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Unknown condition makes £187 harder to justify, and it sits clearly above the £156 75th-percentile asking price from recent comparable listings. Unless it is genuinely mint, complete, and backed by a worthwhile warranty, this is an ambitious ask rather than a bargain; around £131 is the market’s fair centre, with £106–£156 representing the stronger buying zone.

The ZEN Phono remains a very capable little stage: quiet, compact, and unusually flexible, handling MM plus high-, low-, and very-low-output MC cartridges with 36–72dB gain. Its balanced circuit, 4.4mm output, and effective subsonic filter are real advantages at this level, and it is an easy recommendation for a growing vinyl system. At £187, though, insist on excellent condition, the original 12V power supply, and ideally the packaging; otherwise negotiate toward £140–£150.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About iFi Audio

iFi Audio is a British hi-fi technology company founded in 2012 by Abbingdon Music Research (AMR), a prestigious manufacturer of high-end electronics based in Southport, England. The venture was conceived as a way to democratize advanced AMR engineering by applying proprietary technologies developed for premium home audio to portable, more affordable devices. This strategic pivot proved remarkably successful, establishing iFi as a bridge between audiophile-grade sound quality and accessible pricing.

The brand specializes in portable and desktop audio components, with a product portfolio exceeding 50 devices spanning DACs, headphone amplifiers, Bluetooth streamers, music players, power conditioners, and cables. Flagship products include the iDSD Micro, Hip DAC, xDSD, and xCAN amplifier, all engineered to deliver high-resolution audio support and studio-quality fidelity in compact form factors. iFi has also gained recognition for innovation in wireless audio, notably with their GO Pods earphones featuring xMEMS technology and their Bluetooth-enabled DAC/amp solutions.

iFi occupies a distinctive mid-to-premium market position, offering audiophile-caliber performance at entry-level to mid-tier pricing. The company sources components globally from Germany, Japan, and the USA, and employs proprietary technologies such as PureWave balanced circuitry to minimize noise and distortion. Rather than competing in the ultra-luxury segment, iFi targets discerning listeners who demand measurable sonic improvement without premium price tags, making it a trusted choice for both portable and desktop audio enthusiasts.

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