--- product_id: 649186194 title: "Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver" brand: "ifi" price: "AR$1164573" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "I Fi" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/649186194-zen-blue-3-hi-fi-lossless-bluetooth-5-4-dac store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # aptX Lossless & Hi-Res codecs External antenna for extended range Bluetooth 5.4 QCC5181 chip Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver **Brand:** ifi **Price:** AR$1164573 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your audio game with lossless wireless freedom! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver by ifi - **How much does it cost?** AR$1164573 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/649186194-zen-blue-3-hi-fi-lossless-bluetooth-5-4-dac) ## Best For - ifi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ifi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Triple Mode Flexibility:** Switch effortlessly between Bluetooth RX, TX, and USB/S-PDIF DAC modes to suit your audio setup. - β€’ **Seamless Hi-Fi Streaming:** Experience pristine CD-quality (44kHz/16bit) and Hi-Res (96kHz/24bit) audio wirelessly with Bluetooth 5.4. - β€’ **Low-Latency Gaming & Video:** Quick-access button ensures ultra-responsive audio sync for immersive gaming and streaming experiences. - β€’ **Extended Connectivity Range:** External antenna boosts signal strength and range, keeping your music uninterrupted wherever you go. - β€’ **Ultimate Codec Compatibility:** Supports aptX Lossless, Adaptive, Low Latency, HD, LDAC, LHDC/HWA, AAC & SBC for flawless sound on any device. ## Overview The iFi Zen Blue 3 is a cutting-edge Hi-Fi Bluetooth 5.4 DAC and transmitter/receiver featuring Qualcomm's flagship QCC5181 chip. It supports lossless CD-quality and Hi-Res audio streaming with a wide range of codecs including aptX Lossless and LDAC. Designed for versatile use, it offers three operation modes, a low-latency quick-access button, and an external antenna for superior connectivity and range, making it the ultimate wireless audio upgrade for audiophiles and professionals alike. ## Description Buy iFi Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver | With Qualcomm QCC5181 Chipset - aptX Lossless - LDAC, LHDC/HWA - USB DAC Functionality, and Dual RCA/4.4mm Balanced Outputs: Wireless Audio Receivers & Adapters - desertcart.com βœ“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: A great addition to your HT if you need APTX xx - This was a necessary addition to my SONY STR-AN1000 AVR which only supports LDAC and SBC BT audio codecs. Since purchasing the BW Px7 S3 headphones which support the APTX family of codecs I was connecting with SBC only. Using the receiver's Zone 3 RCA audio outputs I'm able to connect with all the APTX codecs and pairing was a breeze. The ability to stream in APTX Lossless and Adaptive from my apps and networked files was well worth the upgrade. The unit is solidly built using aluminum casing and has excellent range with it TX function. It also acts as a receiver and DAC but I'm just using it for BT transmission. There are several other units on the market right now that are cheaper but I chose the iFi Zen Blue 3 having prior experience with their phono preamp and appreciate the build and sound quality of their products. I won't go into setup as it's dependent on your equipment and use case but I had little trouble getting everything up and running. It works as advertised. The only thing I did notice was the need to boost the volume from your output a bit higher than you normally would on both your receiver and the blue 3. I suggest going over the instructions for using multi-zone audio outs on your receiver which can get tricky when using a zone 3 output. Review: A chance to ditch a party speaker - This is an excellent interface from a modern streamed audio source to a real amp and speaker (and much more, that's just my use case). As Bluetooth became so widespread and streamed audio became the norm I bought Bluetooth party speakers from a couple of brands. They were always heavily bass boosted and the speaker elements were too close for any useful stereo soundscape. While researching replacements with a flat response I thought of the unused CD input on a good amp connected to a great pair of 35 year old, high quality stereo hi-fi speakers and research brought me to this. Audio quality is outstanding over a USB-C tether from a lossless stream source and very good over