Ifi Zen Phono 3

iFi Zen Phono 3 – Innovative RIAA Amplifier with Superior Technology

iFi Zen Phono 3 is an advanced phono preamplifier designed to bring out the best in your vinyl records. By combining groundbreaking technology with an elegant, modern design, Zen Phono 3 delivers an exceptional sound experience that revives the nostalgic feeling of listening to LPs. Whether you are an experienced vinyl enthusiast or a beginner, Zen Phono 3 will elevate your listening experience to new heights and let you rediscover the joy of analog sound in a digital age.

Highlights

• Intelligent subsonic filter: Effectively eliminates unwanted rumble from warped or wavy LPs without affecting the deep bass frequencies, ensuring a clean and uninterrupted listening experience.
• Precise RIAA equalization: With an accuracy of +/- 0.15dB between 20Hz and 20kHz, Zen Phono 3 guarantees a faithful and precise reproduction of your music as it was originally intended.
• Ultra-low noise level: An extremely low input noise level of -151dBV ensures an almost silent background, allowing even the finest details in the music to shine through.
• Flexible connectivity: Equipped with both balanced 4.4mm outputs and traditional RCA line outputs for easy integration with various audio systems and amplifiers.
• Adjustable settings: Customize gain (36dB, 48dB, 60dB, 72dB) and load independently to achieve perfect compatibility with a wide range of MM and MC cartridges.
• Clean power supply: The isolated 1.2MHz high-tech power supply reduces electrical noise, resulting in clearer and more detailed sound reproduction

Futuristic Features with a Nostalgic Feel

In a world where modern technology is constantly evolving, iFi Zen Phono 3 gives you the opportunity to rediscover your authentic connection to music through vinyl. It combines the best of both worlds by bringing together advanced technology and the timeless joy of listening to your favorite LPs. With Zen Phono 3, you can enjoy the distinctive warmth and depth that only vinyl can deliver, enhanced by today’s highest technological standards.

Super Smart Subsonic Filter

Traditional subsonic filters can often compromise sound quality by filtering out both unwanted rumble and the music’s low frequencies. Zen Phono 3's intelligent subsonic filter distinguishes between low-frequency rumble from warped or worn records and the deep bass frequencies in the music. This means that only the unwanted rumble is eliminated, while the music’s bass remains powerful and undisturbed, resulting in cleaner and more accurate sound reproduction.

Your Cartridge, Your Rules

With Zen Phono 3's flexible settings, you can tailor the preamplifier precisely to your specific cartridge. It supports both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges and offers four gain settings from 36dB to 72dB as well as independent load adjustments. This versatility allows you to experiment and find the perfect combination to suit your taste and your equipment, so you always get the optimal listening experience.

Precise RIAA Equalization

To ensure accurate and authentic playback of your records, Zen Phono 3 uses a precise RIAA equalization curve. By using high-quality TDK C0G capacitors in the circuit, minimal distortion and high stability are achieved. This means that the music is reproduced exactly as it was recorded, with all details and nuances intact, bringing you closer to the artist’s original vision.

Extremely Quiet Performance

Zen Phono 3 is designed with an advanced power supply that is isolated from the rest of the circuit to minimize noise interference. With an equivalent input noise of an impressive -151dBV, the preamplifier is exceptionally quiet. This ultra-low noise level ensures that you can enjoy crystal-clear and detailed sound without distracting background noise, something normally found only in much more expensive high-end equipment.

Advanced Components for Optimal Sound

To achieve the highest sound quality, Zen Phono 3 is built with carefully selected advanced components. It uses a specially developed OV Series operational amplifier, which contributes to extremely low noise and distortion as well as wide bandwidth. TDK C0G capacitors offer high stability and reduce capacitor-induced distortion to a minimum. In addition, low-noise ICs from Texas Instruments are used, ensuring high performance with low distortion and high output capacity. The balanced circuit design further reduces noise and crosstalk, resulting in even cleaner and more accurate sound reproduction.