Description
INNUOS Zenith Mk3 Music Server
The INNUOS Zenith Mk3 Music Server is powered by innuOS. The company’s proprietary operating system, innuOS allows complete Music Library management using a tablet or smartphone.
Reviews
The Innuos ZENith Mk3 is the ZEN Mk3 on steroids. It is also a one box server/streamer solution of high quality.” Hans Beekhuyzen has followed up on his comprehensive ZEN Mk3 video review by taking a look at the next model up in the range – the ZENith Mk3.
“It keeps surprising me to what degree sound quality can be improved by taking more care when sending a digital signal over USB to a DAC – and the ZENith Mk3 does a damn good job doing just that. “ 5-Star Review from Head-Fi.org. The ZENith Mk3 received a revelatory review from audiophile headphone-enthusiast site Head-Fi.org, who praise the ZENith for its substantial convenience benefits and the significant sound quality gains to be had by using a digital transport solution like the Innuos Mk3.
“I would highly recommend auditioning the Innuos line of music servers and for those looking to incorporate a music server into their system, be sure to add Innuos to your shortlist.” Head-Fi
Hi-Fi Choice give Recommend Award to ZENith Mk3 – “UK publication Hi-Fi Choice have awarded their coveted Recommended badge to the ZENith Mk3, praising the unit for having a potent and flexible spec with one of the best interfaces going, whilst it also delivers outstanding performance that will inspire confidence even for those starting out in network audio, and so should be near the top of any shortlist.” Ed Selley HiFi Choice
Features
- New Custom Motherboard with reduced EMI
- Dual Ethernet Ports for LAN and Streamer with dedicated isolation transformers
- Innovative Triple-Linear Power Supply with ultra-low noise regulators and premium Mundorf Capacitors
- 8GB RAM with 4GB In-Memory playback
- Asymmetrical isolation feet inspired by the ZENith SE
- Ultra-low Noise USB Audio Output
- SSD Storage with newly improved vibration and EMI treatment
- New Generation Quad-core Intel CPU
- Medical-Grade Mains Filter
Triple-Linear Power Supply
Inspired by the high-end power supply engineering of the SE, the ZENith Mk3 benefits from new premium Mundorf capacitors with ultra-low noise regulators and a medical-grade mains filter to provide even greater audio clarity.
Custom Motherboard
Our own custom-made Innuos motherboard is completely reworked for optimized audio performance. Sources of EMI have been removed and internal clocks optimized, resulting in a “blacker” music background and enhanced realism.
Ultra-low Noise Streamer Output
Dual-ethernet ports with isolation transformers provide an ultra-low noise network connection for your streamer, removing noise from the path and improving sound quality on all network audio.
Anti-vibration and EMI Treatment
New asymmetrical isolation feet derived from our ZENith SE plus added treatment to the chassis help to combat harmful vibration that affects a clean audio signal, with even greater treatment now applied to the SSD.
In-Memory Playback
With 4GB dedicated memory, the ZENith loads music directly to memory for playback so that it doesn’t need to engage the SSD during playback, improving sound quality.
Specifications
AUDIO OUTPUTS
- Digital Output:
- USB 2.0 supporting USB Audio Class 2, DoP, Native DSD and MQA
- Dedicated Ethernet Streamer Port
CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet: 2 x rear panel RJ45 – Bridged Gigabit Ethernet
USB: 1x USB 2.0 (DAC), 1x USB 3.0 (Backup)
FORMATS
CD Formats: Red Book
Disc Compatibility: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Audio format for stored CDs: FLAC (zero compression), WAV
Audio Formats Supported for streaming and playing: WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, MQA (with supported DACs)
SAMPLE RATES
Sample Rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4KHz. 192kHz, 352.8KHz, 384KHz , DSD64, DSD128, Native DSD up to DSD512 on selected DACs
Bit Depths: 16bit, 24bit, 32bit
USER CONTROL INTERFACES
Web Interface: Web Browsers from iOS, Android (4.0 and up) or up-to-date Windows and OS X browsers
Mobile: App for iPhone/iPad, Android and Windows 10
HARDWARE
CD/DVD drive: TEAC Slot-loading drive
Hard Drive: 1TB SSD with Vibration and EMI treatment
CPU: Intel Quad Core N4200
Memory: 8GB DDR3 Low-Voltage RAM (4GB Dedicated for RAM Playback)
STREAMING AND CD STORAGE
UPnP/DLNA: Integrated UPnP Server
Streaming Services: Qobuz, Tidal, Radio Paradise, Internet Radio
Roon Compatibility: Roon Core and Roon Endpoint
Average CD Storage Time: 5 minutes
- CD Metadata:
- FreeDB, MusicBrainz, Discogs, GD3
- Sonos Multi-room Wireless Music System
- DLNA/UPnP compatible devices
- Compatible Music Systems:
- USB DACs complying to USB Audio Class 2
- USB DACs supporting DSD over DoP protocol
- Selected USB DACs supporting Native DSD
REQUIREMENTS
Network:
- Internet connection to access album metadata when storing CDs, Internet Radio, Streaming Services and software updates
- Network router with at least one available ethernet port
- Premium subscription required for some streaming services such as Spotify, Qobuz and Tidal
Recommended App (USB Connection Only): iPeng 9 (iOS), OrangeSqueeze (Android), Squeeze Control (Windows 10)
POWER
Mains Supply: 230V AC / 115V AC – Internal Triple-Linear Power Supply
Power Consumption: 12W when idle, 15W peak
PHYSICAL
Dimensions: 420mm x 340mm x 83mm (W x D x H)
Weight: 9 Kg / Innuos ZENith Mk3 1TB Music Server
In the box:
- Mains Cable
- 2m Ethernet Cable
- Getting Started leaflet
