Gold Note HP-10

The Gold Note HP-10 is a premium Class-A dual-mono headphone amplifier, designed for audiophiles who demand superior sound quality and versatility. As part of Gold Note’s high-end lineup, the HP-10 blends analogue precision with modern customization features, ensuring an immersive and detailed listening experience.

Key Features:

• Class-A Dual-Mono Design:
  The HP-10 is built with a fully balanced Class-A dual-mono architecture, using high-quality discrete components to deliver uncompromising sound fidelity.

• Intuitive Control Interface:
  A touchscreen display, a rotary knob, and an infrared remote control allow for easy and precise adjustments.

• Advanced Sound Customization:
  The amplifier offers a range of analogue domain settings for a tailored audio experience:

  • Crossfeed Modes: Four adjustable settings simulate speaker-like soundstaging.
  • Harman Curve Equalization: Enhances the frequency response for optimal headphone performance.
  • Damping Factor Adjustment: Matches amplifier output to headphone impedance for improved control.
  • Phase Selection: 0° and 180° phase settings for different audio setups.

• Versatile Connectivity:
  The HP-10 features a range of inputs and outputs for seamless integration into any setup:

  • Headphone Outputs:
    • 3.5mm jack (unbalanced)
    • 6.3mm jack (unbalanced)
    • 4.4mm jack (balanced)
    • 4-pin XLR (balanced)
  • Analogue Inputs:
    • 1x Stereo RCA
    • 1x Stereo XLR
  • Analogue Outputs:
    • 1x Stereo RCA
    • 1x Stereo XLR
  • Digital Inputs (HP-10 Deluxe only):
    • 1x USB-C (PCM up to 768kHz, DSD512)
    • Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX for high-resolution wireless streaming

• Model Variants:

  • HP-10: Standard analogue-only version.
  • HP-10 BT: Adds Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX for wireless streaming.
  • HP-10 Deluxe: Features an AKM AK4493 DAC, USB-C input, and Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX, transforming the HP-10 into a fully standalone unit.

Technical Specifications:

• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.3dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.015% at 1kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 110dB
• Power Output: Up to 10W
• Power Supply: 100-240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption: Maximum 25W
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 200mm x 80mm x 260mm
• Weight: 3kg
• Finish Options: Black, Silver, Gold brushed aluminium

The Gold Note HP-10 is a state-of-the-art headphone amplifier that delivers exceptional clarity, power, and precision, making it an ideal choice for discerning audiophiles.