I’ve been using an OIDIO cable for a while and like it enough that I’ve just ordered another. Sound good, reasonable price and good quality. https://oidiosound.co.uk/

That’s cool. Be glad when it’s fixed though, as I said before, it’s not a big deal. The sound quality is the important thing and, now that it’s broken in a bit more, it really as an impressive piece of kit.

I use smart plugs for my main system and my TV. Useful to just have to say "Vinyl On" and be good to go.

Yeah, that's the same as the issue I have. I might pick up a smart plug for it then I can turn it off that way.

Another very satisfied customer - I got a Mongrel cable with the 4.4mm balanced plug for my Focal Stellias. Straight away the sound is impressive. Staging is better, highs are bit crisper and the overall clarity of the sound has iimproved. And you get biscuits. What more could a customer want?

Yeah, I’m not really bothered about it. I just find it odd that there appears to be no way to turn it off. It will be interesting to see if it’s an issue with the design or something with my particular one. It sounds great and that’s all I’m concerned with.

Nope, my Mac isn’t in standby. As I mentioned, it stays on even when the USB C cable is disconnected, so I’m not sure what more I can do to see if it’s something to do with the computer. When it’s plugged in and nothing else is, it’s on. I can turn it off at the socket but thats a bit of a pain.

That’s interesting - my stays on regardless;ess of the state of my Mac or even if it’s not connected to the computer at all. I’m guessing it’s either something with the design or that there is something with my particular example.

That's correct. The short way of saying that is whenever the power cord is connected, the amp is on. As far as i can tell, there's no power control, if the USB-C is connected or not, and if the Mac is on or not. Thanks for your help with this!

'Morning, so I disconnected the USB C entirely, but it still stays powered on when connected to the power. It's very strange. at this point, my question is is it something with this model (in which case there are things I can do) or is there a problem with my particular Zen DAC 3.

We shall! Nothing like a good mystery. 🤔

Thanks, but that’s not how mine seems to work. the USB is clear - when the laptop is off, the DAC doesn’t receive any power and everything powers down. However, with external power it stays on, regardless of the state of the computer. Not sure if that’s a difference with v3 (something with the...

Thanks. It's the front lights that are on. As far as i can tell, there is no way to turn it off except to unplug the power supply.

Sounds much more detailed with it - highs are bit crisper. Didn’t notice much difference in the bass though, which isn’t a complaint as it sounds fine. One question though - am I right that there is no way to power it off (except for using the socket) when using the plug? Previously turning off...

Currently using the USB C to power it, but will probably get a Power X for it as well. Be interesting to compare the sound.

I received mine today - that was quick. I’ve plugged it into my Mac and listened on both my AKG 550s and Focal Stellias. I expect it will need some more time to break in, but initially it sounds much better than my Uno. The bass is tighter, the soundstage better and the sound is more detailed...

Ordered! This will be replacing my Uno on my laptop, so should sound much better. The colour scheme is very nice - I've got the Zen Can Signature on my main system and I suspect i might like the new one even more than that. Can't wait to get it.

Hello!   I've been lurking here for a while but thought I come out of lurker mode to introduce myself. I'm a music lover who has been using headphones for ages. As I type this, I'm listening to my Sennheiser 495s. I've had them for quite a whle and use them at work now. At home I have AKG 550s...

Let's see. Was in the used record shop last weekend and picked up:   Carolan's Receipt by Derek Bell. Very atmospheric celtic harp music. Gene Krupaeets Buddt Rich. They were playing this when I came in - I told the customer that if he didn't buy it I would. He didn't. A great album that...