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title: "ZD3 Desktop DAC Preamp, Fully Balanced Digital to Analog Audio Converter with ES9039Q2M for Home Stereo Amplifier, Bluetooth/USB/Optical/Coax/TV HDMI ARC Input, XLR/RCA Output with Remote"
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# ES9039Q2M flagship DAC chip Balanced XLR & RCA outputs Multi-input: Bluetooth/USB/Opt/Coax/HDMI ARC ZD3 Desktop DAC Preamp, Fully Balanced Digital to Analog Audio Converter with ES9039Q2M for Home Stereo Amplifier, Bluetooth/USB/Optical/Coax/TV HDMI ARC Input, XLR/RCA Output with Remote

**Brand:** fosi audio
**Price:** $10258
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game — because your ears deserve the best!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ZD3 Desktop DAC Preamp, Fully Balanced Digital to Analog Audio Converter with ES9039Q2M for Home Stereo Amplifier, Bluetooth/USB/Optical/Coax/TV HDMI ARC Input, XLR/RCA Output with Remote by fosi audio
- **How much does it cost?** $10258 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- fosi audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fosi audio brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Audiophile-Grade Sound Clarity:** Experience pristine, noise-free audio with the ES9039Q2M chipset delivering up to DSD512 & 32bit/768kHz PCM resolution.
- • **Intuitive Control & Integration:** 1.5-inch OLED display, remote control, and 12V trigger enable synchronized power management and easy operation.
- • **Seamless Multi-Source Connectivity:** Effortlessly switch between Bluetooth, USB, Optical, Coaxial, and HDMI ARC inputs for ultimate system flexibility.
- • **Balanced Output for Noise Elimination:** XLR and RCA balanced outputs eradicate RF interference, perfect for sensitive speakers and professional setups.
- • **Sleek, Compact Design with System Synergy:** Matches the ZA3 amplifier’s elegant aesthetic to build a cohesive, high-performance home audio environment.

## Overview

The Fosi Audio ZD3 is a flagship fully balanced desktop DAC preamp featuring the high-performance ES9039Q2M chip, supporting ultra-high resolution audio up to DSD512 and 32bit/768kHz PCM. It offers versatile connectivity including Bluetooth, USB, Optical, Coaxial, and HDMI ARC inputs, with balanced XLR and RCA outputs to eliminate noise. Designed for audiophiles and professionals, it includes an OLED display, remote control, and 12V trigger for seamless integration into home audio systems, all housed in a compact, stylish chassis that pairs perfectly with the ZA3 amplifier.

## Description

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Review: Simply phenomenal. - I bought this Fosi DAC for my gaming PC for use with a set of PreSonus Eris speakers and sub, which I bought because my previous speaker set died. I don't know if I'd call myself an audiophile but I am a musician and I do care about quality sound with minimal noise. The new speakers sounded good but are much more sensitive than the crappy set I had before and I ran into a dilemma: my computer's built-in audio had low noise but only mediocre sound quality, and the cheap external DAC I was using instead sounded good overall but was also adding a lot of electrical noise to the signal, which I never noticed before but was suddenly very noticeable with the new speakers. Further, the new speakers are very sensitive and the basic included cables were picking up a lot of RF noise from nearby wifi. This led me to do some homework where I learned about the magic of balanced cable connections, which eliminate noise created by the cables unintentionally acting as antennae, for which I bought this DAC. This Fosi DAC solved all of my problems in the most amazing (and possibly overkill) way! It provides balanced cable output to the speakers, eliminating RF noise, and also allows for the use of the higher lossless quality settings in music streaming apps. I got everything connected and powered on, loaded up some music at the higher quality settings, and it nearly knocked me out of my chair! It sounds INCREDIBLE! The sound is flawless with no unwanted noise. I think what I love most about this DAC is that it's so easy, just plug-and-play. I hate clutter and I was kind of dreading having another box with a whole set of features and issues to learn, but it turns out setup couldn't be easier. It's got multiple inputs and switching between them is easy, though I'll likely only ever use the USB connection. I was worried about using USB due to the noise issues I was having with my last DAC (I was prepared to use optical) but this Fosi has a separate power supply rather than using USB power, which my homework led me to learn is often the issue with sound equipment, and it works great. The ONLY thing I don't love about this unit is that there doesn't seem to be any sort of power standby feature, which means I have to turn it off manually when I shut down my PC if I want to save energy. I read that it can do HDMI ARC and so maybe if I connect it with HDMI it'll power itself down; I might try that soon and see what happens. Idle power use seems to only be around 1 watt though (I have a watt meter), so that's not so bad. This little box is incredible, and I wish I'd done this a long time ago.
Review: Great DAC and preamp in one device. A steal when on sale. Good value at normal price. - Great DAC and preamp in one! I have been using this for 5 months and have nothing but praise for how well this is designed and functions. I am using USB connection to my MacBook Pro, optical input from my TV, and Bluetooth to connect my iPhone or iPad. HDMI is not eArc compatible so I am not able to use that to get audio from my TV but optical is working fine. The remote has just the necessary functionality and nothing more. It gets the job done. The XLR outputs are a plus and I use them with an Aiyima A20. I have also used them with 3E Audio A7. I don't have a Fosi amp yet but I am sure it will work just as well with that too. The output is clean and has great SNR. At the Black Friday price, this is a steal.

