iFi Audio Zen Can 3 – Powerful Class A Headphone Amplifier
Give your headphones the drive and finesse they deserve. Zen Can 3 delivers Class A analogue amplification, huge output power, and useful tone-shaping tools like XBass+ and XSpace, plus dedicated modes for movies and games—all in a compact, desk-friendly chassis.
Key Features
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Class A discrete design: Pure analogue signal path for natural, engaging sound.
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Serious driving power: Up to 2 000 mW from the balanced output for demanding headphones.
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Analogue enhancements: XBass+ adds low-end weight; XSpace widens the image—no DSP or latency.
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Listening modes: Music, Movie, and Game profiles optimise EQ and presentation for different content.
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xMEMS support: High-voltage balanced output stage ready for next-gen micro-speaker IEMs.
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Precision gain: Four-step gain (0/+6/+12/+18 dB) matches sensitive IEMs and high-impedance over-ears.
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Balanced & single-ended I/O: 4.4 mm balanced and 6.35 mm headphone outs; RCA, 3.5 mm, and 4.4 mm balanced inputs.
Customer Benefits
From planars to classic dynamics, Zen Can 3 unlocks control, headroom, and clarity. Dial in bass weight for late-night sessions, open up the stage for films, or keep it purist for music—the sound stays clean, punchy, and fatigue-free.
Quick Specs
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Headphone outputs: 4.4 mm balanced, 6.35 mm single-ended
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Max output (RMS): up to 2 000 mW balanced @ 64 Ω; up to 1 600 mW single-ended @ 32 Ω
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Gain: 0 dB / +6 dB / +12 dB / +18 dB
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Inputs: RCA, 3.5 mm, 4.4 mm balanced
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Frequency response: 10 Hz–200 kHz (–3 dB)
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Dimensions: 15.8 × 11.7 × 3.5 cm
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Weight: ≈ 0.495 kg
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Power: 5 V DC (external adapter)
What’s in the Box
- iFi Audio Zen Can 3 amplifier
- 5 V power adapter
- Quick-start guide & warranty
Use Cases / Ideal For
Music lovers, gamers, and film fans who want more power, slam, and spaciousness from their headphones—without resorting to a large desktop stack.
Compatibility
Works with DACs, streamers, consoles, and laptops via RCA, 3.5 mm, or 4.4 mm balanced input. Pairs perfectly with Zen DAC 3 in a matching stack.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- High power with smooth Class A character
- Useful analogue sound-shaping modes
- Balanced and single-ended connectivity in a compact form
⚠️ Cons:
- Powerful gain may need fine control with ultra-sensitive IEMs
- No digital inputs—analogue amp only
Zen Can 3 is a confident, musical headphone amp that adds authority, space, and flexibility to any desktop setup—clean sound, big power, small footprint.
