iFi Audio Zen Signature MZ99

The ZEN Signature Set MZ99 consists of the ZEN DAC Signature V2, the new ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 and our high performance 4.4mm balanced cable.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 has a unique equalization curve that takes full advantage of the already superb Meze 99.

This ZEN DAC Signature V2 is the upgraded version of our original ZEN DAC Signature, a pure DAC that benefits from true differential balanced circuit design. It has upgraded circuit components and short, direct signal paths for optimum signal purity.

It offers seamless PCM (up to 32-bit/384 kHz), native DSD (up to DSD256) and DXD.

The use of the 16-core XMOS chip, instead of the original 8-core, means that it is now a full MQA decoder rather than a renderer.

It offers a pair of RCA jacks for single-ended connection to an amplifier, plus a balanced 4.4mm output.

The full benefit of the ZEN DAC Signature V2's balanced circuit design is highlighted when connected to an amplifier or active loudspeakers equipped with a balanced input. This can be a balanced 4.4mm input or stereo XLR inputs via a 4.4mm to XLR cable.

You can switch between 'variable' and 'fixed' outputs.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 has a carefully calibrated EQ curve to complement the Meze 99 Classics. It adjusts the treble for more "liveliness" and enhances the low-mid bass to extract the last drop of sonic goodness from these already musical headphones.

Their custom ActivEQ settings combine active and passive components to create this special EQ curve. Check out Meze's curve and compatibility chart here.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 also works with the Meze 99 Neo and the Meze 99 Drop. ActivEQ can be turned off to take full advantage of ALL internal headphones and monitors.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 also uses XSpace. This is an analog processing mode that compensates for the "internal localization" effect that can occur when listening to mixed tracks with a pair of speakers in headphones.

It features PowerMatch: four gains in six dB steps: 0dB, 6dB, 12dB and 18db.


The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 features a dual-mono symmetrical balanced circuit. It delivers 1600 mW (7.2 V) at 32 ohms from the single-ended output, with 15 V+ available for loads of 600 ohms or more through the balanced output.

It houses RCA stereo and single-ended 3.5 mm inputs, in addition to a balanced balanced 4.4 mm input.It has a 6.3 mm output for headphones that have a standard single-ended connector and a 4.4 mm balanced output for headphones that offer a balanced connection.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 has a carefully calibrated EQ curve to complement the Meze 99 Classics. It adjusts the treble for more "liveliness" and enhances the low-mid bass to extract the last drop of sonic goodness from these already musical headphones.

Their custom ActivEQ settings combine active and passive components to create this special EQ curve. Check out Meze's curve and compatibility chart here.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 also works with the Meze 99 Neo and the Meze 99 Drop. ActivEQ can be turned off to take full advantage of ALL internal headphones and monitors.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 also uses XSpace. This is an analog processing mode that compensates for the "internal localization" effect that can occur when listening to mixed tracks with a pair of speakers in headphones.

It features PowerMatch: four gains in six dB steps: 0dB, 6dB, 12dB and 18db.

The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 features a dual-mono symmetrical balanced circuit. It delivers 1600 mW (7.2 V) at 32 ohms from the single-ended output, with 15 V+ available for loads of 600 ohms or more through the balanced output.

It houses RCA stereo and single-ended 3.5 mm inputs, in addition to a balanced balanced 4.4 mm input.It has a 6.3 mm output for headphones that have a standard single-ended connector and a 4.4 mm balanced output for headphones that offer a balanced connection.

The 4.4mm to 4.4mm iFi cable employs heavy silver matrix conductors and OFHC continuous cast copper with a total thickness of 14 AWG for the best signal transfer.

It is a perfect complement to our ZEN Signature Set MZ99, as this audiophile cable will provide you with the highest quality balanced signal transfer and minimal interference.

The cable construction is a custom helical design, minimized in both capacitance and inductance. It has intrinsic shielding provided by the minZ™ helical construction. This shields the cable from RFI and EMI noise and provides the cleanest possible transfer medium.

To further insulate the cable, we use a supersoft HD polymer (60P) that is RoHS compliant with 1500 V AC spark resistance and excellent dielectric properties.