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HIFIMAN EF-2A

Vacuum Tube Driven Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC

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• Vacuum Tube Headphone Amp/DAC
• Uses 2 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
• Burr Brown PCM2702 DAC
• 2 Rear Inputs & Front 1/4" Headphone Jack
• Dimensions: 5-11/16" W x 4-1/4" D x 3-1/8" H

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HIFIMAN EF2A Hybrid Vacuum Tube/USB DAC Headphone Amplifier

The HIFIMAN EF2A Headphone Amplifier Offers an Incredible Listening Experience

Plug the HiFiMAN EF2A into one of your computer's USB ports and prepare to be impressed. This compact digital-to-analog converter/headphone amp bypasses your computer's built-in DAC and audio circuitry — processing your digital music files outside the noisy environment of your computer for far better sound quality. The EF2A's vacuum tube headphone amplifier brings your tunes to life, imparting smoothness and clarity. You'll hear more dynamics and detail that you can really savor on your headphones. The EF2A also includes an analog audio input so you can enjoy improvements in sound with another music source. This is one component that looks so cool, you'll absolutely want to show it off on your desktop.


General Features:

  • Compact desktop headphone amplifier/DAC
  • Provides significantly more dynamics and detail to your headphones
  • Utilizes two 6J1 vacuum tubes for the amplifier input stage
    • Injects smoothness and clarity into your music to really bring it to life
  • Burr Brown PCM2702 digital-to-analog converter provides exceptional sound quality
  • Rear USB input allows you to connect to your computer and bypass the built-in DAC and audio circuitry
  • Rear stereo RCA audio input allows you to enjoy your music from other audio sources
  • Full size front stereo headphone output
  • Rotary volume control
  • Sleek, durable metal chassis
  • Acrylic top panel
  • External power supply included
  • Dimensions: 5-11/16"W x 4-1/4"D x 3-1/8"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Specifications:

  • Input Impedance: 47,000 ohm
  • Output Impedance: 32-300 ohm
  • Output:
    • @ 32 Ohm: 3 v, 320 mw
    • @ 150 Ohm: 6.2 v, 256
  • Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 95dB
  • Distortion: 0.2%

What's in the Box?

  • HIFIMAN EF-2A Headphone Amplifier/DAC
  • Two 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
  • AC Power Adapter
  • 5' USB Cable
  • User Guide

Note: HiFiMAN products can only be shipped to customers in the United States

Product history:

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Specifications & Details


Headphone Amplifier Specifications
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
Built-in
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz
Input Connection
Stereo RCA
Input Impedance
47000 ohm
Output Connection
1/4" Plug
Number of Outputs
1
Output Power
320 mW
Output Impedance
32 ohm
Width
5-11/16"
Height
3-1/8"
Depth
4-1/4"
Amplifier Style
Desktop
Warranty and Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration
1 year
Labor Warranty Duration
1 year
Warranty Provider
Manufacturer

Item Details


Manufacturer:

Model Number:

EF-2A

Weight:

3.20lbs

Internal SKU:

ef2a

Internal Product ID:

95605

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