Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server
Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server
Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server
Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server

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Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Streamer and Server

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A revelation in sound, performance, and flexibility

The digital source has become a known sight on Hi-Fi systems for its convenience. Almost all the music can now be accessible at the touch of a button. But playing sound is one thing and playing music is another. To get the true essence of the recording, your digital signal must be as pristine and well-timed as possible so your DAC can play at its best. Feed it with a noisy signal and that will just be amplified along the chain.

A pristine digital signal requires a dedicated digital source, with meticulous detail starting from the ultra-low noise power supplies, through a custom mainboard and all the way to specific software development minimizing power noise during operation.

The ZEN Next-Gen is the first model within the ZEN Series to include both new and trickled-down NG technology developments: our new cutting-edge Gallium Nitride regulated NGaN RECAP2 PSU, the new PreciseAudio custom mainboard, Sense 3 with real-time kernel together with AudioCore technology, selected industrial-grade low noise DDR4 RAM and a dedicated, direct-attached, ultra-low noise SSD for the Operating System to name just a few. Connect the ZEN Next-Gen to your DAC and be amazed at the difference.

A new modular approach for storage and audio connectivity options creates a hugely versatile device; use just as a streamer with no on-board storage at all or as a music server with Sense or Roon Core with up to 16TB of seamless storage, whilst maximizing sonic output through your choice of optimal Digital Output Module – all housed in a new premium 10mm CNC-machined aluminium chassis. And if that’s not enough, we have designed the ZEN Next-Gen to be upgradeable to a ZENith Next-Gen at any time.

The new ZEN Next-Gen is a revelation in both sound, performance and flexibility. Come and experience it at a dealer near you.

ZEN Next-Gen music server and streamer front

Main Features

Innuos RECAP2 NGaN PSU

New cutting-edge Gallium Nitride power regulation stage to enhance the RECAP2 linear power modules with a tuned switching frequency offering much lower power supply impedance for a more transparent sound with better instrument separation.

Innuos PreciseAudio Mainboard

An all-new custom server-grade mainboard, ultra-tuned for low processor latency, power noise and EMI emissions; further improved by enhanced power regulators and solid capacitors.

High Performance, Low Power

New generation of Intel Core i3 combining 4 physical cores with 4 virtual cores forresponsive speeds yet low heat dissipation, enhanced with Innuos AudioCore providing separate cores dedicated only to audio processes. Supported with 16GB of industrial-grade low-noise DDR4 RAM allowing to cache more databases and files for a speedy response.

Modular Architecture

You can configure the ZEN Next-Gen as a Music Server/Streamer, Server-only or Streamer-only easily. Choose to have no internal drives, or up to a maximum of 16TB SSD storage. Leverage the ZEN as a premium streamer through an optional Digital Audio Output slot for different modules such as PhoenixUSB, PhoenixI2S, or SPDIF boards.

Dedicated OS SSD

Dedicated industrial-grade 3D TLC SSD for the OS with power-loss protection to prevent any issues with the system in case of a power cut. Extremely low levels of power consumption, electrical noise and thermal output. 

 

Innuos XSM

High Performance Expandable Storage Management System (XSM) allows a single pool of storage from multiple drives. The ZEN Next-Gen supports an internal, high performance NVMe PCIe drive up to 8TB with an additional externally accessible M.2 NVMe slot for up to 8TB for a total 16TB of seamless storage. Intelligent management and data protection provided through Sense.

 

Premium Chassis

Newly-designed 10mm thick CNC-machined bead-blasted and anodized aluminium chassis, containing new vibration-dampened transformer platform and with Chassis Ground port connection.

 

Sense 3

Unique benefits for the ZEN Next-Gen and ZENith Next-Gen through Sense 3, including new Real-Time Kernel, lowering latency even further for the core Operating System, AudioCore for audio process to run in dedicated physical cores, Expandable Storage Management interface, and new CD-ripping via external USB drives with drive-head alignment for accurate ripping.

 

Upgradeable

The modular construction of the chassis and components means the ZEN Next-Gen can be upgraded to a ZENith Next-Gen in the future for even better sound quality and performance.

Features & Specifications

File Formats

WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, DSF, DFF
MQA Supported

Sample Rates

PCM: Up to 32bit/768KHz
DSD: Up to DSD256 via DoP, up to DSD512 via Native DSD
(24bit/192KHz maximum output on SPDIF module)

Connectivity

USB (for DACs, Imports, Backups, USB Drive playback)
3 x USB 3.2
Network
2 x Gigabit Ethernet, Bridged (wired only)
Other
1 x Digital Output Module Bay
1 x Storage Expansion Bay (1 x M2 nVME SSD)
1 x HDMI (service only)
1 x AC Power Inlet

Streaming Sources

Streaming Services*
Qobuz
TIDAL
Deezer
HighResAudio
IDAGIO
Spotify Connect
TIDAL Connect
Qobuz Connect
Internet Radio & Podcasts
Radio Paradise FLAC and Interactive services
Local Music Files
Internal M2 NVMe SSD + PCI-E SSD drives
NAS Drives/Servers
USB Drives**
*Premium subscription required
**’Folder View’ only, full library integration unavailable

CD Ripping

Available via external USB Optical Drive + installed SSD storage
Metadata Sources: Discogs, FreeDB, GD3, Musicbrainz
Ripping format options: FLAC or WAV

Control Software & Integrations

Innuos Sense App for iPadOS/iOS v16.6 (or later)
Innuos Sense App for Android 7 (or later)
Innuos Sense App for Amazon Fire OS 7 (or later)
Any web browser via my.innuos.com or IP address.
Optional:
Roon (Core and Endpoint modes supported)
HQPlayer (NAA Endpoint mode only)
AssetUPnP (UPnP Server mode only)

Power

230V AC / 115V AC

Dimensions

Dimensions: 420mm x 365mm x 105mm (W x D x H)
Weight: 12.7 kg

Contents

ZEN Next-Gen
AC Power Cable (2.0m)
Ethernet Cable (2.0m)
Quick Start Guide

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