i'm a new user of IFI zen Can, it really makes my old Takstar Ts671 has a new soul, thanks IfI....
@browsing8866
3 жыл бұрын
Can't I use the ZEN CAN-only for PC desktop? Or do I really have to get ZEN DAC too?
@ioancaus9296
3 жыл бұрын
If you have your speakers connected at the same time with your headphones, can you select which channel to play the audio and which to be muted? Many thanks.
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Loan, unfortunately if you were to connect both your headphones and speakers, it would play the audio through both. You would need to disconnect one of them for it to be muted. Thanks :)
@agnelroshandsilva3929
3 жыл бұрын
Can the Zen Zcan and Zen Dac Stack be used to connect to a stereo amplifier driving passive speakers or directly to active speakers? What would be the recommended way to do the connection?
@Flindtlock
3 жыл бұрын
The RCA outs on the Zen Dac has a switch in the back for Fixed or Variable outs so it works great with both powered monitors or a speaker amp. Not to sure if both the balanced out (rear) and RCAs will transmit simultaneously if you wanted to use the CAN and a speaker setup
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hey there :) we would recommend using just a Zen DAC to connect to active speakers. Unfortunately passive need a power amp. If your speakers have an XLR input, the we would suggest 4.4-XLR connection :) RCA would work fine too :)
@Valinior
2 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel When I want to connect the headphones to the Can, but I also want to use Dac - do I need to set to "fixed" on the dac back?
@StarWarsJay
2 жыл бұрын
Hi guys. I just bought your iFi ZEN CAN. Any advice on how to connect it to a Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 usb interface? Cheers.
@juicy_oranges5529
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, I bought a Zen CAN today I have still 2 questions though: 1. Is it useless to connect headphones to the amp with a balanced cable, when the connection from the DAC (in my case a focusrite scarlett solo) to the zen can is unbalanced? So do both connections have to be balanced, or is the headphone one enough? 2. My dac, (just like the zen dac) has an extra volume control in addition to the one on the zen CAN. So on what positions are both dials supposed to be? The volume of the DAC at 100% and the amp as high as I need it? Or the volume of the dac at ~1 o' clock like you had it in the video? Or maybe at 75%? Thank you in advance!
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
1. Yes and no. Since headphones are using short cables the whole noise reduction part of balanced output is less important, however the power output is higher on balanced which can be useful with very hard to drive headphones. That said, the can is more than powerful enough to handle most things on a single ended output, so I wouldn't worry about it. 2. I don't think it really matters. In the video the zen dac is set to fixed mode, which basically disables the volume knob and let's the amp do all of the adjustment. If your DAC doesn't have a fixed mode, if personally just set it at 12 O clock and use the amp for any adjustments
@deminybs
3 жыл бұрын
man I love this comment section!!! lol learning a lot! thanks everyone 🥰
@hezekiahtripp2711
3 жыл бұрын
I know Im randomly asking but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an Instagram account? I was dumb lost the login password. I love any assistance you can give me
@hezekiahtripp2711
3 жыл бұрын
@Bentley Isaiah Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm in the hacking process now. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@hezekiahtripp2711
3 жыл бұрын
@Bentley Isaiah it worked and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy:D Thank you so much, you really help me out :D
@CephDigital
2 жыл бұрын
If I connect the Zen dac v2 and Can using the 4.4mm balanced cable, can I still use the 6mm output on the front for regular headphones?
@gabrielmoreno5775
2 жыл бұрын
Hello ifi I need a little help I have a zen dac and can stack set up with the 4.4 balanced in the back I just got an xduoo 604 tube amp which only has xlr input can I run the 4.4 output on the zen can to the xlr on the duoo while still leaving the 4.4 to 4.4 on the stack together appreciate your company thanks for everything
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
You should only have one amp plugged into the Zen DAC at a time! Thanks.
@sussychachi
4 ай бұрын
What do you recommend my volume knobs be for my ifi zen dac 2, and my ifi zen can? I just ordered my ifi can! Which gain mode do you recommend? Am using the balanced cable input for my headphones, and using the output balanced option as well. Any help appreciated
@noah2765
3 жыл бұрын
Can I buy the ZEN CAN as an amp upgrade for my ZEN DAC?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Noah, Yes you can! Our ZEN CAN and Zen DAC make a great pairing for your music!