## Features

- Flagship Desktop DAC: A fully balanced digital-to-analog converter preamp with multiple inputs and outputs. Fosi Audio's first DAC to support HDMI ARC input and comes equipped with a high-performance ES9039Q2M chip to deliver rich and superior sound
- Premium Chipset: The ZD3 features the chipset consisting of XMOS XU316+ ES9039Q2M+ QCC3031+ LME49720. It supports high audio resolution, with a maximum capability of DSD512 and PCM 32bit/768kHz sampling rates, providing unparalleled clarity and depth
- Versatile & Flexible: The ZD3 offers comprehensive connectivity, supporting inputs like Bluetooth, USB, OPT, COAX, HDMI ARC, and balanced XLR/RCA outputs. This flexibility allows you to customize your audio system to suit various setups and scenarios
- Ease of Use: The ZD3 adopts a 1.5-inch OLED display, remote control, preamp bypass switch, and 12V trigger in/out interfaces, allowing synchronized power on/off with other home audio devices, all for a good user experience
- Family Design: Featuring the same design language as the ZA3 amplifier: compact and exquisite appearance and audiophile-grade components for high performance and excellent sound quality. Pair it with the ZA3 to create a robust home audio system

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DHXH9RLZ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #12,145 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #53 in Audio Component Amplifiers |
| Brand | Fosi Audio |
| Brand Name | Fosi Audio |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 322 Reviews |
| Included Components | Fosi Audio ZD3 DAC Preamp |
| Interface | Coaxial, HDMI, Optical, RCA, USB |
| Interface Type | Coaxial, HDMI, Optical, RCA, USB |
| Item Weight | 2.7 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Vision Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Number of Pins | 15 |
| Warranty Description | 24 Months Manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Fosi Audio
- **Interface Type:** Coaxial, HDMI, Optical, RCA, USB
- **Manufacturer:** Vision Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd.
- **Number of Channels:** 2
- **Number of Pins:** 15

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the ZD3 have HDMI CEC? Can I use my TV’s remote for volume control?**
A: The ZD3 does have HDMI CEC. In HDMI ARC input mode, you can control the ZD3’s volume with your TV remote, but it does not support HDMI EARC.

**Q: Does the ZD3 have a built-in headphone amplifier? Does it have an analog input AUX?**
A: No. The ZD3 does not have a built-in headphone amplifier and cannot connect headphones; it also does not support an analog input AUX.

**Q: Does the ZD3 support ASIO and WASAPI drivers in Windows 11?**
A: Yes, the ZD3 supports both ASIO and WASAPI drivers in Windows 11.

**Q: Can I use the Trigger Out from the ZD3 to control two ZA3 amplifiers?**
A: Yes, you can use a dual 3.5mm male splitter cable to control two ZA3 amplifiers synchronously.

**Q: How many Sparkos SS3602 op-amps do I need for the ZD3?**
A: For RCA output, replace one op-amp. For XLR balanced output, replace two op-amps corresponding to the left and right channels.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply phenomenal.
*by B***C on November 17, 2025*

