Zen Blue V2 vs Audioengine B1
The B1's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the Zen Blue V2's 96 kHz, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 106 dB, and its thd 0.020% against 0.030%. Both share output voltage (2.0V RMS).
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About the Zen Blue V2
The iFi Zen Blue V2 is a high-resolution Bluetooth streamer designed to deliver flawless wireless music playback from smartphones, tablets, PCs, and Macs to any audio system. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 and all the latest 24-bit/96kHz capable codecs including aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency, AAC, SBC, LDAC, and HWA/LHDC. The device features a built-in ESS Sabre Hyperstream DAC chip for superior digital-to-analog conversion, an improved GMT clock for low jitter, and a Qualcomm 5100-series processing chip for advanced wireless streaming. It can store up to eight paired device profiles and uses the front iFi logo as an LED Bluetooth codec indicator. The chassis is durable all-metal with high-grade connectors and an improved Bluetooth antenna for extended range. Outputs include balanced 4.4mm, unbalanced RCA, optical Toslink, and coaxial S/PDIF. The Zen Blue V2 is compatible with both HiFi and professional systems, offering 2V single-ended and 4V balanced outputs. It comes with a 21-inch stereo RCA cable and a 5V DC power supply. Dimensions are approximately 6-1/4"W x 1-3/8"H x 5-11/16"D, weighing about 1.07 lbs. It includes a 1-year warranty.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 96 kHz
- DAC Chip
- ESS Sabre Hyperstream
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.030%
- SNR
- 106 dB
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- AAC, SBC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Low Latency, LDAC, HWA/LHDC
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Outputs
- Balanced 4.4mm, Unbalanced RCA, Optical Toslink, Coaxial S/PDIF
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 158 × 35 × 145 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.476 kg (1 lbs)
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