older more lossy Bluetooth protocols and improves with more recent, less lossy Bluetooth protocols. I now have clean, clear and detailed stereo sound with an excellent stereo soundstage. The point about it being detailed is that things like a stroke across the surface of a ridged cymbal is audible as multiple sounds, not a wet mush. It's definitely better quality using a long USB tether than Bluetooth but even in Bluetooth mode the soundstage from separated speakers is much better than from a party speaker. It's easy to switch between USB, Bluetooth receiver and Bluetooth source. I don't use it as a source but the set of inputs and outputs is excellent making it a great multi-purpose digital interface. I'm really enjoying the detail and sensible equalization this has brought back into my digital musical listening. ## Features - Equipped with Qualcomm's flagship Bluetooth QCC5181 chip featuring Bluetooth 5.4, supports the latest aptX Lossless codec, capable of streaming lossless CD-quality audio without sacrificing quality. - Supports lossless CD quality (44kHz/16bit) and Hi-Res (96kHz/24bit) Bluetooth playback (RX) and transmission (TX). - Supports aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Low Latency, aptX HD, aptX, LDAC, LHDC (HWA), AAC and SBC codecs. - Three operation modes: Bluetooth RX; Bluetooth TX and USB/S-PDIF DAC mode. - Quick-access button for low-latency connection, ideal for gaming and video. - Control your music via Bluetooth with your favourite music app on smart devices or computers and relax. - External antenna for enhanced connectivity and extended range. - Balanced 4.4mm line output. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0D8851W2X | | Additional Features | aptX Lossless | | AntennaDescription | External antenna for enhanced connectivity and extended range. | | Audio Input | Bluetooth | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo | | Audio Output Type | 4.4mm Balanced | | Best Sellers Rank | #70,602 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #333 in Wireless Audio Receivers & Adapters | | Brand | iFi | | Built-In Media | RCA cables, USB-A to USB-C Cable (1.2m) | | Color | Dark Blue | | Compatibility Options | Bluetooth 5. | | Compatible Devices | Speaker, Headphone, Smartphone, Car Stereo System, Home Stereo System, Camera, Television, Tablet, Laptop, Projector | | Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB | | Connector Type Used on Cable | 4.4mm Balanced | | Control Method | App | | Control Type | App Control | | Controller Type | App Control | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 56 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05060738788835 | | Hardware Interface | Bluetooth | | Human Interface Input | Touchscreen | | Installation Type | wireless | | Item Weight | 447 g | | Manufacturer | Abbingdon Music Research | | Model Name | iFi Zen Blue 3 | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Special Feature | aptX Lossless | | Supported Application | Various Bluetooth audio transmission applications compatible with supported codecs | | Supported Media Type | bluetooth | | Supported Standards | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Low Latency, aptX HD, aptX, LDAC, LHDC (HWA), AAC, SBC | | Warranty Description | 12 months | | Wireless Communication Standard | Bluetooth | | Wireless Compability | Bluetooth | ## Product Details - **Brand:** iFi - **Color:** Dark Blue - **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, USB - **Item Weight:** 447 g - **Special Feature:** aptX Lossless ## Images ![Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61INPJCt0EL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great addition to your HT if you need APTX xx *by J***R on November 16, 2025* This was a necessary addition to my SONY STR-AN1000 AVR which only supports LDAC and SBC BT audio codecs. Since purchasing the BW Px7 S3 headphones which support the APTX family of codecs I was connecting with SBC only. Using the receiver's Zone 3 RCA audio outputs I'm able to connect with all the APTX codecs and pairing was a breeze. The ability to stream in APTX Lossless and Adaptive from my apps and networked files was well worth the upgrade. The unit is solidly built using aluminum casing and has excellent range with it TX function. It also acts as a receiver and DAC but I'm just using it for BT transmission. There are several other units on the market right now that are cheaper but I chose the iFi Zen Blue 3 having prior experience with their phono preamp and appreciate the build and sound quality of their products. I won't go into setup as it's dependent on your equipment and use case but I had little trouble getting everything up and running. It works as advertised. The only thing I did notice was the need to boost the volume from your output a bit higher than you normally would on both your receiver and the blue 3. I suggest going over the instructions for using multi-zone audio outs on your receiver which can get tricky when using a zone 3 output. