230HAD

by Simaudio


The 230HAD Headphone Amplifier is an ideal choice for those who love music but d...

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The 230HAD Headphone Amplifier is an ideal choice for those who love music but do not want to invest in a full audio system, or for those who are looking for the perfect desktop audio solution. Whether you already own a high-performance music system and need a top-notch headphone amplifier, or if you just want to maximize the performance of your unbalanced headphones, the 230HAD is well suited for a variety of audio experiences. It even serves as an excellent control center if you have a MOON system already in place.

Based on the sophisticated 430HA amplifier, the 230HAD features a DSD256/32-bit PCM capable Digital to Analog Converter (DAC), allowing it to handle nearly any digital source including computers, satellite TV receivers, or Blu-Ray players. This ensures that it offers fidelity as high as your main music system, proving that you do not need to sacrifice quality for convenience.

Considering its capability and versatility, the 230HAD stands out in the market with its exceptional "price to performance" ratio. It serves not just as a headphone amplifier, but also as a DAC and a line-stage preamplifier, all in one stylish package. This makes it a particularly valuable option for music lovers seeking high-quality sound on a budget.

This product is hand-crafted in Canada, ensuring a level of craftsmanship and quality control that contributes to its robust 10-year warranty. From its multifunctionality and high performance to its long-term reliability, the Nēo 230HAD is a compelling choice for both audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

Features

Inputs:

  • 1x RCA (single-ended) on rear
  • 1x 1/8” jack (single-ended) on front panel

Outputs:

  • 1x ¼” TRS headphone jack
  • Fixed and variable single-ended line-level RCA stereo pairs

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC):

  • Fully asynchronous
  • Four digital inputs:
    • 2x S/PDIF
    • 1x TosLink
    • 1x USB
  • DSD Support: DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 (USB input only)
  • PCM Support up to 24-bit/192kHz (all inputs) and 32-bit/384kHz (USB input only)

Amplifier:

  • Type: Pure analog with transconductance circuit

Power Supply:

  • 1 toroidal transformer
  • 8 stages of DC voltage regulation

Performance:

  • Output Power @ 600Ω: 100mW
  • Output Power @ 300Ω: 200mW
  • Output Power @ 50Ω: 1W
  • Headphone Impedance Compatibility: 20 - 600Ω
  • Frequency Response (audible): 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB
  • Frequency Response (full range): 5Hz - 100kHz +0/-3dB
  • THD @ 1kHz, 0dBFS (A-weighted): 0.005%
  • Intermodulation Distortion: 0.005%
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 115dB
  • Crosstalk: -80dB
  • Input/Output impedance: 22KΩ / 1.25Ω

Physical Specifications:

  • Weight: 6.2 lb / 2.8 kg
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 7.0 x 3.0 x 11.0 inches / 17.8 x 7.6 x 28.0 cm