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AVAILABLE IN BLACK OR SILVER.
WA5-LE (Lite Edition) is a single-ended triode (SET), class A tube amplifier. It differs from the highly acclaimed WA5 only in that it is a dedicated headphone amplifier and cannot be used to drive loudspeakers. In all other respects, WA5-LE is identical to the WA5 and offers the same captivating sound quality. WA5-LE is designed around the audiophiles' favorite 300B vacuum tube. This tube provides exceptional transparency allowing the listener to experience music close to a live performance.
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Updated to 2nd generation in August 2015
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Tubes: 6SN7 driver x 2, 300B power x 2, 5U4G rectifier x 2
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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube sockets
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Single-ended Triode, Class-A
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Transformer-coupled, Point-to-Point wiring
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Pseudo-dual power supply, dual chassis design
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User selectable HI/LO headphone POWER
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User selectable HI/LO headphone IMPEDANCE
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User selectable HI/LO headphone LEVEL
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XLR input x 1, RCA input x 2
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4-pin XLR and 1/4" (6.3mm) stereo headphone outputs
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ALPS smooth potentiometer
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Anodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silver
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Self-biasing with compatible tubes [chart]
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Global voltage (100v–240v) without a converter
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Dimensions (with tube & clearance for ventilation): Amplifier: 12"(H), 9"(W), 17"(D) 35 lbs., Power supply unit: 12"(H), 9"(W), 17"(D) 35 lbs.
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Designed and assembled in New York, USA
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Three-year limited warranty [learn more]
The Audiophile-grade premium internal parts upgrade adds the following for $1250. *Available only at the time of original build.
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Mundorf MCap Supreme Silver/Gold input coupling caps. Matched pair 0.15uf/600V
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Mundorf MLytic HV double-capacity electrolytic capacitors, 100u x 3
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Mundorf MLytic HV double-capacity electrolytic capacitors, 220u x 4
In the Box:
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Quick start guide
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WA5-LE headphone amplifier x 1
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WA5-LE power supply x 1
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Umbilical DC cord x 1
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6SN7 vacuum tube x 2
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300B vacuum tube x 2
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5U4G vacuum tube x 2
*AC power cord and audio cables are not included