This new 3rd gen WA7 headphone amplifier offers a one box solution for high end headphone listening. Measuring in at about 5" cubed, this diminutive yet potent all-in-one AMP/DAC offers a higher power balanced 4.4 mm output and 1/4" (6.3 mm) headphone jack, both driven by a pair of 12AU7 vacuum tubes. This amp can deliver up to 1.5w of tube power per channel into low impedance loads, ideal for a wide range of IEM's (in-ear monitors) as well as being capable of powering more demanding full-sized headphones.
The user-replaceable vacuum tubes can be upgraded at any time to customize the sound to the listener's preference. The class-leading performance ESS SABRE DAC allows the user to enjoy music from streaming services such as TIDAL, Qobuz, Apple Music, and Amazon Music HD in lossless resolution with just a simple connection to any modern USB source such as your iOS or Android device.
This latest 3rd gen version can also be used as a tube preamplifier via the rear output jacks, enabling the user to integrate WA7 fireflies with their home speakers system or drive a pair of desktop-powered speakers, more ways to enjoy the sound of tubes. It also has inputs for use with external analog sources. It's an amazing versatile unit in a compact yet stout package that delivers on performance and sound quality.
Recommended for our Diana V2 and Diana Phi headphones as an easy desktop solution.
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Updated to 3rd generation
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Compatible with Apple iPhone/iPad, Android devices, Mac and Windows computers
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Singled-ended Triode, Class-A, Transformer-coupled
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Up to 1.5w power output (4.4mm balanced)
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Ultra-low noise for sensitive IEMs (1/4" output)
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Tubes: 12AU7 / 5963 output tubes, self-biasing
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Premium Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube sockets
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ESS SABRE Audiophile DAC up to 24-bit/384kHz PCM, and DSD128/5.6MHz
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XMOS xCORE-AUDIO asynchronous USB compatible with PC, Mac, Android and iOS devices (with Apple CCK or Android OTG adapter)
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High-retention USB connector x 1
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RCA analog Input x 1
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4.4mm (Pentaconn by NIPPON DICS) balanced headphone output (recommended)
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1/4" (6.3mm) stereo headphone output (8–600 Ohms)
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Tube preamplifier RCA output jacks (PRE-OUT)
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Anodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silver [coming soon]
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External dimensions with glass: 5¼" (H) x 4.8" (W) x 6" (D)
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Weight: 8.5 lbs.(3.9kg)
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Internal linear power supply
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Global voltage (100v–240v) without converter
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Designed and assembled in New York, USA
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Three-year limited warranty
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