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.

Highlights

• 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
• Dimensions: 7"(H), 12"(W), 10½"(D) amplifier 25 lbs.
• Designed and assembled in New York, USA
• Three-year limited warranty