Innuos Zen Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server
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Product Summary
The Innuos ZEN Next-Gen is a premium music server and streamer designed for listeners who want a serious high-end digital source with the flexibility to suit different system goals. It can be used as a dedicated streamer, a full music server, or a combination of both, making it a strong option for customers who want top-level performance without locking themselves into one fixed setup.
What makes the ZEN Next-Gen especially appealing is the amount of technology Innuos has brought into it from higher up the range. With its NGaN RECAP2 power supply, PreciseAudio custom mainboard, Sense 3 platform with real-time kernel and AudioCore technology, it is built to deliver a cleaner, lower-noise and more responsive digital front end for a quality DAC and hi-fi system.
It is also designed to grow with the customer. The modular architecture allows optional storage and digital output boards to be added, while the chassis itself is designed to be upgradeable to ZENith Next-Gen specification in the future. It is an excellent choice for anyone wanting a premium music server and streamer that combines performance, flexibility and long-term upgrade potential.
Key Benefits
- High-performance music server and streamer for serious hi-fi systems
- Can be configured as a streamer, server or combined music server and streamer
- NGaN RECAP2 power supply is designed for lower impedance and cleaner power delivery
- PreciseAudio custom mainboard is built to reduce latency, power noise and EMI
- Sense 3 with real-time kernel and AudioCore technology helps improve responsiveness and audio performance
- Optional storage allows up to 16TB total seamless internal expansion
- Optional digital output boards let you tailor the ZEN Next-Gen to suit your DAC and system
- Upgradeable design allows future conversion to ZENith Next-Gen specification
- Optional external USB CD ripping adds extra appeal for customers with existing disc collections
- Available in Black or Silver
- 3 Years’ Manufacturers Warranty
Technical Specifications
Music Server / Streamer Design
- Product Type: Music server / streamer
- Power Supply: Innuos RECAP2 NGaN power supply
- Mainboard: Innuos PreciseAudio custom server-grade mainboard
- Processor: Intel Core i3 Embedded with 4 physical cores and 4 virtual cores
- Memory: 16 GB industrial-grade low-noise DDR4 RAM
- OS Storage: Dedicated industrial-grade 3D TLC SSD module for operating system
- Chassis: 10 mm CNC-machined bead-blasted and anodised aluminium chassis
- Operating Platform: Innuos Sense 3
- Finish Options: Black or Silver
Streaming & Library Features
- Operating Modes: Streamer-only, server-only, or music server / streamer
- Streaming Services: Managed through Innuos Sense with support for major compatible streaming services and internet radio
- CD Ripping: Available via external USB optical drive with installed SSD storage
- Storage Management: XSM expandable storage management
- Maximum Internal Storage: Up to 16TB total seamless storage
- Upgradeable Path: Can be upgraded to ZENith Next-Gen specification
Connectivity & Expansion
- USB Audio Output: 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Optional Digital Output Modules: SPDIF Board, PhoenixUSB Lite Board, PhoenixI2S Lite Board
- SPDIF Board Outputs: 1 x AES, 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical
- PhoenixUSB Lite Board Output: 1 x Reclocked USB 2.0 output
- PhoenixI2S Lite Board Output: I2S output via optional module
- Additional Storage Expansion: Internal NVMe PCIe drive up to 8TB plus externally accessible M.2 NVMe slot up to 8TB
- Chassis Ground Port: Yes
Supported Audio Formats
- USB PCM Support: Up to 32-bit / 768 kHz
- USB DSD Support: Up to DSD256 via DoP, up to DSD512 via Native DSD
- SPDIF Module PCM Support: Up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
- PhoenixI2S Lite Support: Up to 32-bit / 768 kHz PCM, up to Native DSD1024
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (W × D × H): 420 x 365 x 105 mm
- Weight: 12.7 kg
What’s in the Box
- Innuos ZEN Next-Gen music server / streamer
- AC power cable (2.0 m)
- Ethernet cable (2.0 m)
- Quick start guide
