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Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music Server

Innuos ZEN Next-Gen Music 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.

Main Features


01. 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.


02. 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.


03. High Performance, Low Power

New generation of Intel Core i3 combining 4 physical cores with 4 virtual cores for responsive 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.



04. 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.


05. 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. 


06. 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.



07. 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.


08. 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.


09. 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.

Specifications

Specifications

File Formats WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, DSF, DFF
MQA Support Supported
PCM Sample Rates Up to 32-bit / 768kHz
DSD Sample Rates Up to DSD256 via DoP, Up to DSD512 via Native DSD
SPDIF Output Maximum Output: 24-bit / 192kHz
USB Connectivity USB for DACs, Imports, Backups, and USB Drive Playback
USB Ports 3 × USB 3.2
Network 2 × Gigabit Ethernet, Bridged (Wired Only)
Expansion Bays 1 × Digital Output Module Bay
1 × Storage Expansion Bay (1 × M.2 NVMe SSD)
Other Connections 1 × HDMI (Service Only), 1 × AC Power Inlet
Streaming Services Qobuz, TIDAL, Deezer, HighResAudio, IDAGIO,
Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect
Internet Radio & Podcasts Radio Paradise FLAC and Interactive Services
Local Music Sources Internal M.2 NVMe SSD + PCI-E SSD Drives,
NAS Drives/Servers, USB Drives*
CD Ripping Available via External USB Optical Drive with Installed SSD Storage
Metadata Sources Discogs, FreeDB, GD3, MusicBrainz
Ripping Formats FLAC or WAV
Control Software Innuos Sense App for iPadOS/iOS 16.6+, Android 7+, Amazon Fire OS 7+
Any Web Browser via my.innuos.com or IP Address
Optional Integrations Roon (Core and Endpoint Modes Supported)
HQPlayer (NAA Endpoint Mode Only)
AssetUPnP (UPnP Server Mode Only)
Power 230V AC / 115V AC
Dimensions 420 × 365 × 105 mm (W × D × H)
Weight 12.7 kg
Package Contents ZEN Next-Gen
AC Power Cable (2.0m)
Ethernet Cable (2.0m)
Quick Start Guide

* USB drives support Folder View only; full library integration is unavailable.

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