[TeamHiFiMAN]

Introducing HIFIMAN GA-10 Tube Amplifier
10th Anniversary Model Features Top-Shelf Vacuum Tubes and Specially Designed 120W Transformer​

The new Goldenwave GA-10 is an audiophile-grade headphone amplifier that features the SEPP (single-ended push-pull) circuit with eight vacuum tubes, a linear transformer, and direct tube output. The net result is crisp, detailed sonics with demonstrably improved bass response.

Among the elements that separate the GA-10 from competitive models are renowned ECC83/12AX7 (4) and EL84 (4) vacuum tubes that are found in select high-fidelity, high-priced amplifiers. In particular, EL84 vacuum tubes are featured in leading guitar amplifiers used by some of the most successful professional musicians in the recording and performance markets, adding a delicate element of natural analog warmth to the sonics.

The power supply features a specially designed, shielded 120W transformer that contributes to the GA-10’s robust sound signature, with powerful dynamics and solid bass extension.

The GA-10 boasts 3 watts per channel at 300 Ohms, making it the perfect match for most high
impedance headphones on the market. Conversely, it is also equipped to drive high efficiency, low impedance headphones, including the HIFIMAN HE1000 series models, such as the recently introduced HE1000 Unveiled.

“There is a demonstrable difference when listening to well-recorded music with an exceptional tube amplifier like the Goldenwave GA-10,” says Dr. Fang Bian, President and CEO, HIFIMAN
Electronics. “Like only the best high-fidelity vacuum tube amplifiers, the GA-10 produces warm, sweet sonics that are consistently transparent and neutral.”

Specifications:
Frequency Response: 20-24kHz, ±0.5dB@1kHz
THD+N: 0.001%@1kHz/300Ω
Power Output: 3000mW/300Ω; 600mW/32Ω, @1kHz
Total Power Consumption: 70W
Dimension (L*H*W): 330*110*380mm, protrusions not included

Stocks would be available before the end of October. Visit our online store or contact your local dealers to order now!
HIFIMAN Official Online Store: https://store.hifiman.com/index.php/ga-10.html
HIFIMAN Authorized Dealers: https://hifiman.com/dealers

 

[linknet]

@TeamHiFiMAN
What about driving the Susvara OG if you're a low volume listener (70 db) ?

 

[Forsaked]

I think the power output values are flipped, 3000mW@300Ω make no sense when there are only 600mW@32Ω.

 

[tutetibiimperes]

I think the power output values are flipped, 3000mW@300Ω make no sense when there are only 600mW@32Ω.

Makes sense if it’s OTL.

 

[tutetibiimperes]

Does this operate in Ultralinear mode or are the EL84s triode strapped?

 

[Huntersknoll]

Looking forward to some impressions on this one. Covered tubes would go great on my desk where my cats like to troll

 

[MDKrinkles]

Definitely interested in this as someone who’s curious about OTL tube sound but is also a big fan of planars since those don’t typically mix. The price point on this unit isn’t terrible either. Gonna keep an eye out for reviews.

 

[TheHipsterCow]

Very interesting amplifier, especially being released by a company like hifiman... basically everything they sell is a planar that is 60 Ohms and below (except for their e-stats). Makes you wonder what Hifiman's next move is, go all in on headphone amp manufacturing and aim to be a dominant player in that market, or possibly release a higher end dynamic headphone. Or they may go the tungsten route and create a high impedance planar (though I've found those still don't really play nice with OTL amps).

 

[Menkau-ra]

Can it drive Tungsten?

 

[Huntersknoll]

Anyone pick this up yet that can offer any thoughts?