, while variable mode allows the ZEN DAC Signature V2 to serve as a preamp for power amplifiers or powered speakers.

Key Features

• Burr-Brown True Native® DAC — Supports bit-perfect PCM, DSD, and DXD playback.
• PCM 384kHz & DSD256 — High-resolution digital audio support.
• 16-Core XMOS Processing — Handles asynchronous USB audio and full MQA decoding.
• True-Differential Dual-Mono Design — Fully symmetrical balanced analogue architecture.
• 4.4mm Balanced Output — Provides balanced connection to compatible amplifiers and active speakers.
• RCA Outputs — Supports conventional single-ended HiFi equipment.
• Fixed & Variable Modes — Operates as either a dedicated DAC or preamp.
• Signature-Grade Components — Includes ELNA Silmic II, Panasonic OS-CON, and other premium components.
• Low-Jitter Clocking — Upgraded clock circuitry helps reduce digital timing errors.
• iPower2 Included — Low-noise external power supply included.
  

Connectivity & Compatibility

Digital Input

• USB 3.0 Type-B — USB 2.0 compatible

Analogue Outputs

• 4.4mm Balanced — 4.2V fixed / up to 6.2V variable
• Stereo RCA — 2.1V fixed / up to 3.3V variable

Supported Formats

• PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz
• DSD64 / DSD128 / DSD256
• DXD up to 384kHz
• Full MQA decoding

Compatible Equipment

• Windows PCs
• Mac computers
• Headphone amplifiers
• Integrated amplifiers
• Preamps / power amplifiers
• Powered speakers