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WA8 Eclipse Headphone Amplifier / DAC
WA8 Eclipse Headphone Amplifier / DAC
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Designed and assembled in New York, USA
3-year warranty [learn more]
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Overview
WA8 is NOT a portable headphone amplifier. It is the world's smallest all-tubes headphone amplifier and DAC with performance that rivals full-size systems and can operate on AC power or on battery for the best sound quality.
Featuring SET Class-A transformer output for transparent sound quality, a built-in 24bit/384kHz DAC, and easy transportability/set-up, capable of driving high-end headphones of 8–600 ohm impedance, while its ultra-low noise circuitry is ideal for in-ear monitors.
While small, the Eclipse boasts a robust military-grade vacuum tube design rated for 5,000 hours of life. Versatile in analog and digital realms, it offers two- or three-tube operation to tailor the sound quality to a variety of headphones and in-ear monitors. The Class-A, Single-ended Triode topology uses ultra-efficient OCC single crystal copper output transformers offering high bandwidth and low loss. The Eclipse also uses an audiophile-grade ESS SABRE Reference 24bit/384kHz and up to DSD128 DAC, excelling with hi-res music files and compatible with Apple iOS and Android devices.
The Eclipse operates via external DC power or battery for noise-free "off-the-grid" operation. Advanced technology provides steady and pristine power to the vacuum tubes and the DAC, offering several hours of play – and the unit is operable during charging. For the first time, high-fidelity and uncompromised sound can be achieved without boundaries. WA8 Eclipse is the ideal audio system for the home or the office.
WA8 eclipse in gold finish. It utilizes a set of sub-miniature tubes in a Single-Ended, Class-A design.
A heavy volume knob is precious and buttery smooth. 3.5mm and 6.3mm headphone outputs accommodate most headphones.
The 5 LEDs on the left indicate battery level. A sandblast anodized finish is elegant and luxurious.
2- and 3-Tube Mode allows you to switch between 2-tube or 3-tube operations, effectively tailoring sound characters. Tube heat ventilation dissipates heat generated by the tubes.
Highlights
Compatible with Apple iPhone/iPad, Android devices, Mac and Windows computers, how-to video LEARN MORE
Gorilla glass cover to showcase tubes: Subminiature 6S31B power x2, 6021 driver x1
User selectable two or three tubes operation
Single-ended, all-tube design (not hybrid), Class A
Custom Ni Alloy core output transformers
ESS SABRE Audiophile DAC up to 24-bit/384kHz PCM, and up to DSD256 (11.2MHz)
No driver required, plug and play with Windows 10 & 11 and all versions of macOS. Compatible with Apple IOS, Android certified devices, Mac and Windows computers with USB or USB-C / Thunderbolt 3 input
XMOS xCORE-AUDIO asynchronous clocking USB Type-B Input x 1, 1/8" (3.5mm) analog Input x 1
1/4” (6.3mm) and 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone outputs (8–600 Ohms)
Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Up to 4 hrs. of continuous music playback
Anodized aluminum chassis available in black, space gray and gold
Power rating (3-tube): 250mW @32Ω, 350mW @50Ω, 180mW @120Ω, 120mW@300, 80mW @600Ω
Dimensions: 6.69" (L) x 3.6" (W) x 1.69" (D) 2.4lbs.
Global voltage (100v–240v) without a converter
Designed and assembled in New York, USA
Three-year limited warranty [learn more]
WA8 eclipse in black finish.. The left side (from to bottom) shows a 3.5mm analog LINE IN, a USB type B digital input, a power switch, and a DC charging port.
In the Box
WA8 Eclipse amplifier/DAC x 1
Pelican hard case x 1
AC Charger x 1
Standard USB-C to B cable x 1
Quick start guide