The Schiit Kara ranks #28 out of 46 total Headphone Amplifiers for sound quality. See all Headphone Amps and DACs rankings for every top pick.
Brand: Schiit
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#28 Schiit Kara: $699 eBay
Pros: Versatile balanced preamp and headphone amplifier with a 128-step relay-switched attenuator, XLR balanced inputs/outputs, and clean 112 dB SINAD performance on Audio Science Review testing.
Cons: Substantially larger and heavier than typical desktop headphone amps, and its front headphone output is limited to single-ended 6.35 mm.
| Released | 2023 (3 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Balanced Output | Yes (XLR line out) |
| Device Type | Headphone amp |
| Dimensions | 16” x 8” x 2” (406 x 203 x 51 mm) |
| Headphone Outputs | 6.35 mm |
| Inputs | RCA, XLR |
| Output Power (32 ohms) | 1,000 mW (manufacturer rated) |
| Outputs | RCA, XLR |
| SINAD | 112 dB (measured by Audio Science Review) |
| Volume Control | Hardware stepped attenuator (relay) |
| Weight | 11 lbs (4,990 g) |
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