@prla5400
3 жыл бұрын
I love my first DAC, this one! Any suggestion on the power cable?
@Anomalyn1
3 жыл бұрын
yea the ifi one
@rossanderson4156
3 жыл бұрын
Any 5v close to 2.5a is what the streets told me
@terrykim7815
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, could you tell us the max output of 4.4mm Bal at 32 ohm? I could only see 64 ohm in the spec shared in the homepage which is 1890mW
@STF_YVR
3 жыл бұрын
Is a Zen Can V2 in the works ?
@mammedthn
3 жыл бұрын
going to buy the zen can amp and pair it with my sennheiser hd 660s for gaming and movies. is there anyone who knows what sample rate to choose in windows? 24 bit 48000khz? or 32 bit 48000? what sample rate does the ifi zen can support? cant find info about that anywhere. any help is apreciated :-) thanks in advance!
@almog3875
3 жыл бұрын
I own the iFi ZEN DAC. I am now connecting it to a Mac, through a USB adapter. I just need to know what is the best way to disconnect it from the Mac so I won't damage it or my gear somehow... I really need help with this. I use the Sony MDR-CD900ST, don't think you need this info but just in case. Thank you !
@MrJacinto0512
3 жыл бұрын
Will the Zen DAC-CAN stack still work if the DAC is only usb-powered via laptop/desktop? Meaning only the CAN has the external 5V power supply?
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's the setup I'm running right now. I could be wrong but I don't think there's any benefit to running the zen DAC with a power supply unless you're actually using it to power headphones directly.
@cricket4life249
3 жыл бұрын
@@LyK0sa Hi dude. So are you only using the Ifi Power supply with the Zen Can?
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
@@cricket4life249 yes mate, I run the DAC in fixed mode and only using the USB for power. If I didn't have the can I would use the 5v on the DAC, but since the can is dealing with all of the power output I don't see much point in giving the DAC dedicated power.
@cricket4life249
3 жыл бұрын
@@LyK0sa Thanks and you are using the original Ifi power supply?
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
@@cricket4life249 errm, yes and no. I'm using the one supplied with the zen can, which is just a generic 5v power supply (2.5A I think), not the overpriced ifi branded one.
@Dcseven51
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am planning to buy either the Zen DAC V2 or the Zen Can for my Hifiman HE400i 2020. Using the Balanced (4.4 mm) output. But if I get the Zen Can, I would be using it in combination with MacBook using the 3.5mm Input and Balanced Output. Which in your opinion would serve better in terms of upgrading from my current setup that is Tempotec Sonata HD Pro + Fiio A3 Amp? Your response would be really helpful and appreciated. Thanks.
@Caligari...
2 жыл бұрын
Can i hook the Zen can a headphone amp up to my NAD C326BEE integrated amp and NAD C538 CD player ? If so how do do this ? They only have RCA jacks . I have SUNDARA Headphones
@ankitpatra2678
3 жыл бұрын
Do I need to buy the Zen CAN and Zen DAC to be able to play music on my Hifiman sundara from my macbook pro? Thanks... I'm new to all this so don't know much about it.
@TrancEII2010
3 жыл бұрын
You only need the DAC but the CAN enhances the performance of the DAC
@ankitpatra2678
3 жыл бұрын
@@TrancEII2010 understood
@cricket4life249
3 жыл бұрын
@@ankitpatra2678 Did you end up buying both?
@leonarddukessr775
Жыл бұрын
Slick Music, drop a name, thanks.
@SuperMogwai78
3 жыл бұрын
Can I connect the Ifi Zen Can to a passive speakers through the 4.4mm rear output??? Thanks
@rags015
11 ай бұрын
How do I connect the Zen can directly to my USB-C M1 iPad Pro?
@iFiaudiochannel
11 ай бұрын
Hi! To connect the iPad you have described to a ZEN CAN, with no external DAC inbetween, you would need two things: - First, you'll need a USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. We would recommend using the official Apple adapter, available on their website. - You'll then need a 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable, which you can connect to the 3.5mm single-ended input. Make sure you've got the single-ended input (input 2) selected on the ZEN CAN and you should be good to go! Hope this helps 🙂
@juan300590
2 жыл бұрын
If i connect my hip dac v2 with a 4.4mm cable will it work?
