Ferrum Audio
Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 Fone de ouvido DAC/AMP totalmente balanceado
Best balanced DAC/AMP for audiophiles seeking flagship-level transparency and immersion.
Experience unparalleled personal audio with the Ferrum ERCO Gen 2, a fully balanced DAC/AMP designed for transparency and immersion. This generation boasts a new I/V stage and advanced DSP, bringing flagship WANDLA performance closer than ever. It supports high-resolution audio up to PCM 768kHz and DSD512, with optimized digital inputs including MQA decoding. The truly balanced design ensures fatigue-free listening, offering versatile connectivity for headphones and line-out. Seamlessly integrate with the HYPSOS power center using Ferrum Power Link for the ultimate audiophile setup.
$1795.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
53
/ 732
#53 in Headphone Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
+29%
Above average
DAC Chip
9028
/ ESS Sabre ESPRO
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking pristine sound clarity and wide stereo imaging
- Owners of power-hungry planar magnetic or high-impedance headphones
- Listeners wanting a clear upgrade path for future performance gains
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for entry-level or mid-range audio solutions
- Shoppers wanting peak performance without additional hardware investments
- Travelers needing a compact or battery-powered mobile audio setup
Performance breakdown
Drive Capability
Massive power output effortlessly handles even the most demanding planar headphones.
Signal Transparency
Advanced I/V stage delivers an exceptionally clean and fatigue-free listening experience.
Format Versatility
Comprehensive support for high-res PCM, DSD512, and full MQA decoding capabilities.
System Synergy
Ferrum Power Link integration elevates performance when paired with the HYPSOS unit.
Build Integrity
Robust desktop construction ensures long-term reliability and minimal signal interference.
Connectivity Options
Balanced and unbalanced outputs provide flexible integration for any audiophile setup.
Key Specs
DAC Chip
ESS Sabre ES9028PRO
Maximum Resolution
PCM 768kHz / DSD512
Dimensions
21.7 cm x 20.6 cm x 5 cm
Weight
1.8 kg
Balanced Output Power
1.2 W into 300 Ω; 6.1 W into 50 Ω
THD (Balanced)
<0.00018% / -115 dB
THD (Unbalanced)
<0.00032% / -110 dB
Digital Inputs
USB-C, Coaxial S/PDIF, Optical S/PDIF
Features
- Flagship WANDLA-level performance
- Advanced I/V stage and HQ filter
- High-resolution PCM 768kHz & DSD512 support
- Integrated MQA decoder/renderer
- Truly balanced signal path
- Hybrid amplifier design
- Ferrum Power Link for HYPSOS
- Analogue volume control with bypass
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly celebrate the Ferrum ERCO Gen 2 for its exceptional sonic performance, delivering a clean, powerful sound signature ideal for demanding headphones. Reviewers consistently praise the balanced architecture, which creates superior channel separation and a precise soundstage, transforming familiar music with improved detail. Build quality is universally lauded, reflecting robust, premium construction. While the investment is significant, users feel the reference grade performance justifies the cost, positioning it as a top desktop solution. Many note that pairing it with the optional power supply unlocks its full potential. The core sentiment centers on achieving ultimate clarity and power for serious audiophiles.
Know before you buy
The Gen 2 model features an upgraded I/V stage and advanced DSP technology, which brings its performance significantly closer to Ferrum’s flagship WANDLA DAC for improved transparency and detail.
Yes, the ERCO Gen 2 includes dedicated line-out functionality via balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA outputs. It also features an analogue volume control with a bypass option, making it an excellent choice for a high-end speaker system.
Yes, the device features an integrated MQA decoder and renderer that works across its USB-C, coaxial, and optical inputs, ensuring full support for high-resolution MQA streaming.
The FPL is a proprietary connection designed to work with the Ferrum HYPSOS power supply. It allows for a more stable and cleaner power delivery compared to standard DC inputs, which helps lower the noise floor and enhances overall sound clarity.
Absolutely. The ERCO Gen 2 is highly capable, delivering 1.2 W into 300 Ω through its balanced output, which provides plenty of headroom for even the most demanding audiophile headphones.
Yes, it features three distinct gain levels for both balanced and unbalanced outputs. This allows you to fine-tune the power output to match the sensitivity of your specific headphones, whether they are sensitive IEMs or power-hungry planar magnetics.
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