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WA22 (2nd gen) Fully-balanced Headphone Amplifier
WA22 (2nd gen) Fully-balanced Headphone Amplifier
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Designed and assembled in New York, USA
3-year limited warranty [learn more]
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Overview
Originally introduced in 2009, WA22 has been an audiophile favorite. New for 2018 is improved sonic performance and preamplifier feature for use with a Hi-Fi system. WA22 (2nd gen) is an all-tube design, fully balanced headphone amplifier and preamplifier. The advantage of a fully balanced system is improved channel separation, more precise soundstage, and imaging. Perfectly suited for the headphone enthusiast and experienced audiophiles seeking flexibility and purest sound.
Updated to 2nd generation in March 2018
Tubes: 6SN7 driver x 2, 6080 power x 2, 5U4G rectifier x 1
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube sockets
ALPS RK27 4-channel balanced smooth potentiometer
Fully-balanced design, Class-A
Power output: up to 1.5 watts per channel @32 Ohms [recommended for power demanding headphones]
Transformer-coupled, Point-to-Point wiring, Pseudo-dual power supply
Phase Splitter for use with unbalanced components
HI / LO impedance setting
XLR input x 1, RCA input x 1
Dual 3-pin XLR (left and right channel), 4-pin XLR and 1/4" (6.3mm) stereo headphone outputs
XLR balanced PREAMP output (<50 ohms)
Anodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silver
Self-biasing with compatible tubes [chart]
Dimensions: 7"(H), 12"(W), 10½"(D) amplifier 25 lbs.
Designed and assembled in New York, USA
Three-year limited warranty [learn more]
Highlights
*Specifications and appearance are subject to change for improvement without notice.
WA22 (2nd gen) headphone amplifier/preamplifier x 1
6080 vacuum tube x 2
6SN7 vacuum tube x 2
5U4G (5U3C) rectifier tube x 1
Quick start guide
*AC power cord and audio cables are not included
In the box
Recommended
Rectifier Tube Upgrade 1
Rectifier Tube Upgrade 2
Power Tube Upgrade
Driver Tube Upgrade 2
