Audiophile Tube Phono Preamp and Headphone Amp for Turntable Record Players

Ampapa A1: More Than a Simple Preamp

Ampapa, a new creative brand based in the United States, is run by a young team with diverse ideas and a broad vision. Devoted to exploring design innovation in materials, structure, craftsmanship, and appearance, Ampapa strives to provide cost-effective hi-fi products with unique creativity, amplifying the passion for music.

The Ampapa A1 is a versatile tube preamp designed to serve multiple functions:

As a Phono Preamp for MM Turntables/Record Players: The A1 can easily amplify the low-level audio signal from your MM turntables, phonographs, and other sources like MP3 players, phones, PCs, and CD players, making them easier to drive amplifiers, active speakers, and most headphones.

As a Tube Preamplifier: Equipped with classic JAN GE5654 vacuum tubes, the A1 produces a warm and fine-tuned sound, highlighting great musicality and enhancing details, transparency, immediacy, richness, and dynamics.

As a Headphone Amplifier: With up to 125mW of clear and powerful headphone output, the A1 can drive a wide range of headphones, from 16 to 300 ohms, including popular models like the HD650, K701, DT770, and ATH-M50X.

Customizable Sound: The A1's treble and bass knobs allow you to conveniently enjoy a delicate and smooth sound to your personal preference. You can also experiment with different tube options to further tailor the sonic signature.

Advanced and Considerate Design: Developed by Ampapa's senior audio experts in Washington, the A1 is the result of extensive research, with a focus on design and craftsmanship innovation to provide an exceptional listening experience for audiophiles.

Unprecedented Surpass in Functions and Appearance: The A1 features an advanced, low-noise circuit design using high-end components. Its unique aluminum shell, created through die-casting molding and CNC machining, can seamlessly integrate into any desktop setup, complemented by the warm orange or cool green ambient lighting.

Technical Specifications: - Audio Input: Phono MM, Stereo RCA - Audio Output: Stereo RCA, 3.5mm Headphone Jack - Input Level: 0.775V RMS (RCA), 0.005V RMS (Phono) - Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (±0.5dB) (RCA), Ref to RIAA ±2dB (Phono) - Headphone Output Power: 125mW (32Ω), 62.5mW (64Ω), 30mW (128Ω) - Headphone Impedance Range: 16-300Ω - THD: ≤0.1% - Output Level: 1.5V RMS (RCA), 0.6V RMS (Phono) - S/N Ratio: ≥106dB (RCA), ≥80dB (Phono) - Working Voltage: DC 12V (≥1.5A) - Package Weight: 900g / 1.98lb - Package Dimensions: 260 x 145 x 78mm / 10.24 x 5.71 x 3.07in

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