10th Anniversary Model Features Top-Shelf Vacuum Tubes and Specially Designed 120W Transformer
BELLMORE, NY, October 3, 2024 – HIFIMAN, a leader in high fidelity personal audio, debuted a new Goldenwave tube headphone amplifier at the recent CanJam SoCal 2024, featuring pure analog sonics that are unique to this model.
The new Goldenwave GA-10 (SRP: $1,599) is an audiophile-grade headphone amplifier that features the SEPP (single-ended push-pull) circuit with eight vacuum tubes, a linear transformer, and direct tube output. The net result is crisp, detailed sonics with demonstrably improved bass response.
Among the elements that separate the GA-10 from competitive models are renowned ECC83/12AX7 (4) and EL84 (4) vacuum tubes that are found in select high-fidelity, high-priced amplifiers. In particular, EL84 vacuum tubes are featured in leading guitar amplifiers used by some of the most successful professional musicians in the recording and performance markets, adding a delicate element of natural analog warmth to the sonics.
The power supply features a specially designed, shielded 120W transformer that contributes to the GA-10’s robust sound signature, with powerful dynamics and solid bass extension.
The GA-10 boasts 3 watts per channel at 300 Ohms, making it the perfect match for most high impedance headphones on the market. Conversely, it is also equipped to drive high efficiency , low impedance headphones, including the HIFIMAN HE1000 series models, such as the recently introduced HE1000 Unveiled.
“There is a demonstrable difference when listening to well-recorded music with an exceptional tube amplifier like the Goldenwave GA-10,” says Dr. Fang Bian, President and CEO, HIFIMAN Electronics. “Like only the best high-fidelity vacuum tube amplifiers, the GA-10 produces warm, sweet sonics that are consistently transparent and neutral.”
The Goldenwave GA-10 will be available in early November at a suggested retail price of $1,599, from authorized HIFIMAN dealers and the company’s online store, http://store.hifiman.com/. For additional information, visit https://hifiman.com.
About HIFIMAN
HIFIMAN was founded by Dr. Fang Bian in 2007 and, two years later, introduced the acclaimed HM-801, the first digital audio player to feature true audiophile-grade performance from a pocket-size form factor. Since then, HIFIMAN, under Dr. Bian’s guidance, has developed an extensive selection of no-holds-barred headphones, digital audio players, and headphone amplifiers that are consistently recognized as the best in class, offering performance that belies their price point, no matter the cost.
For additional information, visit https://hifiman.com/.
About GOLDENWAVE
GOLDENWAVE was established in Guangzhou, China in 2011, with a focus on desktop audio decoders and headphone amplifiers with standout R&D and manufacturing. GOLDENWAVE’s first product was AMBER, a fully balanced headphone amplifier, which was followed by the SAPPHIRE DAC and GA-09, its flagship product.
After years of growth, GOLDENWAVE’s most recent products fall under the PRELUDE and SERENADE series, the former of which includes reference models while the latter is designed for lifestyle audiences. In both cases, GOLDENWAVE products represent the best available at their respective price points.
For further information, visit https://hifiman.com http://goldenwave.hk/.
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Goldenwave GA-10 Specifications
Outputs
- XLR 4-Pin Balanced Output
- 4.4mm Balanced Output
Power
- 6.35mm Single-ended Output
Power Output
- 3000mW/300; 600mW/32Ω,@1KHz
Dimension (L*H*W)
- 330x110x380mm (not including protrusions)
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