iFi ZEN CAN Studio Analog Headphone Amplifier

Full Description

High-end audio fidelity with four-step gain adjustment

Whether you're monitoring a mix through your headphone or listening to your favourite music; the ZEN CAN Studio delivers superior sound reproduction compared to your device's audio interface/sound chip. Utilising Class-A amplification and discrete components, the ZEN CAN Studio delivers exceptional sound reproduction, capturing every nuance of your source audio with incredible sonic accuracy. Designed with professionals in mind, the front panel features a four-step gain adjustment control that allows you to toggle between 0, 5, 12 and 18dB settings – perfect for any headphone type.

Front-panel controls with input selector

Controlling your volume is made simple using the large analog volume control; providing channel matching even at low-listening levels for a truly immersive listening experience. You can also switch seamlessly between each of the three inputs on offer using the 'input selector' button on the front panel. With a high-powered output of up to 1600mW, the ZEN CAN Studio can handle high-impedance loads with ease.

Robust enclosure with a wide range of connectivity

Robust, compact and portable; the ZEN CAN Studio is perfect for musicians in the studio or on the move. The durable aluminium enclosure protects the internal analog components and all the discrete circuitry whilst on the move. With three balanced inputs to choose from ( XLR, 4.4mm and single-ended 3.5mm) and a range of outputs (Balanced 4.4 and line-level outputs with 6.3mm headphone output); you can enjoy high-end sound no matter your chosen headphone type.

What's Included

• ZEN CAN Studio
• Power adapter
• 4.4 to XLR cable
• 5/8 to 3/8 adapter
• 6.35 to 3.5 adapter
• Quick start card
• Instruction card

Features

• Three-channel headphone amplifier with balanced, symmetrical dual-mono circuit design
• Analog circuitry and discrete components deliver high-end sound reproduction
• Four-step gain adjustment – 0, 6, 12 and 18dB settings for all headphone types
• Mono/stereo source switching
• Class-A amplification delivers ultra-low distortion with high linearity and gain
• Precision analog volume control with high-end channel matching (even at low levels)
• Balanced XLR and 4.4mm and single-ended 3.5mm inputs
• Balanced 4.4mm headphone and line-level output with 65.3mm headphone output
• 3/8 microphone female socket for mounting
• Compact and robust design with aluminium enclosure

Specifications

• 4.4mm: 4.0Vrms (nom.) @ 0dBFS, 24kΩ balanced
• 3.5mm: 1.0Vrms (nom.) @ 0dBFS, 1MΩ UnBAL
• XLR / 6.3mm: 4.0Vrms (nom.) @ 0dBFS, 24kΩ balanced
• 6.3mm pinout: TRS: +, -, Gnd; compatible with TS: +, Gnd, Separate left and right connectors

• 4.4mm: 7.4V RMS
• 3.5mm: 1.92V RMS
• XLR: 7.4V RMS
• 6.3mm: 7.4Vrms balanced / 3.8Vrms UnBAL

• Balanced:
  • > 15.2V/385 mW (@ 600 ohms)
  • > 11.0V/1890 mW (@ 64 ohms)
• UnBAL:
  • > 7.6V/196 mW (@ 300 ohms)
  • > 4.0V/1000 mW (@ 16 ohms)

• Balanced: < 2 ohms
• UnBAL: < 1 ohms
• Line: < 200 ohms

• Balanced: < 0.006 percent (@ 360 mW/2.4V 16 ohms)
• UnBAL: < 0.005 percent (@ 100 mW/1.27V 16Ω ohms)

• Balanced: > 122dBA (@ 7.3V)
• UnBAL: > 120dBA (@ 1.9V)

• Gain: 0dB, 6dB, 12dB and 18dB
• Frequency Response: 10Hz - 200kHz (±0.03dB)
• Power supply requirement: DC 5V/2.4A (centre +ve)
• Power consumption: No Signal 5W / Max Signal 13W

• Dimensions: 158 x121 x 35 mm (6.2" x 4.8" x 1.4")
• Net weight: 530g (1.17 Ibs)
• Product code: 0311011