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A Digital-to-Analog converter (also known as a DAC) converts a digital audio signal into an analog signal. This is especially helpful for listen to music from digital sources, such as iPods and smart phones.
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FiiO K5

Docking Station and Headphone Amplifier / DAC for Fiio Lossless Music Players

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Docking Station and Headphone Amplifier / DAC for Fiio Lossless Music Players

• Docks / Compatible with Fiio Lossless Music Players
• Expansion for Charging and Amplification
• Three Gain Settings
• Front-Panel 1/4" Headphone Output
• Stereo RCA Inputs and Outputs
• Balanced Output: 2x 1/8" TRS Connectors
• Includes Power Supply

• Docks / Compatible with Fiio Lossless Music Players
• Expansion for Charging and Amplification
• Three Gain Settings
• Front-Panel 1/4" Headphone Output
• Stereo RCA Inputs and Outputs
• Balanced Output: 2x 1/8" TRS Connectors
• Includes Power Supply

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Price: $95.00

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JDS Labs Objective2

AC Rechargeable Battery Desktop Amplifier with Dual Gain Switch (AC Power Adapter Sold Separately)

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AC Rechargeable Battery Desktop Amplifier with Dual Gain Switch (AC Power Adapter Sold Separately)

• Custom Metal Enclosure
• 14-20v AC Input Rechargeable Battery
• 3.5mm Input and Output Ports
• On/Off with LED Illumination
• Smooth Noiseless Volume Adjustment

• Custom Metal Enclosure
• 14-20v AC Input Rechargeable Battery
• 3.5mm Input and Output Ports
• On/Off with LED Illumination
• Smooth Noiseless Volume Adjustment

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Price: $139.95

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NuForce Icon Amp Blue (NF-ICON-AMP-BLUE) Stereo Amplifier

Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

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Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

• Stereo Amp
• Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts
• Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms)
• THD:0.02%
• SNR: < 90dB

• Stereo Amp
• Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts
• Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms)
• THD:0.02%
• SNR: < 90dB

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Price: $139.95

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Boostaroo Revolution R234-TV

Boostaroo Revolution TV Enhancer Audio Amplifier (AC Powered)

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Boostaroo Revolution TV Enhancer Audio Amplifier (AC Powered)

• Headphone Amplifier
• AC Power Supply
• 2 Mini-Jack Outputs
• Compact Design
• Compatible with any Headphone with a 3.5mm Mini-Jack Connection
• Small, Durable Casing
• Black

• Headphone Amplifier
• AC Power Supply
• 2 Mini-Jack Outputs
• Compact Design
• Compatible with any Headphone with a 3.5mm Mini-Jack Connection
• Small, Durable Casing
• Black

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Price: $49.00

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NuForce Icon Amp Black (NF-ICON-AMP-BLACK) Stereo Amplifier

Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA Inputs

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Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA Inputs

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

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JDS Labs C421 (C421 v1.01) Headphone Amplifier

Brushed Aluminum Headphone Amplifier with Bass Boost, Low Battery Detection, Dual Gain

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Brushed Aluminum Headphone Amplifier with Bass Boost, Low Battery Detection, Dual Gain

Desktop Headphone Amplifier • Low Battery Indication • USB Powered Smart Charging • Bass Boost • Dual Gain

Desktop Headphone Amplifier • Low Battery Indication • USB Powered Smart Charging • Bass Boost • Dual Gain

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Price: $189.00

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NuForce Icon Amp Red (NF-ICON-AMP-RED) Stereo Amplifier

Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

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Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

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Grado RA-1 (A/C Version)

A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

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A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

• A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier
• State-of-the-Art Performance and Specifically to Play Grado's
• Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
• High-Current Output Capability
• Convenient AC Operation
• Inputs: RCA

• A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier
• State-of-the-Art Performance and Specifically to Play Grado's
• Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
• High-Current Output Capability
• Convenient AC Operation
• Inputs: RCA

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Price: $425.00

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NuForce Icon Amp Silver (NF-ICON-AMP-SILVER) Stereo Amplifier

Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

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Stereo Amplifier with Two 24W Outputs and RCA

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

Stereo Amp • Gold-Plated RCA and Palladium 5-Way Binding Posts • Output Peak Power: 30W x 2 (4 Ohms) • THD:0.02% • SNR: < 90dB

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JDS Labs, Inc Objective2 Professional Grade Desktop Headphone Amplifier Open Box

AC Rechargeable Battery Desktop Amplifier with Dual Gain Switch (AC Power Adapter Sold Separately)

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AC Rechargeable Battery Desktop Amplifier with Dual Gain Switch (AC Power Adapter Sold Separately)

Custom Metal Enclosure • 14-20v AC Input Rechargeable Battery • 3.5mm Input and Output Ports • On/Off with LED Illumination • Smooth Noiseless Volume Adjustment

Custom Metal Enclosure • 14-20v AC Input Rechargeable Battery • 3.5mm Input and Output Ports • On/Off with LED Illumination • Smooth Noiseless Volume Adjustment

HIFIMAN EF6

State-of-the-Art, Class A Reference Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier

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State-of-the-Art, Class A Reference Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier

• Class A Reference Series Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier
• Inputs: Dual Rear RCAs, AUX
• Dual input RCA’s and Single Pre-amp Output
• (Protection Circuitry)
• 24-step custom made attenuator (volume knob)
• Outputs: 4 pin XLR, 1/4 inch, single ended clamp jack