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A chance to ditch a party speaker *by D***R on July 26, 2026* This is an excellent interface from a modern streamed audio source to a real amp and speaker (and much more, that's just my use case). As Bluetooth became so widespread and streamed audio became the norm I bought Bluetooth party speakers from a couple of brands. They were always heavily bass boosted and the speaker elements were too close for any useful stereo soundscape. While researching replacements with a flat response I thought of the unused CD input on a good amp connected to a great pair of 35 year old, high quality stereo hi-fi speakers and research brought me to this. Audio quality is outstanding over a USB-C tether from a lossless stream source and very good over older more lossy Bluetooth protocols and improves with more recent, less lossy Bluetooth protocols. I now have clean, clear and detailed stereo sound with an excellent stereo soundstage. The point about it being detailed is that things like a stroke across the surface of a ridged cymbal is audible as multiple sounds, not a wet mush. It's definitely better quality using a long USB tether than Bluetooth but even in Bluetooth mode the soundstage from separated speakers is much better than from a party speaker. It's easy to switch between USB, Bluetooth receiver and Bluetooth source. I don't use it as a source but the set of inputs and outputs is excellent making it a great multi-purpose digital interface. I'm really enjoying the detail and sensible equalization this has brought back into my digital musical listening. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wireless CD-quality sound, true 16-bit @ 44.1 kHz aptX Lossless! *by H***K on March 22, 2026* Behold, wireless CD-quality sound, devoid of any compression artifacts. This is the purest, most authentic form of CD-quality sound in its original 16-bit @ 44.1 kHz format, transmitted wirelessly in aptX Lossless codec. The photograph clearly documents the evidence of 16-bit @ 44.1 kHz aptX Lossless transmission (TX) and reception (RX), the color of the lights on the iFi Zen Blue 3 confirms this, as well does the receiver with the actual read out. This transceiver, the iFi Zen Blue 3, is the pinnacle of technological achievement, employing the Qualcomm QCC5181 chipset and the Sabre ESS Premier 9023 stereo digital-to-analog converter (DAC). The latter boasts a dynamic range of 112 dB and jitter-free sound quality due to its patented Hyperstream architecture. This device is the gold standard for Bluetooth wireless technology. It is a testament to the adage that one should never settle for anything less than the pinnacle of excellence. Pairing was straightforward, fast, easy and nearly automatic, rest assured that this is the real deal, why settle for anything less. I found the iFi Zen Blue 3 to be rock solid in transmitting (TX) the aptX Lossless codec and rock-solid receiving (RX) the aptX Lossless codec, 10 stars for rock-solid signal strength and signal stability. Just go ahead and pull the trigger on this and buy it, you know you want it, and in the end, you won’t be sorry that you did. Its backwards compatible with all bluetooth codecs, so this leaves you plenty of time for upgrading at your own pace, toward aptX lossless on all your devices, making them all of audiophile quality. ## Frequently Bought Together - iFi Zen Blue 3 - Hi-Fi Lossless Bluetooth 5.4 DAC – Transmitter & Receiver with Qualcomm QCC5181 Chipset - aptX Lossless - LDAC, LHDC/HWA - USB DAC Functionality, and Dual RCA/4.4mm Balanced Outputs - iFi 4.4mm to XLR Balanced Aluminium Alloy Cable (1 metre) - iFi SilentPower iPower2 - Low Noise DC Power Supply - Upgrade Your Audio/Video/Electronics (5V / 2.5A)… --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/649186194-zen-blue-3-hi-fi-lossless-bluetooth-5-4-dac](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/649186194-zen-blue-3-hi-fi-lossless-bluetooth-5-4-dac) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-10-08*