Apos Audio has released their latest collaborative project, the Gremlin Tube Amp, a compact headphone amplifier that delivers 1250mW of output power for $120. Designed for audiophiles and casual listeners alike, This Class A, fully-balanced tube amplifier combines the warmth of vacuum tubes with the precision of transistors.
The Gremlin’s fully-balanced design that minimizes interference and enhances sound clarity, making it perfect for sensitive headphones and high-end audio setups. It comes equipped with a matched pair of CORE 12AU7 tubes from Ray Tubes, providing immediate access to that sought-after tube warmth.
The Gremlin is also compatible with various 12AU7 or 6922 tubes (which comes highly recommended by the Apos Audio team), allowing users to to eke out even more depth and detail. Users can easily
The Apos Gremlin is now open for pre-orders (to be fulfilled on December 2024) for $120 USD on Apos Audio’s official webstore!
Specs
- Uses 12AU7 or 6922 tubes
- Three-level tube with Class A buffer output
- Inputs: XLR, 4.4mm
- Outputs: 4-pin XLR balanced headphone jack, 4.4mm balanced headphone jack
- Use a DC 18-24V power supply
- Output power: 1250mW @ 32Ω
- Frequency response: 20Hz-50KHz (+/-0.5dB)
- Signal to noise ratio: 110dB
- Minimum distortion: 0.01% (1KHz)
- Separation degree: 104dB (1KHz)
- Suitable headphones: 8-600Ω
- Dimensions: 5″ W, 3 1/4″ D, 2 1/2″ H
