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Amp For Planar Headphones When you are looking for amps for planar headphones, you want one with enough power to drive them. Contrary to dynamic headphones which require only a tiny amount of power, planars are more energy-intensive and require more voltage. Look for an amplifier with a recommended range of impedance for headphones. The majority of amps will have this information on their specifications sheet or on their website. AP10H+ The NVA AP10H+ headphone amplifier was created and manufactured by hand in Great Britain. It is a powerhouse that can power virtually all planar headphones (and some dynamic ones) on the market regardless of their sensitivity or impedance. Its high voltage and current output will give you a dynamic headroom that is impressive sound. In contrast to speakers, planar magnetic headphones are essentially resistive loads and thus relatively easy to drive. However, they require much more power than the majority of receivers can provide. For them to reach their 130dB SPL, they need either 10V5 or 4V5 input at 1mW. This is why solid state amplifiers of class A are the best option for them. The AP10H+ features an output transformer which boosts the voltage and a volume matching resistance that is suitable for headphones in 95% of cases. This allows the AP10H+ to provide more than double the amount of power to a pair of 32 ohms dynamic headphones. Nirvana IV The Nirvana IV tube amp has a warm sound signature. This powerful amplifier can drive headphones with magnetic planar design easily and offers a range of output modes that support the majority of headphone impedances. It also has a top-quality external power supply unit that delivers constant current to the amplifier. The amplifier is made in Serbia by Milomir Trosic and uses hand-made transformers that provide exceptional musicality. The Nirvana IV has a single-ended design that can deliver 6.5W of pure class A power. It can drive high-impedance headphones and can handle the HiFiMan Susvara open-back planar magnetic headphone effortlessly. Its bass and dynamic depth are excellent. The Nirvana IV also provides a rich midrange with silky highs and a staggering amount of detail. This amp can be compared to the Auris Ha-2SE as well as the Headonia amplifier, but it's better overall due to its greater clarity and precision with a more balanced sound. When it's paired with the correct headphone, it can reveal hidden layers of music and is very enjoyable to listen to. Its balanced mode is impressive, adding a layer of warmth and smoothness that's hard for other headphone amplifiers to match. Many people who love headphones love the warm, rich sound of vacuum tube amplifiers. They can be difficult to operate and require a significant investment. Additionally, they generate lots of heat, so you should select one with a strong cooling system. The Nirvana IV is a good choice for those who are discerning about their audiophiles since it is able to be customised with a range of different tubes. The Cayin HA-6A is a good alternative for those who want to feel the power of a tube amp but with a price that isn't too expensive. The amplifier is designed to work with a range of headphone types and is compatible with the majority of popular digital audio formats. Its output switch allows users to select from three gain settings, which are suitable for low, medium and high-impedance headphone. It includes a remote as well as an external power source. Dragon Inspire IHA-1 The Dragon Inspire IHA-1 is an extremely high-end product. It was created (and manufactured) by Dennis Had, founder Cary Audio. It has a timeless design that evokes classic tube equipment, despite the crazy red paint job. The IHA-1 can be used with any headphone since it utilizes the 6SN7 dual triodes to drive headphones. It also has transformer coupling at both inputs as well as the outputs. It's also very small and has a smooth signal path, with no feedback loop. The IHA-1 has a full and acoustic sound that we've discovered to be appealing to those who appreciate a full listening experience. It's a great choice for classical, indie/alternative and the acoustic genres. It's also a great amp for pop, country rock, R&B tracks. It may be a bit warm for genres that have lots of energy, such as EDM or Metal. Tube rolling can help you make up for the warmth. In general higher-sensitivity headphones usually work well with tube amplifiers, and the IHA-1 is no different. We tested it with a wide selection of headphones which included the Focal Clear HiFiMan HE-560, Grado RS-1, and Mr. Speakers Alpha Prime. The IHA-1 created a rich and smooth sound, with lateral imaging that was impressively precise. It also created the illusion of three-dimensionality. The standard IHA-1 includes a pair of 6SN7 Russian tubes. It is possible to upgrade it for an additional $100 to a brand new RCA GZ34. The GZ34 is warmer than the 5Y3GT reissue, but it has a more organic sound with ample bass. It also has a lovely response to treble that is sufficiently recessed for the majority of listening experiences to be stunning and free of fatigue. The IHA-1's 3-D soundstage is particularly evident when paired with the Focal headphones Utopia. The heightened sense of spaciousness allowed the Focal's already precise lateral imaging to expand outward and forward, revealing a vast soundscape. Listening to 'Nublado' by Sera Una Noche [MA Recordings, 16/44.1], for instance, was like wandering around a huge hall that happened to contain your headphones. Cayin HA-6A The tube headphone amplifier from Cayin is billed as an “Tube Rolling Paradise.” It's a low-cost portable amplifier that's quite powerful. It can drive planar headphones like the HiFiMan SUSVARA and also sound great when used with dynamic headphones such as Audio-Technica's ATH A1000X. It's also extremely scalable which makes it a great choice for music lovers with a variety of listening preferences. The HA-6A is a transformer-coupled device with matched outputs transformers in order to ensure a balanced output. The power supply is also fully controlled, which minimizes the ripple effect of voltage amplification. The circuitry is hand-crafted with point to point wielding and high-quality wires, resulting in better quality and integrity of the signal as well as transparency. This amp comes with a premium UV meter that displays the signal strength. The HA-6A comes with the option of switching between triode and ultralinear modes to provide a different audio experience based on your requirements. If you are looking for a deep warm, warm, and melodious sound, you can use the EL34 tubes in triode mode, with moderate output impedance. If you are looking for a quick and precise sound with lots of muscle then you should use KT88 tubes set to ultra-linear and low output impedance. The HA-6A comes with an option for tube rectification feature for those who prefer an unison sound. This improves the overall sonic quality of the amplifier. This feature is perfect for users who listen to a range of genres, from hip-hop and EDM to classical and orchestral music. The amp also has an enormous custom-designed transformer that has the highest-quality nickel plating. This makes the amplifier durable and robust. It also has an ingenious current adjustment that matches the impedance of different headphones. Contrary to the Schiit Vali 2+, the Cayin Ha-6A has a bit of a tube bloom as well as a sound stage that's not quite as big or as detailed. It also has a much faster decay time than Vali 2+ and an overall more neutral tone. It has an advanced midrange that has more bass and better detail than the Vali 2+, but it does not have the same amount of extension in the treble.