@johnsweda2999
3 жыл бұрын
5 volt so no issue connecting a 5 volt battery bank to it
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello John, yes you can connect a power bank to the Zen DAC, just make sure it is 5 volts. You would also need to use a USB to DC cable to connect to the Zen DAC :)
@johnsweda2999
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel what do you mean USB to DC barrel Jack, if use a battery bank for mobile device, you don't recommend 6 volts or 7.2v batteries than that should be alright, you saying that's pushing it too much 6v? I've got some RC batteries 6 and 7.2 volts easier to get hold of.
@zero15388
3 жыл бұрын
hi, how do you connect this to your laptop and then to an external amp?
@christopherna1961
8 ай бұрын
Can i connect 4.4mm balanced of zen can to xlr balanced input of my amp?😊
@iFiaudiochannel
8 ай бұрын
Hi Christopher! You can use the 4.4mm line output of the ZEN CAN to connect to XLR balanced inputs, yes. You will need a 4.4mm to XLR cable for this! 😊
@fluffyjar3126
3 жыл бұрын
what would u guys recommend between RCA or 4.4mm?
@m2_vvg
3 жыл бұрын
Does the zen dac worm with usb1.0 device?
@CoolmalisOne
3 жыл бұрын
quale connettore ha più qualità musicale? 4.4mm or the bigger one?
@Croth4r
2 жыл бұрын
I've got zen dac + can and i'm using it with DT770 headpones and it's awesome, but i'm not sure how can i connect my active speakers (microlab solo7c) to dac. Can i use front 6,3mm on zen can or should i connect it directly to zen dac? Sorry i'm bad at this
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Croth4r, I'm glad you're enjoying your stack! Yes you can connect your active speakers to your ZEN CAN with 6.3. You can also connect them via the RCA or with a 3.5mm-RCA cable. There are a few ways to connect so have a try and see what you prefer :)
@zthreetwo9874
2 жыл бұрын
Is there a way to use zen can without a dac
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, you can use the zen can alone, it would obviously just be an amp that you're using as there is no built in DAC :)
@ssss835
3 жыл бұрын
Does Zen Dac has much power for dt990 250ohm?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello, we have a headphone calculator that will allow you to see how our products will power different headphones. This will give you a clear understanding :) ifi-audio.com/home/headphone-calculator/
@deminybs
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel awesome!!!! love the calculator!!! I'm a newb to dac/amp stacks, but learning more and more!!! seems like either the zen dac or zen can shows pretty overkill for my oppo PM3's I've had for about 6 years or so.....but possibly might get the Beyerdynamic DT pro 1900's and shows it would be a good combo. also I notice it only lets you select either dac or can not both at the same time for the calculator....is that okay??
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
@@deminybs Yes, it is ok!
@DJESHGAMING
3 жыл бұрын
How does the output work? There is no button to select output mode? Is it passive and does it overrule the headphones? Does the output only works when the zen can is turned off? How does it work? I need to know if u can use the zen dac between my sources and my main amp.
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Open a support ticket with us and our team will answer all of your questions for you here! support.ifi-audio.com/open.php
@DJESHGAMING
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel ok i just did
@harrispappas6292
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I purchased a zen phono and I want to pair it with a zen can. I want to use it as a headphone amp but I also want to connect it with a Sonos connect. I was wondering... does the front volume knob controls the volume on all three outputs(back and front) or the back balanced output have a fixed volume? Thanks
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
The volume knob should control all of the volumes, the back is not fixed!
@harrispappas6292
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel Unfortunately the volume knob dont seem to work with the balanced output. The volume is not been affected by the knob when only thr back output is connected. Just got a 4.4mm cable and tested it. any ideas?
@harrispappas6292
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel I tried another cable and everything is working fine!!! Thanks
@FrancisL-5CES
3 жыл бұрын
How can I connect this DAC to another headphone amplifier? In order to use the iFi Zen DAC only as DAC and not as headphone amp. Is that possible?
@disadadi8958
3 жыл бұрын
by the rca in the back, for example.
