GoldenWave PRELUDE Headphone Amplifier
Best desktop amplifier for audiophiles seeking pure, high-fidelity sound.
This desktop powerhouse delivers the uncompromising clarity of a fully balanced Class A circuit in a remarkably compact footprint. You sacrifice the convenience of a built-in DAC, but you gain a dedicated, high-current engine that makes even the most demanding headphones sing with newfound authority.
$2499.00
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JM Audio Editions
Who it's for
- Audiophiles powering demanding planar magnetic or high-impedance headphones
- Purists seeking uncolored and accurate sound reproduction
- Professionals requiring robust build quality and balanced connectivity
Who should skip it
- Listeners preferring a warm, colored, or relaxed sound signature
- Budget-conscious listeners seeking entry-level audio equipment
- Users with limited desk space or poor ventilation
Performance breakdown
Power Output
High current delivery drives even the most demanding planar magnetic headphones.
Signal Purity
Discrete Class A circuitry ensures a transparent and noise-free audio path.
Build Integrity
Heavy aluminum chassis effectively eliminates resonance for a stable listening environment.
Volume Precision
Premium ALPS potentiometer offers smooth, accurate control across the entire range.
System Versatility
Integrated preamplifier functionality allows for seamless integration into larger desktop setups.
Connectivity
Essential balanced and single-ended inputs cover most high-end source requirements.
Key Specs
Design
Fully balanced Class A MOSFET
Circuit
Fully discrete
Power Output
10W@32Ω, 6W@64Ω, 2.5W@150Ω, 1W@300Ω, 560mW@600Ω
Frequency Response
20-50KHz, ±1dB@1KHz
Input Types
RCA (single-ended), Balanced inputs
Tone Control
ALPS quad balance potentiometer
Dimensions
330mm x 56mm x 260mm (12.99” x 2.2” x 10.2”)
Weight
6.5 kg (14.3 lbs)
Amplifier Technology
Solid State
Form Factor
Desktop
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