iFi Audio Zen Air Blue Desktop Wireless Bluetooth HD DAC Hi-Res Audio Streamer
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The iFi Audio ZEN Air Blue is a desktop hi-res Bluetooth audio receiver from iFi's ZEN Air range. It streams audio wirelessly from smartphones, tablets and computers to an amplifier or active speakers via RCA output, with support for AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LHDC and SBC codecs.
Key specifications
- Type: hi-res Bluetooth audio receiver
- Codecs: AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LHDC and SBC
- Output: RCA to amplifier or active speakers
- Sources: smartphones, tablets and computers
ZEN Air Blue
The ZEN Air Blue revitalises an existing hi-fi system by adding HD Bluetooth streaming from your phone, tablet or laptop. It's an entry-level route into hi-res wireless audio.
Hear the difference
iFi has upgraded the Bluetooth system inside the ZEN Air Blue to reduce the audio quality loss typically associated with standard Bluetooth, getting the best possible sound from your smartphone, computer or tablet wirelessly.
Effortless. Easy.
The ZEN Air Blue suits anyone starting out in audio who wants to experience music streaming apps such as Apple Music, Tidal and Qobuz at their best. Connect your device via Bluetooth, then connect the ZEN Air Blue to your amplifier or active speakers via the rear RCA outputs. If you want a wired desktop DAC instead, iFi's ZEN DAC 3 is a natural alternative from the same range.
Compatibility covered
The ZEN Air Blue supports the following Bluetooth stereo audio codecs:
- AAC: better than SBC, widely used, found in Apple devices
- aptX: better than SBC, widely used, found in Android devices
- aptX HD, aptX LL and aptX Adaptive: variations on an improved aptX
- LDAC: extremely high quality, designed by Sony
- LHDC: extremely high quality, designed by Huawei
- SBC: standard Bluetooth used by most audio devices
What the ZEN Air Blue does
The ZEN Air Blue converts Bluetooth audio streams from smartphones, computers or tablets into an audio signal suitable for amplifiers and active speakers (speakers powered by their own DC supply).
HD quality streaming
It's also a straightforward way to add Bluetooth streaming to an existing system, or to upgrade from standard Bluetooth to HD quality. Key wireless performance features:
- Excellent wireless range
- Superb stability
- Smooth performance
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Specification
| Type | Bluetooth audio receiver |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | chipset Qualcomm QCC5100 series |
| Bluetooth | codecs aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, LDAC, HWA/LHDC, AAC, SBC |
| Audio | output RCA L/R |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20kHz (+0/-0.5dB, 44.1kHz); 1Hz - 44kHz (+0/-3dB, 88.2kHz and above) |
| Power input | DC 5V / 0.5A (USB to DC cable supplied, AC adaptor not included) |
| Dimensions | 158 x 100 x 35mm |
| Weight | 295g |
What's Included
- Zen Air Blue
- USB to DC Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
iFi
About the iFi Zen Air Blue
From our tech experts at CEN
A iFi DAC and streamer, giving a cleaner signal path than a computer or phone output.
Who it suits
Listeners with a capable system who want the source to stop being the weak link. A streamer also takes the computer out of the chain entirely, which solves as many problems as it removes. iFi is a British company specialising in DACs and headphone amplification.
Our tech experts advise
Match it to what you are driving, and remember that a good DAC reveals what is upstream rather than fixing it. get in touch and we will suggest a pairing rather than guessing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the iFi ZEN Air Blue support LDAC and aptX HD?
A: Yes. It supports AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, LHDC and SBC, so it works with Apple and Android phones, tablets and computers.
Q: How do I connect the ZEN Air Blue to my hi-fi?
A: Pair your phone, tablet or laptop with the ZEN Air Blue over Bluetooth, then connect the ZEN Air Blue to your amplifier or active speakers using the RCA connections on the back.
Q: What's in the box with the iFi ZEN Air Blue?
A: The ZEN Air Blue, a USB to DC cable, a quick start guide and a warranty card.
