FIDELICE by Rupert Neve Designs RNHP Headphone Amplifier

Description

For the ultimate sound quality, the headphone amplifier is just as important as the headphones themselves. There are many on the market with "compromise" components in terms of quality, headroom, and power supply. Rupert Neve, along with his team, developed the Precision Headphone Amplifier precisely to fill these gaps. The Fidelice Precision Headphone Amplifier is a 24V headphone amp with specially calibrated inputs, housed in a beautiful aluminum and mahogany chassis, and based on the output circuits of the acclaimed 5060 desktop mixer. Highest quality performance and the ability to drive any pair of headphones without compromise: the Precision Headphone Amplifier allows you to enjoy music with a new level of sonic clarity.Dedicated Amplifiers vs. Integrated AmplifiersFor many pro audio and hi-fi devices, the headphone output is a secondary addition. This leads to compromised sound quality and often inadequate power supplies that can generate a series of problems: low headroom, unreliable performance, and a lack of sonic focus. The Precision Headphone Amplifier was designed to achieve a simple goal: to make every headphone sound its best. The Precision Headphone Amplifier is a dedicated project, custom-designed to offer extremely high quality and powerful amplification with precise calibration for each input source. This exceptional level of quality allows the listener to fully appreciate the depth and detail of recordings. This can help the artist deliver the best possible performance, the recording engineer make the best microphone choices, and the mix engineer make the correct dynamic processing and equalization choices.Calibrated Inputs for All InstrumentsIn addition to the ability to drive a wide variety of headphones without sacrificing performance, the Precision Headphone Amplifier can receive an extended variety of signals thanks to its three inputs: balanced line at +4dBu, unbalanced RCA, and 3.5mm (1/8”), each perfectly calibrated to achieve optimal level and impedance.For more technical details, you can consult the product manual at this linkMaximum Input Levels"A" XLR I/P: +22.8 dBu @1kHz"B" RCA I/P: +14.7dBu @1kHz,"C" 3.5mm I/P: +3.3dBu @1kHzOutput PowerMeasured with typical headphones Z=44 Ω: 3.617 VAC RMS @1kHz = 300mW RMS16 Ω typical load: 1.933 VAC RMS @1kHz = 230mW RMS150 Ω typical load: 5.108 VAC RMS @1kHz = 175mW RMSOutput Impedance.08 Ω @ 1KHz, 16-150 Ω load, 0dBu inputFrequency Response+/- .2dB from 10Hz to 120KHzNoiseMeasured with typical headphones, Z=44 Ω, BW 22Hz – 22kHz"A" XLR Input: -101.9dBV,"B" RCA Input: -100.9dBV"C" 3.5mm Input: -88.8dBVDimensions6.5” width x 4.6” depth and 1.9” heightPower Requirements24VDC @ 0.25Amp (6 watts) minimum. Can also be used with a dedicated 24BV battery.