iFi AUDIO Zen CAN Desktop Headphone Amplifier

From the discerning audiophile to the casual listener, the Zen CAN Desktop Headphone Amplifier by Adorama is engineered to transform your personal audio experience. This fully-balanced, high-power amplifier delivers a staggering 1,600mW of audio muscle, ensuring that your headphones reveal every nuance of your music with 52 times the power of typical laptops and smartphones.

The Zen CAN boasts a sophisticated Class A discrete balanced circuitry, a technology derived from iFi audio's top-tier Pro iCAN, priced at US$1,699. With an impressive 15.1v @300 Ohms output, it effortlessly drives even the most demanding headphones, providing a rich and dynamic audio performance that truly resonates with the beat.

At the heart of this powerhouse lies the Class A discrete output buffer from the flagship Pro iCAN, utilizing the premium OV2637A Op-Amp for ultra-low distortion and noise. The FET input ensures the volume control is not loaded, maintaining pristine sound quality, while the SE inputs with a 1M Ohm impedance guarantee consistent Class A operation. The amplifier's gain can be adjusted in four +6dB steps, allowing for precise headphone matching.

The Zen CAN's 3D special sound circuit is designed to address the common issue of 'in-head localization' experienced with headphone listening. This all-analogue circuitry creates a stereo image that extends beyond your head, offering a soundstage with height, width, and depth, without any coloration or loss of resolution.

For bass enthusiasts, the Zen CAN introduces the Ace of XBass - an active EQ circuit that tackles the inherent lack of bass in headphones, especially open-back designs. This sophisticated analogue solution corrects the low-end response with precision, ensuring a richer and deeper bass experience.

The Zen CAN is packed with premium components that underpin its balanced and active EQ circuitry, including Panasonic ECPU capacitors, TDK C0G ceramic capacitors, iFi/AMR 'OV' series op-amps, MELF resistors, Texas Instruments low-noise ICs, muRata capacitors, and a Tokyo Cosmos Electric Co. (TOCOS) multi-track potentiometer. These high-quality elements contribute to the amplifier's exceptional sound quality, with a noise floor that is virtually inaudible.

The fully-discrete and balanced audio circuit of the Zen CAN features a symmetric dual-mono design with a gold-plated 4.4mm balanced connection, ensuring a pure and interference-free signal path. The use of premium engineering not only enhances the listening experience but also maintains a whisper-quiet noise floor.

In summary, the Zen CAN Desktop Headphone Amplifier is a testament to iFi audio's commitment to sonic excellence. With its Class A Discrete circuitry, custom operational-amplifier, TDK capacitors, and XBass technology, it delivers an unparalleled audio experience that places you at the heart of the music. Whether you're a professional seeking the utmost in audio fidelity or a music lover looking to elevate your listening sessions, the Zen CAN is designed to satisfy all listeners with its superior sound quality and robust build.