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HeadAmp GS-X MK2 | Balanced Headphone Amplifier
$2,995.00
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HeadAmp Blue Hawaii SE | Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier
$7,495.00

HeadAmp GS-X MK2 | Balanced Headphone Amplifier

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HeadAmp's flagship amplifier for dynamic and planar magnetic headphones, the GS-X Mk2

  • Pre-amp function with switch
  • Includes DACT 24-step attenuator volume control
  • Pairs great with both sensitive and hard-to-drive headphones or IEMs
  • True HeadAmp original with classy fit & finish and high-end quality

Bloom's Take

You won't find a faster, cleaner, more transparent sound in an amp than you will in HeadAmp's GS-X Mk2, regardless of the headphones paired with it. The GS-X is designed to provide the same high-tier performance whether you're listening with sensitive IEMs, power-hungry planar magnetics, or low-efficiency, high-impedance headphones. The extra low-noise transistors, careful component pairing, and adjustable gain setting combine to provide your entire collection of headphones just what they demand.

From HeadAmp

GS-X MK2 is HeadAmp's flagship amplifier for dynamic and planar magnetic headphones. With a circuit that has evolved and matured over a 15-year period, the GS-X MK2 is the most powerful, linear, and transparent amplifier that we have ever produced. Pushing up to 6W of class-A power into balanced headphones, the GS-X MK2 can tame the toughest headphone loads on the market, while its' low-noise circuitry delivers an equally brilliant performance with sensitive in-ear monitors.

In addition, the GS-X MK2 makes a fine preamp for your stereo speaker system. With its' high input impedance, low output impedance, multiple I/O options, 3-way gain control, and precise volume control, the GS-X MK2 can fit into almost any stereo rig, and provide the same wonderfully transparent sound output that it does with headphones.

The GS-X MK2 is a carefully handcrafted piece of audio equipment, with painstakingly matched components, and the highest standards for build quality in the business. Every GS-X MK2 is tested extensively throughout the build process, as well as before, and after an extensive burn-in process to ensure the best possible performance.

All GS-X MK2 units ship with the DACT 24-step attenuator volume control.

Please note: these photos show the polished finish - we will update this page with the satin finish photos as soon as possible.

HeadAmp Blue Hawaii SE | Electrostatic Headphone Amplifier

$7,495.00 Save $-7,495.00
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HeadAmp's Flagship Special Edition Electrostatic Headphone Amp the Blue Hawaii SE

  • Available with DACT 24-STEP or upgraded ALPS RK50 STEPLESS volume controls
  • (x4) EL34/6CA7 vacuum tubes
  • (x1) XLR and (x2) RCA inputs, (x2) Stax Pro Bias (580V) headphone jacks
  • Beautiful aesthetics and premium, detailed sound

Bloom's Take

There is simply no other amp on the market capable of providing electrostatic headphones with the accuracy, drive, detail, and control of the Blue Hawaii SE. When paired with popular EST headphones such as the Dan Clark Audio Voce, Stax SR-009S or SR-007MkII, the headphones come alive with detail, transparency, and bass control unachievable by lesser amps. With natural musicality, texture, tone, and more power on tap than any other commercial EST headphone amp, the Blue Hawaii SE can easily find a place in your audio system. It truly is the Electrostatic king of amplifiers.

Read our full review.

The Electrostatic Workhorse

The Blue Hawaii SE is a flagship HeadAmp product and based on over a decade's experience building electrostatic headphone amplifiers, it is designed not only to power the toughest headphone loads on the market, but to do so for a lifetime. No expense was spared in the design and build of the Blue Hawaii SE, and every amplifier is tested extensively throughout the build process, as well as before, and after an extensive burn-in process to ensure the best possible performance.

HeadAmp Blue Hawaii SE on wood desk with attached headphones on stands

Options

The Blue Hawaii SE is available with two volume control options. The first is a 24-level step attenuator, providing perfect channel matching at each possible volume level. For those who desire infinitely granular volume control, we offer the ALPS RK50 potentiometer, the highest-grade part of its kind, which gives you the freedom to set the volume precisely without compromising sound quality.

HeadAmp Blue Hawaii SE satin grey highlighting volume control and aluminum spike feet

There are also two options for feet on the Blue Hawaii SE. The precisely machined and finished aluminum spike feet match the accent color of the front panels ad tube rings, and are compatible with various audiophile isolation platforms. We also include a set of rubber feet that offer different isolation characteristics, and a non-mar option for delicate surfaces.

HeadAmp Blue Hawaii SE with detached headphones on wood stand

Specifications

  • Type: Low noise dual JFET input
  • (x4) EL34/6CA7 vacuum tube output
  • Frequency Response: 5Hz-20KHz +/- 0.3dB
  • THD: 0.003% @ 1KHz/100VRMS C
  • Gain: 54dB (500x)
  • Input Impedance: 50K Ω
  • Output Voltage: 1600V peak-to-peak
  • Line Voltage: 115/120V
  • Power Consumption: 180W
  • Inputs: (x1) XLR, (x2) RCA
  • Outputs:
    • (x2) Stax Pro Bias (580V) headphone jacks
    • (x1) XLR, (x1) RCA loop output
  • Dimensions:
    • Amp with tubes (W x D x H): 15.5" (394mm) x 13.5" (343mm) x 8.5" (216mm)
    • Power Supply (W x D x H): 7.7" (195mm) x 12.5" (317mm) x 4.5" (114mm)
  • Weight:
    • Amp: 14lb (6.4Kg)
    • Power Supply: 17lb (7.7Kg)
  • Power Cable (connects PS to amp): 4' (1.2m)
  • HeadAmp 3 Year Warranty