
Fosi Audio I5 Offline Version Headphones
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ā¬549.00
AK4493SEQ DAC, balanced headphone amplifier and preamp with 2.57W output, XLR/RCA outputs and PCM768/DSD512 support.
AK4493SEQ DAC, balanced headphone amplifier and preamp with 2.57W output, XLR/RCA outputs and PCM768/DSD512 support.
ā¬169.00
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Optimal For:
Headphones, active speakers and compact separates systems
Not Ideal For:
Systems requiring built-in streaming or speaker outputs
Power Consumption: little
The 28Ī© planar-magnetic I5 is a natural partner for the ZH3 and connects directly to its balanced 4.4mm headphone output.
The Fosi Audio ZH3 is a compact DAC, balanced headphone amplifier and preamplifier designed as a flexible control centre for desktop and Hi-Fi systems. It combines digital and analogue inputs with powerful headphone amplification, balanced XLR outputs and volume-controlled preamp functionality.
Digital conversion is based on the AKM AK4493SEQ DAC, paired with an XMOS XU316 USB interface. USB playback supports PCM up to 32-bit/768kHz and native DSD512, while optical and coaxial inputs support PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz.
The ZH3 uses a fully balanced amplification circuit with four OPA1612 operational amplifiers. Its 4.4mm balanced headphone output delivers up to 2570mW per channel into 32Ī©, while the 6.35mm single-ended output provides up to 640mW per channel into 32Ī©. Three gain levels allow matching with headphones and IEMs across the specified 16ā300Ī© range.
USB-C, coaxial, optical and stereo RCA inputs allow the ZH3 to accept both digital and analogue sources. Balanced XLR and RCA outputs provide straightforward integration with active loudspeakers or external power amplifiers, while the analogue RCA input also allows the ZH3 to operate as a dedicated headphone amplifier.
Bass and treble adjustment, three gain settings and six digital filters provide additional control, while the tone-control circuit can be bypassed when not required. The 1.5-inch circular LCD provides clear operating information, and 12V trigger input and output allow coordinated power control with compatible components.
With separate headphone, line and preamp operating options, the ZH3 can form the centre of a compact headphone system, active-speaker setup or a system using separate power amplifiers. USB Audio Class 1.0 and 2.0 modes further extend compatibility with computers and supported gaming devices.
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"The ZH3 is an incredible offering with ultra low distortion yet a ton of power."
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