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product_id: 625448477
title: "ZEN DAC V3 -Desktop DAC Preamp, Digital to Analog Audio Converter"
brand: "ifi"
price: "S$451"
currency: SGD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "I Fi"
url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/625448477-zen-dac-v3-desktop-dac-preamp-digital-to-analog-audio
store_origin: SG
region: Singapore
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# 16-Core XMOS low-latency MCU 390mW headphone power Supports PCM 768kHz & DSD512 ZEN DAC V3 -Desktop DAC Preamp, Digital to Analog Audio Converter

**Brand:** ifi
**Price:** S$451
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your desktop audio game with the ZEN DAC V3 — where precision meets power.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ZEN DAC V3 -Desktop DAC Preamp, Digital to Analog Audio Converter by ifi
- **How much does it cost?** S$451 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/625448477-zen-dac-v3-desktop-dac-preamp-digital-to-analog-audio)

## Best For

- ifi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ifi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Engineering:** Enhanced GMT clock and improved circuitry reduce jitter and DC offset for unmatched signal purity and accuracy.
- • **Seamless Connectivity:** USB-C plug-and-play interface ensures effortless integration with your desktop, laptop, or mobile devices.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Clarity:** Experience ultra-high-res audio with PCM 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA decoding for pristine sound.
- • **Customizable Sound Profile:** XBass+ restores rich bass lost in open-back headphones, while PowerMatch optimizes gain for perfect headphone synergy.
- • **Powerful & Versatile Outputs:** Dual headphone outputs (6.3mm single-ended & 4.4mm balanced) delivering up to 390mW to drive any headphones.

## Overview

The ZEN DAC V3 is a high-performance desktop digital-to-analog converter and preamp that supports all major high-resolution audio formats including PCM 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA. Featuring USB-C connectivity, balanced and single-ended headphone outputs with up to 390mW power, and advanced sound customization tools like XBass+ and PowerMatch, it delivers exceptional audio fidelity. Its improved low-jitter GMT clock and 16-core XMOS microcontroller ensure ultra-low latency and signal accuracy, making it a must-have for audiophiles and professionals seeking pristine sound quality.

## Description

Enjoy pristine, high-resolution audio with this versatile DAC supporting PCM 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA, featuring balanced and single-ended outputs, XBass+, and PowerMatch.

Review: A good digital to analogue sound converter; works well with the Zen Can 3 - Definitely improves sound from a computer, which is normally digital, when listening on an analogue hifi system or with headphones connected to the Zen Can v.3. The Zen Can will itself convert digital sound to analogue, but not as well as the separate Zen Dac.
Review: Superb build and minimalist quality - Very nice sound, excellent build quality, minimal controls and portability is just what I need

## Features

- General Disclaimer: The image colour may differ from the actual product due to lighting. Please refer to the product for accuracy.
- Supports all high-res music formats up to PCM 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA
- Equipped with a USB-C input for plug-and-play connectivity
- Offers both 6.3mm Single - Ended and 4.4mm Balanced headphone outputs, delivering up to 390mW of power for various headphones and earphones
- Features RCA and 4.4mm balanced outputs with variable and fixed volume settings, allowing for seamless connection to your active speakers, preamplifiers, or power amplifiers
- Includes XBass+ to restore lost bass frequencies from open headphones
- Comes with PowerMatch, a switchable gain to ensure optimal power for the headphones you are using
- Improved low-jitter GMT (Global Master Timing) clock provides >20dB better performance
- Improved circuitry, including enhanced DC offset, ensures heightened signal purity and accuracy
- Incorporates a 16-Core XMOS low-latency microcontroller for DSD512 and MQA full decoding

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D1QWKTQ5 |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | 33,563 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 31 in Home Audio Preamplifiers |
| Brand | iFi |
| Compatible Devices | desktop computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, active speakers, preamplifiers, power amplifiers |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 313 Reviews |
| Interface | USB |
| Item Highlight | Supports all high-res music formats up to PCM 768kHz/DSD512 & MQA |
| Manufacturer | ifi |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 311018 |
| Maximum Supply Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Maximum supply voltage | 5 Volts |
| Minimum Supply Voltage | 5 Volts |
| Minimum supply voltage | 5 Volts |
| Model Number | 311018 |
| Mounting Type | Cable Mount |
| Mounting type | Cable Mount |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Number of Pins | 8 |
| Number of pins | 8 |
| Upper Temperature Rating | 60 Degrees Celsius |
| Upper temperature rating | 60 Degrees Celsius |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** iFi
- **Maximum supply voltage:** 5 Volts
- **Minimum supply voltage:** 5 Volts
- **Mounting type:** Cable Mount
- **Number of pins:** 8

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good digital to analogue sound converter; works well with the Zen Can 3
*by R***S on 16 August 2026*

Definitely improves sound from a computer, which is normally digital, when listening on an analogue hifi system or with headphones connected to the Zen Can v.3. The Zen Can will itself convert digital sound to analogue, but not as well as the separate Zen Dac.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb build and minimalist quality
*by M***T on 4 May 2026*

Very nice sound, excellent build quality, minimal controls and portability is just what I need

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What's not to like?
*by G***B on 5 December 2025*

Major upgrade to on board motherboard sound. Powered by the PC's USB C, so no need for an external power supply when connected to the PC. I only use my desktop Creative powered speakers, but when fed through quality speakers like the Ruark desktop speakers, the difference is noticeable. Also very effective upgrade to sound as a quality DAC when powered by the power supply and fed from my mobile to my Denon mini system (much improved on bluetooth). A solid buy and great value!

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*Last updated: 2026-09-25*