Pro-Ject Head Box DS3 B Ultra-Powerful Fully-Balanced Discrete Headphone Amplifier

Head Box DS3 B Ultra-Powerful, Fully-Balanced Discrete High-End Headphone Amplifier, by Pro-Ject Audio Systems.

The Pro-Ject Head Box DS3 B is a class-leading headphone amplifier designed for audiophiles who demand uncompromising power, precision, and fidelity.

Featuring fully-balanced, discrete circuit topology which redefines the possibilities in its segment, delivering ultra-clean amplification and effortless drive with plenty of power reserves for even the most demanding headphones.

Every aspect of the DS3 B design prioritizes sonic purity, from the carefully optimized signal path to the discreet, low-noise components that minimize distortion and preserve the finest details of any recording.

The Head Box DS3 B offers a fully balanced signal chain for both RCA and XLR inputs, ensuring maximum channel separation and minimal noise. The power stage delivers up to 1500 mW of fully balanced output, thanks to a meticulously engineered discrete amplifier design.

Balanced headphone outputs are provided via 4.4 mm Pentaconn and XLR connectors, while single-ended headphones can be driven through 3.5 mm and 6.3 mm outputs.

A bypass RCA loop is also present, providing easy integration to additional amplifiers or system expansion.

Features

• NEW Class-leading fully balanced & discrete topology
• NEW Ultra-powerful: up to 1500 mW fully-balanced output
• NEW Discrete amp design for maximum performance
• NEW Masterfully refined, fully balanced architecture
• NEW Balanced headphone outputs: 4.4 mm & XLR
• Fully balanced signal chain for RCA & XLR input
• Single ended headphone outputs - 3.5 mm & 6.3 mm
• Bypass RCA loop output for additional amplifier
• Premium full aluminium casework
• High-quality full aluminium control elements & buttons
• Available in silver or black
• Made in Europe

Specifications

• Max Power Output: 510 mW / 8 Ohms, 900 mW / 16 Ohms, 1500 mW / 32 Ohms, 560 mW / 300 Ohms
• Headphones Output: 3.5 mm, 6.3 mm, 4.4 mm balanced, 4-pin XLR balanced
• SNR: > 118 dB A-wt @ 1 kHz
• THD: < 0.002 % @ 1 kHz, 500 mV Input
• Crosstalk: < -83 dB @ 10 kHz
• Gain: 12 dB / 6 dB (RCA In / XLR In)
• Frequency Response: > -0.2 dB @ 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Analogue Inputs: 1 pair RCA / Cinch, 1 pair XLR
• Analogue Loop Outputs: 1 pair RCA
• Headphone Impedance: min. 8 Ohms
• Power Supply: 18 V / 1 A DC, 110-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
• Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 206 x 70 x 194 mm
• Weight: 1430 g without power supply

Included

• 1 x Head Box DS3 B
• 1 x Power Supply
• 1 x Documentation

More Information

• Head Box DS3 B, by Pro-Ject Audio Systems