Experience exceptional sound quality with the EarMen ST-Amp, a fully balanced desktop amplifier that doubles as a preamp with an integrated DAC. The device is meticulously crafted to deliver great sound whether you're using the integrated DAC or an external source, making it the perfect all-in-one solution for discerning audio enthusiasts.
Unparalleled balanced performance
The amplifier boasts full balanced functionality, providing cleaner and improved sound reproduction from your input. The same premium single-ended (SE) signal topology is used, resulting in a balanced output with minimal phase shift, added noise, or total harmonic distortion (THD). This means the sound from the SE output is equal to the performance of the balanced output.
Unrivaled audio power
With the EarMen ST-Amp, your DAC's capabilities will shine brighter than ever. The -Amp optimally utilizes the maximum dynamics provided by the sound source, ensuring that no detail is lost. In addition, it effortlessly drives various headphone drivers, improving accuracy, neutrality, and transparency.
Captivating dynamics
With a dynamic range exceeding >126dB, the device fills your music with vitality, transporting you to the exciting atmosphere of a concert hall. Enjoy perfectly balanced playback!
Flexible preamp functionality
Equipped with SE and BAL Pre-Out outputs on the rear panel, the ST-Amp doubles as a DAC and preamp, seamlessly integrating into more powerful audio setups. Enjoy the flexibility to select your preferred sound source, whether it's an analog input or a digital/integrated DAC.
Durable power supply
At the heart of the EarMen ST-Amp lies a silent linear power supply with exceptional stability. This power supply effortlessly delivers enough power for even the most demanding headphones. The ST-Amp maintains excellent performance even at full power, ensuring that your audio experience remains uncompromised.
Additional features:
- Audio formats: DSD64 / 128 DoP, DXD384/352.5 kHz, PCMUp to 384 kHz;
- Output SE in -SE out: 4V-0.5W@32 Ohm;
- Output SE in - BAL out: 7.75V-1.85W@32Ohm;
- THD+N: 0.0025% (SE in - SE out), 0.003% (SE in - BAL out);
- SNR [AW]: >117dB (SE in - SE out), >121dB (SE in - BAL out);
- Freq. response: ±0.003dB (SE in -SE out), ±0.007dB (SE in -SE out).
