The Violectric HPA V202 is a professional solid-state headphone amplifier, evolving from the legendary V200 to deliver reference-grade audio in a compact, desktop-ready format. Engineered for studio engineers and critical listeners alike, it offers a strictly neutral signal path that provides an analytical window into the texture of any recording without imposing artificial tonal coloration.
Massive Dynamic Headroom and Output Drive
Most standard headphone amps struggle when paired with demanding low-impedance planar models or high-impedance studio dynamics. The HPA V202 eradicates this limitation by utilizing a high-voltage internal rail architecture (50V). This enables the unit to generate a staggering 600 mW into 600 Ohms and a massive 2700 mW into 50 Ohms. Such extensive headroom ensures that rapid transients and dynamic peaks are reproduced without any clipping or compression, while an exceptionally high damping factor maintains surgical mechanical control over the transducer diaphragms for precise bass response.
Pre-Gain Staging and ALPS RK27 Precision
A critical challenge in tracking and mastering environments is matching amplifier gain to widely varying headphone sensitivities—from hyper-sensitive in-ear monitors (IEMs) to power-hungry open-back models. Violectric addresses this with a dedicated hardware Pre-Gain system on the rear panel, offering 7 discrete settings (ranging from -18 dB to +18 dB). This optimizes the signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring a pitch-black background even with the most sensitive gear. Volume attenuation is handled by the legendary ALPS RK27 potentiometer, guaranteeing superior left/right channel tracking, which is essential for maintaining a stable and accurate stereo image.
KEY FEATURES
- Powerful discrete output stage with 2 transistors per channel, delivering 2700 mW of power (50 Ohms).
- 50V internal operating voltage ensuring pristine dynamics and zero compression on transient peaks.
- Hardware Pre-Gain adjustment system (-18 to +18 dB) for perfect sensitivity matching across all headphone types.
- Industry-standard ALPS RK27 potentiometer for smooth volume control and perfect stereo balance.
- Rugged aluminum chassis providing superior shielding against electromagnetic interference (EMI).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Amplifier Type: Solid-state headphone amplifier (Single-Ended)
- Analog Inputs: 1x Unbalanced RCA, 1x Balanced XLR
- Headphone Outputs: 1x 6.3 mm / 1/4" Jack (Unbalanced), 1x 4.4 mm Pentaconn (Balanced - internally symmetrized)
- Maximum Output Power: 2700 mW (50 Ohms), 600 mW (600 Ohms)
- Maximum Output Voltage: 18.5 V RMS
- Dynamic Range: > 128 dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: < -100 dB
- Dimensions: 170 x 54 x 228 mm
- Weight: approx. 2.1 kg