@yselacreyo
3 жыл бұрын
it's really necessary to have the zen dac functioning with the 5v power brick? as it can works via USB power. So, I could have the zen can with the 5v power brick, while having the zen dac powered by USB?
@Salviicek
3 жыл бұрын
It's not necessary I can't see any reason why you zen dac couldn't be able to run at usb power while connected to an amp
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, that's fine. I'd only bother running the zen dac with a power supply if I was using it as a DAC/amp combo, if its paired with a standalone amp then there's not much point
@vasilistzannetis8286
3 жыл бұрын
The pentacon to pentacon cable is an IFi product?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello, yes we have this cable available for purchase :)
@vasilistzannetis8286
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel many thanks!!!!
@BastianHeine
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel Yay!
@BastianHeine
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel When It arrives to Amazon?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
@@BastianHeine hey there! It is available on Amazon now :)
@a2raya772
8 ай бұрын
do i always need to connect the power to the zen dac? i only have it connected to the can , only usb is connected to the dac for power
@iFiaudiochannel
8 ай бұрын
Hey! 😊 The ZEN DAC can run solely off of a USB connection, as USB provides enough voltage and current for it to operate. Using an external power supply with the ZEN DAC is optional but may improve sound quality. The ZEN CAN has a much bigger headphone amplification stage and is fully analogue (no USB). Therefore it requires more current draw, and needs an external power supply!
@a2raya772
8 ай бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel ah i see., because the Dac did not come with a power supply. only the CAN did. looking at the Ipower X low noise power supply. would that mean i can just remove the USB? when using PSU instead
@iFiaudiochannel
8 ай бұрын
@@a2raya772 This is correct, the ZEN DAC does not come with a power supply. You would not be able to remove the USB connection entirely as you would need it to connect to your PC/Laptop/Phone etc!
@a2raya772
8 ай бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel oh with the usb yes my bad i forgot that connected to the PC lol. i called up local store on the PSU for better quality and they said not really true. but could solve other problems like Noise Cancellation to cancel all incoming EMI or RFI noise
@iFiaudiochannel
8 ай бұрын
@@a2raya772 Absolutely! The less noise you have in your system, the "darker" the background will be when you're listening. This generally equates to you noticing more detail, macro and micro-dynamics, stereo imaging changes and more. 😁
@imjerz3852
3 жыл бұрын
Can i connect the ifi zen can with an audio interface! What cables i need?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Does that audio interface have RCA inputs?
@brynroberts9880
3 жыл бұрын
Can you connect a phone/tablet via the usb c rather than the heaphone jack?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
You would need the correct cable - specifically USB C to USB B if you wanted to use your phone. Hope that helps!
@brynroberts9880
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel which is likely to create the best sound, usb or Headphone Jack?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
@@brynroberts9880 It depends on your set-up and varies from system to system!
@kjg_95
3 жыл бұрын
my iphone powers it up but music still plays through the phone speaker and not my headphone. Can anyone help!?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Kolpo, Can you open a support ticket with us here? support.ifi-audio.com/ Our tech team will work with you to diagnose your issue!
@benq431able
3 жыл бұрын
Can I connect an iphone 11 pro or Macbook via Dragonfly cobalt as a DAC to the ZEN CAN using an aux connection?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
No, we don't believe you can connect the Zen CAN using an Aux. Let us double-check and get back to you!
@benq431able
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel Ok, I'll wait for your reply
@DiddlePuss
2 жыл бұрын
@@benq431able ben it doesn't look like they're going to reply 😥
@kenthedeystroyer
3 жыл бұрын
Can I have both rca and 4.4mm balanced connected at the same time. Ideally I'd want to have two headphones plugged into the CANS and just switch between them using the input select.
@LyK0sa
3 жыл бұрын
Those are inputs, not outputs. You can switch between 3 sources feeding into the amp, but the amp only has a single output (either the 6.3mm single ended or 4.4mm balanced socket)
@deminybs
3 жыл бұрын
@@LyK0sa correct but couldn't he just use 2 different pairs of headphones ? Occupying both headphone jacks in the front?? I mean I don't think you could switch between them that way but if wanting to have someone else listen at the same time?