I bought this Fosi DAC for my gaming PC for use with a set of PreSonus Eris speakers and sub, which I bought because my previous speaker set died. I don't know if I'd call myself an audiophile but I am a musician and I do care about quality sound with minimal noise. The new speakers sounded good but are much more sensitive than the crappy set I had before and I ran into a dilemma: my computer's built-in audio had low noise but only mediocre sound quality, and the cheap external DAC I was using instead sounded good overall but was also adding a lot of electrical noise to the signal, which I never noticed before but was suddenly very noticeable with the new speakers. Further, the new speakers are very sensitive and the basic included cables were picking up a lot of RF noise from nearby wifi. This led me to do some homework where I learned about the magic of balanced cable connections, which eliminate noise created by the cables unintentionally acting as antennae, for which I bought this DAC. This Fosi DAC solved all of my problems in the most amazing (and possibly overkill) way! It provides balanced cable output to the speakers, eliminating RF noise, and also allows for the use of the higher lossless quality settings in music streaming apps. I got everything connected and powered on, loaded up some music at the higher quality settings, and it nearly knocked me out of my chair! It sounds INCREDIBLE! The sound is flawless with no unwanted noise. I think what I love most about this DAC is that it's so easy, just plug-and-play. I hate clutter and I was kind of dreading having another box with a whole set of features and issues to learn, but it turns out setup couldn't be easier. It's got multiple inputs and switching between them is easy, though I'll likely only ever use the USB connection. I was worried about using USB due to the noise issues I was having with my last DAC (I was prepared to use optical) but this Fosi has a separate power supply rather than using USB power, which my homework led me to learn is often the issue with sound equipment, and it works great. The ONLY thing I don't love about this unit is that there doesn't seem to be any sort of power standby feature, which means I have to turn it off manually when I shut down my PC if I want to save energy. I read that it can do HDMI ARC and so maybe if I connect it with HDMI it'll power itself down; I might try that soon and see what happens. Idle power use seems to only be around 1 watt though (I have a watt meter), so that's not so bad. This little box is incredible, and I wish I'd done this a long time ago.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great DAC and preamp in one device. A steal when on sale. Good value at normal price.
*by M***5 on November 28, 2025*

Great DAC and preamp in one! I have been using this for 5 months and have nothing but praise for how well this is designed and functions. I am using USB connection to my MacBook Pro, optical input from my TV, and Bluetooth to connect my iPhone or iPad. HDMI is not eArc compatible so I am not able to use that to get audio from my TV but optical is working fine. The remote has just the necessary functionality and nothing more. It gets the job done. The XLR outputs are a plus and I use them with an Aiyima A20. I have also used them with 3E Audio A7. I don't have a Fosi amp yet but I am sure it will work just as well with that too. The output is clean and has great SNR. At the Black Friday price, this is a steal.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The ZD3 - a quality-made and excellent performing unit - even with the stock op-amps
*by B***N on April 28, 2025*

To begin with, let me get the sound out of the way up front. This ZD3 sounds wonderful! In my system, the addition of the ZD3 (and I have 8 other DAC's by the way) introduced a much more "airy" sound quality to the music. It's as if one more sonic veil had been lifted, allowing me to hear right through to the music. As for the bass response with the stock op-amps, I noticed a bit less heft with regard to the lower bass and dynamic capabilities. It's nice to see that in this case, Fosi steered away from using the typical NE5532 stock op amps used in 95% of ChiFi audio components, and used the LME49720 version. I've had good experiences with that particular IC-based op amp. However, based on other experiences, I've come to prefer the discrete versions from either Burson or Sparkos Labs. In this case, I inserted the Sparkos Labs SS3602's and I found the bass to be tighter and deeper. I believe the ZD3 is in a class of its own. I've read a few articles now (and some videos) where the reviewers stated that hearing differences between DAC's is ridiculous - that they basically all sound very similar. I'm sorry, but that couldn't be further from the truth. The very first thing I noticed with the ZD3, was it's increased openness (meaning much more "air" around and between the instrumentation), its superb midrange and treble capabilities (smooth and textured), and a greatly expanded sound-stage. In addition, the overall body of musical performances had a fuller feel to them. The problem with some reviewers is that they rely purely on measurements alone - that is, the "tangible" areas that can be measured. However, for audiophiles, there is so much more involved with good music reproduction. There are the "intangible" areas, meaning those variables that cannot be measured (i.e. how do you measure "immersive"), yet make a huge difference in how we perceive our involvement with sound reproduction. So yes, this is a wonderful DAC unit, along with a very nice preamp section. SUGGESTION TO FOSI: As an aside, just recently, Douk Audio released their diminutive A5 amplifier that features a revolutionary, simple lift-up glass top case/lid that makes changing op amps very convenient. I was wondering why other manufacturers haven't followed with similar designs? Changing op-amps in that Douk A5 took only seconds - and what a convenience that was. Why do manufacturers advertise having op-amp swap-out capabilities when the user has to jump through hoops unscrewing cases, pulling off knobs - and in the case of the ZD3, having to also disconnect wires also? Fosi - why don't you make access to the op-amps a simple solution? Although the ZD3 costs a bit more than most budget oriented DAC/Head-amp units, it's well worth the cost for such a quality-made, and excellent performing unit.

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