iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue 2 – CD-Quality Bluetooth Streaming for Any Hi-Fi
The iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue 2 turns any amplifier or pair of powered speakers into a true high-resolution wireless source. Its three-stage Hi-Fi architecture pairs a Qualcomm QCC3095 chipset with a dedicated ESS Sabre DAC and discrete output stage, supporting aptX Lossless for genuinely lossless wireless audio. Whether you are reviving a vintage stereo or extending a modern system, ZEN Air Blue 2 gives you Bluetooth that finally sounds the way it should — with the trusted curation of Soundium.
Key Features
- Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless: CD-quality wireless playback up to 1,200 kbps with full LDAC and aptX Adaptive backwards compatibility
- Three-stage Hi-Fi architecture: Dedicated chipsets for Bluetooth, DAC and amplification deliver detail beyond typical single-chip receivers
- ESS Sabre DAC with GMT femto clock: Ultra-low jitter and a 109 dB(A) signal-to-noise ratio for clean, dynamic sound
- Wide 5-12 V DC input: Powers cleanly from USB, mains adapter or vehicle, with auto power-on for car installations
- Dual antennas (short and long): Reliable, far-reaching reception in real-world living rooms and listening spaces
Customer Benefits
You get genuinely lossless wireless streaming in a pocket-sized box that simply works — pair your phone, tablet or laptop and play. The Hi-Fi grade DAC stage means your favourite amp or active speakers reveal every detail, while the rugged 5-12 V power input makes it equally at home on a desk, in a hi-fi rack, or wired into your car audio system.
Quick Specs
- Bluetooth Version: 5.4 (Qualcomm QCC3095)
- Supported Codecs: aptX Lossless, LDAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
- DAC: ESS Sabre Hyperstream
- SNR / DNR: 109 / 110 dB(A)
- THD+N: <0.005 % @ 0 dBFS
- Outputs: RCA L/R, 2.1 V RMS, output impedance ≤51 Ω
- Power: DC 5-12 V / ≥0.5 A, max consumption 0.45 W @ 12 V
- Dimensions: 15.8 × 10 × 3.5 cm
- Weight: 305 g
What's in the Box
- iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue 2
- USB to DC power cable (1.2 m)
- Short antenna
- Long antenna
- Quick-start guide and warranty card
Use Cases / Ideal For
- Adding lossless Bluetooth to a classic hi-fi amplifier or AV receiver
- Powered speaker desktop systems and second listening rooms
- In-car audio upgrades thanks to the wide DC input range
Compatibility
- Any amplifier, AV receiver or active speakers with RCA inputs
- Smartphones, tablets and laptops on iOS, Android, macOS and Windows
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- True CD-quality wireless via aptX Lossless
- Hi-Fi DAC stage that outclasses typical Bluetooth dongles
- Versatile 5-12 V DC input for home and automotive use
- Compact footprint with two antenna options for strong reception
⚠️ Cons:
- Analog only — no digital output for external DACs
- RCA cable and mains adapter are sold separately
- No display, only LED status indication
Bring lossless wireless to any system without compromise. The iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue 2 is the easiest way to upgrade an existing setup with audiophile-grade Bluetooth — available now at Soundium.