• Class A Reference Series Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier
• Inputs: Dual Rear RCAs, AUX
• Dual input RCA’s and Single Pre-amp Output
• (Protection Circuitry)
• 24-step custom made attenuator (volume knob)
• Outputs: 4 pin XLR, 1/4 inch, single ended clamp jack

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Price: $1100.00

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HIFIMAN EF6 + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 3

State-of-the-Art, Class A Reference Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier + Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 3:

  • HIFIMAN EF6
  • 3-Year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

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    State-of-the-Art, Class A Reference Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier + Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    • Class A Reference Series Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier
    • Inputs: Dual Rear RCAs, AUX
    • Dual input RCA’s and Single Pre-amp Output
    • (Protection Circuitry)
    • 24-step custom made attenuator (volume knob)
    • Outputs: 4 pin XLR, 1/4 inch, single ended clamp jack
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy
    • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

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    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 3:

  • HIFIMAN EF6
  • 3-Year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

  • • Class A Reference Series Headphone Amplifier and Pre-amplifier
    • Inputs: Dual Rear RCAs, AUX
    • Dual input RCA’s and Single Pre-amp Output
    • (Protection Circuitry)
    • 24-step custom made attenuator (volume knob)
    • Outputs: 4 pin XLR, 1/4 inch, single ended clamp jack
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy
    • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty

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    Price: $1100.00

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    Grado RA-1 HG (High Gain Version)

    High Gain A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

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    High Gain A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

    • High Gain A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier
    • State-of-the-Art Performance and Specifically to Play Grado's
    • Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
    • High Current Output Capability
    • Convenient AC Operation
    • Inputs: RCA

    • High Gain A/C Powered Headphone Amplifier
    • State-of-the-Art Performance and Specifically to Play Grado's
    • Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
    • High Current Output Capability
    • Convenient AC Operation
    • Inputs: RCA

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    Price: $425.00

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    Beyerdynamic A1 (Beyer Dynamic) Professional Audiophile Headphone Amplifier Open Box

    Premium Headphone Amplifier Designed for Headphones 32-600 Ohm Impedance, Maximum Amplification 18dB

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    Premium Headphone Amplifier Designed for Headphones 32-600 Ohm Impedance, Maximum Amplification 18dB

    18dB Maximum Amplification • 2 Gold-Plated RCA Sockets • 170mW Maximum Output Power

    18dB Maximum Amplification • 2 Gold-Plated RCA Sockets • 170mW Maximum Output Power

    Grado RA-1 BATTERY

    Battery Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

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    Battery Powered Headphone Amplifier with Solid Mahogany Housing

    • Battery Powered Headphone Amplifier
    • Operates for 40-50 Hours
    • Works with Pair of 9V Batteries
    • Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
    • High-Current Output Capability
    • Inputs: RCA

    • Battery Powered Headphone Amplifier
    • Operates for 40-50 Hours
    • Works with Pair of 9V Batteries
    • Machined from a Solid Block of Mahogany
    • High-Current Output Capability
    • Inputs: RCA

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    Price: $350.00

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    Beyerdynamic A1 (Beyer Dynamic) Professional Audiophile Headphone Amplifier

    Premium Headphone Amplifier Designed for Headphones 32-600 Ohm Impedance, Maximum Amplification 18dB

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    Premium Headphone Amplifier Designed for Headphones 32-600 Ohm Impedance, Maximum Amplification 18dB

    18dB Maximum Amplification • 2 Gold-Plated RCA Sockets • 170mW Maximum Output Power

    18dB Maximum Amplification • 2 Gold-Plated RCA Sockets • 170mW Maximum Output Power

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    Price: $999.00

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      All About Headphone Amplifiers Desktop, No


      Portable headphone amplifiers are the ideal tool for music lovers ready to take their listening experience to the next level. By amplifying the signal from a portable music player—such as iPods and Sandisk players—a headphone amplifier increases the dynamic range of your music to expose the nuances of a recording. While not all headphones need a headphone amplifier, headphones of impedances around or above 100 ohms will either benefit or necessitate an amplifier. Whether your files are in FLAC or MP3, a headphone amplifier unearths aural detail to give listeners a complete portrait of their recordings by feeding the driver with enough current to move as it was designed. Headphone amplifiers also offer the added benefit of enhancing a headphone’s sound stage, allowing for better instrument separation and placement on a three dimensional plane. When headphone amps are integrated with Digital to Analog Converters (DACs), the overall quality of a recording can be remarkably enhanced. Because headphones can only reproduce currents into sound, any device capable of storing and reproducing digital audio is equipped with a DAC. Nonetheless, factory stock DACs are not always of quality and headphone amplifiers with integrated DACs can help resolve this issue. Often featuring higher resolution and bit rates, portable headphone amplifiers with DACs decode digital signals with greater accuracy resulting in a reproduction that is richer, complex, and refined. Headphone amplifiers in tandem with DACs are an invaluable tool for music lovers and audiophiles whether on-the-go or at home. We offer a large selection of quality devices from respected manufacturers such as NuForce and FiiO to ensure that you will find an amp or DAC that will meet your demands of quality and value. Whether you own on-ear headphones, over-ear headphones or any other headphone type, Sonic Electronix has the amp that will fit your need.

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