Ferrum’s latest flagship release, WANDLA HP, advances their acclaimed 2023 WANDLA Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) by integrating a powerful balanced headphone amplifier. Building upon Ferrum’s successful high-end audio lineup, including the EISA Award-winning OOR headphone amplifier, WANDLA HP promises audiophiles an all-in-one solution with high-end components, designed for both speaker and headphone listening.
High-End Headphone Amplification with Audiophile Precision
WANDLA HP’s standout feature is its integrated headphone amplifier, delivering up to 3.5 watts into 50 ohms. Its 4.4mm balanced output ensures impressive power and clarity while remaining compact. For those using single-ended headphones, Ferrum includes a 4.4mm-to-6.35mm adapter, providing flexibility without compromising quality.
Built on WANDLA’s Advanced Digital Features
WANDLA HP incorporates all the high-performance features of the original WANDLA DAC. This includes Ferrum’s unique Dynamic Digital Filtering (DDF) developed with Signalyst’s Jussi Laako, and the ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC-chip, renowned for its accurate and musical sound reproduction. Additional benefits of the WANDLA HP include:
- Selectable Analog or Digital Volume Control: Users can choose between analog or digital volume control for ultimate customization.
- Wide Range of Inputs: Six digital inputs (USB-C, coax, optical, AES, ARC, I2S) alongside an unbalanced analog input to connect with high-quality analog sources.
- Balanced and Unbalanced Outputs: Equipped with balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, WANDLA HP ensures compatibility with various systems.
Engineered for High-Quality Sound
At the heart of WANDLA HP lies Ferrum’s SERCE platform, an ARM-based processor that optimizes signal paths by integrating five-chip functions into a single chip for reduced interference. This platform supports the USB, ARC, I2S, and S/PDIF ports, ensuring optimal performance across digital formats. Ferrum’s hybrid HYPSOS power design enhances WANDLA HP by supplying isolated power to analog and digital sections, minimizing noise, and boosting channel separation.
User-Friendly Interface and Expandable Power with HYPSOS
The WANDLA HP interface includes a high-resolution touchscreen, designed for intuitive navigation. For the ultimate listening experience, pairing the WANDLA HP with Ferrum’s HYPSOS power supply can enhance its performance, further optimizing sound clarity and dynamic range.
A Versatile Audiophile Solution
The WANDLA HP is designed for those who seek a premium all-in-one DAC and headphone amplifier but may not be ready for Ferrum’s separate WANDLA and OOR combination. It’s engineered to deliver close-to-flagship quality while being an elegant addition to any audio setup, especially when paired with the HYPSOS.
The Ferrum WANDLA HP will be available soon from Audio46.
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