Hifiman
Hifiman Goldenwave GA-10 Headphone Tube Amplifier
Celebrate HIFIMAN's 10th anniversary with the Goldenwave GA-10, a premium tube headphone amplifier designed for audiophiles. It delivers the delicate, clear sound characteristic of high-end tube amplification, utilizing SEPP Architecture and premium ECC83/12AX7 and EL84 vacuum tubes. A robust 120W shielded transformer powers the unit, while independent low-noise circuits ensure pristine audio performance. The GA-10 offers versatile connectivity with balanced and single-ended outputs, making it ideal for high-end headphone synergy and complex musical passages.
$1599.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
581
/ 807
#581 in Headphone Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
+14%
Above average
Output Power
3000300600321
/ mW @ Ω, mW @ Ω (kHz)
Who it's for
- Classic Tube Musicality
- High Driving Power
- Premium Build and Design
Who should skip it
- Significant Financial Investment
- Tube Maintenance and Heat Generation
- Large Desktop Footprint
Key Specs
Output Power
3000mW @ 300Ω, 600mW @ 32Ω (1kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N)
0.001% @ 1kHz/300Ω
Frequency Response
20Hz - 24kHz, ±0.5dB @ 1kHz
Output Interfaces
XLR 4-pin balanced, 4.4mm balanced, 6.35mm single-ended
Vacuum Tubes Used
ECC83/12AX7 (x4) and EL84 (x4)
Transformer Power
120W shielded
Dimensions
330 x 110 x 380 mm (excluding protrusions)
Total Power Consumption
70W
Features
- Delicate, clear tube sound signature
- SEPP Architecture for superior audio
- Premium ECC83/12AX7 and EL84 tubes
- Powerful 120W shielded transformer
- Low-noise circuits for pristine audio
- Multiple balanced and single-ended outputs
- Impedance matching for headphone compatibility
- Excels with complex audio passages
What customers say
Audiophiles overwhelmingly praise the Hifiman Goldenwave GA-10 as a reference tube amplifier, especially for planar magnetic headphones. The core theme is exceptional sonic synergy. Listeners consistently note it delivers desirable tube warmth and liquidity while maintaining modern speed, detail, and control. Reviewers highlight its ability to create an expansive, holographic soundstage with precise imaging, significantly elevating the listening experience. The amplifier provides robust power, driving demanding headphones effortlessly with tight bass and smooth treble. While the sound quality is superb, the premium price is a significant barrier to entry, leading some to question its value against less expensive options. Those who invest generally view it as an endgame component due to its musicality and technical prowess.
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