iFi Zen Can Signature MZ99 headphone amp

Description: Product highlightsdesktop high-performance headphone amp with balanced and unbalanced connections better headphone sound from your PC, DAC, digital music player, iPhone®, and/or Android® phone features customized tuning for the Meze Audio 99 Classics headphones power output up to 1,890mW compact design with sturdy metal chassis complements and stacks with other iFi Audio gear like the iFi ZEN DAC V2 digital-to-analog converter or iFIi ZEN DAC Signature four rubber feet with no-slip grip same Class A discrete balanced circuitry as iFi's flagship Pro iCAN headphone amp two front-panel headphone outputs: one unbalanced 1/4" headphone output (3.5mm mini to 1/4" adapter included) one balanced 4.4mm output iFi's dual-mono circuitry helps reduce crosstalk between the left and right audio channels Panasonic OSCON, ECPU, and TDK C0G (Class 1 ceramic) capacitors offer high-stability signal low noise floor for clear audio reproduction output impedance: 32-600 ohms (balanced); 32-300 ohms (unbalanced) output power (balanced): >1890mW @ 64 ohm >385mW @ 600 ohm output power (unbalanced): > 1600mW @ 32 ohm > 196mW @ 300 ohm four-position gain switch to match impedance (0dB, 6dB, 12dB, or 18dB) sound control processing: XMZ99® for Meze 99 Classics "ActiveEQ" tuning XSpace® for expanding the soundfield power button and input selection button high-precision volume control dial stereo unbalanced RCA inputs one unbalanced 1/4" stereo input one balanced 4.4mm input one balanced 4.4mm output for connecting a powered speaker or amp Note: do NOT connect balanced headphones to this output — the full signal could damage your headphones and/or hearing. 5-Volt DC power input iFi iPower2 5V adapter included uses active noise canceling circuitry to lower noise floor up to 40dB frequency response: 10-200,000 Hz 6-3/8"W x 1-1/2"H x 4-5/8"D weight: 19.3 ounces warranty: 1 year What's in the boxHeadphone amplifier iPower2 AC adapter with attached 79" DC output cord (DC output: 5V 2.5A) U.S. 2-prong AC plug adapter 20" Stereo RCA cable 3.5mm-to-6.3mm (1/4") Adapter User Manual Warranty card About this itemWritten by Crutchfield's Jeff Miller Complements the iFi ZEN DAC Signature and tuned to optimize the performance of the Meze 99 Classics headphones (both sold separately). Even better sound from our most comfortable headphones Here's a collaboration that's designed to enhance two of our favorite products. iFi Audio's ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 is an upgrade to their standard-edition ZEN CAN, which I named our " best desktop headphone amp for a small workspace." The design framework, functions, and connections are similar, but this special version is made of higher-grade parts for better resolution and overall performance. It also offers customized tuning for the Meze Audio 99 Classics — voted Crutchfield's most comfortable over-ear headphones. Of course, this compact yet heavy-duty amp can drive headphones of all shapes and sizes, with impedance from 16 ohms up to 600 ohms. In unbalanced mode, it can deliver up to 1,600mW of power — enough for the most power-hungry headphones. But there's an "ActiveEQ" setting that plays directly to the 99 Classics' sonic strengths. About the Meze 99 Classics Before the pandemic, our staff tested over 50 headphones for comfort, and the Meze 99 Classics headphones ranked #1 by a long shot. They scored big for their lightweight build, relaxed fit, and butter-soft leather earpads. And when you sink into these headphones, you'll enjoy a lively, musical sound with quick, muscular bass. I've seen countless headphone models come and go since company founder/lead designer Antonio Meze and crew introduced the 99 Classics in 2015. That staying power is a testament to their build quality and crowd-pleasing sound. The word of mouth is so strong among high-end headphone enthusiasts, that iFi took up the challenge of maximizing their performance. The "ActiveEQ" uses the ZEN CAN Signature's power and damping ability to accentuate certain frequencies and harness others. It mellows out some of the tonal characteristics of the real-walnut earcups, while optimizing the active, immediate mids and articulate highs. And this amp adds a refined might to Meze's deep low-end punch. Part of iFi's popular ZEN series Like the original, the ZEN CAN Signature is unapologetically ONLY a headphone amp. There is no DAC inside and there are no digital audio connections at all. It receives the analog audio signal from a separate DAC and has one job — powering your headphones. It's built to complement the ZEN DAC V2 or Signature edition in sound and design. They stack neatly together and connect via included RCA cables (or a balanced 4.4mm-to-4.4mm cable that's not included). The whole setup takes up very little space on a desk, but each piece looks and feels like a premium audio component. The button on the far right toggles between sound settings, including the "ActiveEQ" custom-tuned for the 99 Classics. Works with all types of headphones On the front panel, there is a 1/4" stereo headphone jack along with a balanced 4.4mm headphone output. The latter is the new industry standard balanced connection that helps cuts down on signal noise and distortion. A growing list of headphones from multiple brands use it. There's also gain button, so you can properly match up the power with your headphone impedance. And you have to love that old-school volume dial sitting right in the center of the front panel — it's the first thing you see! I always find it more satisfying to adjust the volume that way.

Price: 284.05 USD

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

End Time: 2024-11-28T21:20:15.000Z

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