The iFi Audio ZEN Air DAC 2 is a compact DAC with an integrated headphone amplifier, making it ideal for discerning listening in home and desktop setups. The second generation has been developed around a newly selected Bit-Perfect DAC from Cirrus Logic, combining high resolution with enhanced clarity, dynamics, and low distortion. It supports PCM up to 384 kHz and DSD256. Connectivity is modern via USB-C. For integration into various setups, it features a balanced 4.4 mm headphone output, a 6.3 mm headphone output, and a RCA line-out. The balanced 4.4 mm output significantly elevates the device's class, delivering up to 5.57 V or 484 mW at 64 ohms, allowing for up to 300 percent more power for headphones, resulting in greater control, expression, depth, and emotionality. XBass+ adds extra punch and warmth to the bass if desired, while PowerMatch adjusts the gain for different headphones, confidently supporting even power-hungry models. With a signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range of 118 dBA, a frequency range of 20 Hz to 90 kHz, and a variable line output voltage of up to 3.4 V, the ZEN Air DAC 2 also provides a technically convincing foundation for precise and vibrant music playback. The metal front, the Midnight Blue housing, and the refined design language emphasize the high-quality aspirations of this generation. A dedicated power button further enhances everyday usability, responding directly to the typical demands of modern desktop setups. With dimensions of 158 x 100 x 35 mm and a weight of 315 g, the device remains pleasantly compact, establishing itself as an elegant, space-saving hub for a powerful and emotionally engaging musical experience. It combines audiophile musicality, modern connectivity options, and high everyday practicality in a compact format.