@keith12311
2 жыл бұрын
@@deminybs good question
@scottmcgregor4437
3 жыл бұрын
Can you plug a samsung s10 straight into this to play your music?.
@woyttas
3 жыл бұрын
They literally did that in this video through AUX connection.
@scottmcgregor4437
3 жыл бұрын
@@woyttas sorry i should have said through usb.
@MemewVlogs
3 жыл бұрын
can i use my logitech Z313 speaker with Ifi Zen Can?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Hello, unfortunately our ZEN CAN won't connect with your Logitech Z313 speaker, however our Zen DAC will be able to connect to it.
@CRAZYCRADER
2 жыл бұрын
How do you hook it up to a android phone?
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, you can connect your phone via a 3.5mm input :)
@Jonas-hh9fu
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, could you also stack an ifi hip dac with a zen can?
@juan300590
2 жыл бұрын
I have the same question
@shakilmohammad9731
2 жыл бұрын
Hip dac cannot be used as a standalone dac
@TrancEII2010
3 жыл бұрын
Anyone have any idea which means of connection would be preferred for gaming? I have both the CAN and DAC and I'm using Sennheiser HD 599 SE's
@Khunimurderer
9 ай бұрын
Does not matter. You can go with any connection as the only benefit you get with balanced is the zero noise and crossover which is also similar to other connection.
@keith12311
2 жыл бұрын
Please help,,, I have the ifi zen v2 Bluetooth device, no volume on device. Which ifi zen can would be the best match
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
What headphones are you using?
@keith12311
2 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel hifiman HE-560 V4 and Monoprice Monolith M1060 headphones
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
@@keith12311 The original zen can would be best fit then since you have the Monoprice as well!
@keith12311
2 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel thsnk you much
@iFiaudiochannel
2 жыл бұрын
@@keith12311 happy to help!
@oscillatingdailyaudio
3 жыл бұрын
Why would you use a 4.4m output?
@SuperZedd
3 жыл бұрын
Balanced!
@floppya7198
3 жыл бұрын
i already have fiio e10k. can i connect to ifi zen Can?
@jeffryaf
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, use a 3.5mm to rca cable to connect the line out of the fiio to the zen can
@terrykim7815
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, what is the max output of 4.4mm bal at 32ohm? Manual only shows the max output of 4.4mm bal at 64ohm
@hyedefinition1080
2 жыл бұрын
Hi I'm a beginner audiophile (especially when it comes to headphones setup). I wanted to know if the DAC Source matters. I recently purchased a portable DAC from HIDISZ (DH80s) and was wondering if that can be paired to this amplifier.
@daghetto101
Жыл бұрын
This are meant for home/desktop setup. Not portable. You can but its better to use DH80 with AP80 DAP
@Reuben100uk
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got the Zen Dac V2, using to listen to WAV files via USB cable from MacBook Pro. In a nutshell, what benefits are there to adding to this to the overall stack? Current Zen Dac V2 has plenty of power, never put it anywhere near half way for example sound, to me, is already great. Currently using with Phillips Fidelio, but hopefully upgrading to Sundaras soon. Thanks.
@gamergtx2602
2 жыл бұрын
Sundaras can also be driven by the zen dac v2 via balanced but the CAN takes it to the next level
@qiangsheng26qiang60
Жыл бұрын
can不放音有很大的翁声
@ultra_depeche
3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Can I connect iFi Audio ZEN CAN directly to Marantz ud 5007 Universal player with RCA cables? I want to listen music thru headphones without receiver,can I?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Does the Marantz player have a DAC in it?
@ultra_depeche
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel i Don t know,why?
@ultra_depeche
3 жыл бұрын
@@iFiaudiochannel Apparently it does have Burr Brown PCM1781.
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
@@ultra_depeche Then yes you can, use RCA to RCA on the Zen CAN and you should be good to go. The Zen CAN needs a DAC to run in the chain :)
@sockhopsinger
2 жыл бұрын
For a blind person, this video is nothing more than music that might be used as backing for a porn flic.
@Anomalyn1
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Can I run my headphones balanced with this stack but with rca connection between the zen dac and the Can? Is the 4,4mm balanced cable mandatory?
@iFiaudiochannel
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely can! You can use RCA to RCA if you so, please!
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