{"product_id":"ferrum-wandla-hp-fully-balanced-dac-preamp-with-headphone-amplifier","title":"Ferrum WANDLA HP Fully Balanced DAC\/Preamp With Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA new sweet spot in the Ferrum lineup:\u003c\/strong\u003e WANDLA HP is a new all-in-one option that's more full-featured and higher-performing than ERCO, and more affordable than the flagship WANDLA\/OOR stack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA one-box solution,\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for music lovers who listen to both headphones and speakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Ferrum minimalism:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced output has been added to the front panel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality 4.4mm→6.35mm adapter included in the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame fully balanced topology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs 3.5 watts into 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range of 122 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used with GoldenSound firmware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANDLA HP DAC\/PREAMP with Headphone AMPLIFIER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully Balanced - WANDLA HP offers a fully balanced, composite IC headphone amplifier design, fine tuned for WANDLA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful - WANDLA HP’s headphone amplifier can output a hefty 3.5 Watts at 50 Ω (balanced).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic - WANDLA HP’ headphone amplifier has an impressive dynamic range of 122 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary optimized ARM chip offers the shortest signal path possible, making 5 chips redundant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour proprietary Signalyst filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary 4-pin Ferrum connector for HYPSOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital and Analogue volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEES Sabre ES9038PRO with selected filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrum WANDLA HP Fully Balanced DAC\/Preamp With Headphone Amplifier Lifestyle Front\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/wandla-hp-front-lifestyle.png?v=1729867351\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHP stands for Headphone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our quest to integrate the best possible headphone amplifier right into WANDLA, we created a balanced stereo headphone amplifier small enough to fit WANDLA's housing and still able to output 3.5 Watts into 50 Ω. On the front of WANDLA HP the 4.4 mm balanced headphone socket is the only output visible, keeping it looks smart. To cater single ended headphones, we provide a 4.4 mm jack to 6.35 mm jack adapter in the box. WANDLA HP is perfect for music lovers who listen to speakers and headphones and are looking for single box solution containing a flagship quality headphone amplifier, preamplifier and D\/A converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrum WANDLA HP Fully Balanced DAC\/Preamp With Headphone Amplifier Front View Angled\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/wandla-hp-angled.png?v=1729867474\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Letter From The Founder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"With Dynamic Digital Filtering, DDF in short, digital filter maker Signalyst, famous for their HQPlayer app created filters exclusively for Ferrum. At the introduction WANDLA HP will feature two special filter options. We will engage with our community to make new filters available, one by one. Doing this we create a new community of digital filter specialists by interaction with us and their WANDLA’s, in search of the best possible, tailor-made sound. This is truly unique to Ferrum, to the category of DA converters and to the hifi community in general.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccite\u003eMarcin Hamerla Founder and CEO HEM\u003c\/cite\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ccite\u003e\u003c\/cite\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnd you also get WANDLA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith WANDLA HP you get all the benefits and features of the latest version of our beloved WANDLA. This means you get to use our Dynamic Digital Filtering (DDF) options with filters prepared specially for WANDLA by famous digital filter maker Signalyst's Jussi Laako, the best configuration of the ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC-chip, the latest version of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-wandla-fully-balanced-headphone-dac-preamp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum Wandla\"\u003eWANDLA\u003c\/a\u003e's firmware and all of its innovations making WANDLA one of the best DAC's available today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrum WANDLA HP Fully Balanced DAC\/Preamp With Headphone Amplifier Front\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/wandla-hp-front.png?v=1729867528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo amps in one housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to being a top-notch DA converter, WANDLA HP now doubles as a premium preamplifier and headphone amplifier. You'll find two digitally controlled attenuators for volume control: selectable analogue or digital. WANDLA kept its truly balanced topology, with fully balanced, composite IC headphone amplifier design, fine tuned for WANDLA and fine power section designs. In addition to the six digital inputs (USB-C, coax, optical, AES, ARC, and I2S), there is one unbalanced analogue input. This input bypasses all digital processing to remain faithful to the highest-quality analog sources. Both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) outputs and a configurable trigger are provided. As one would expect from Ferrum, there are two DC power inputs (FPL and 5,5 x 2,5mm DC pin) to connect WANDLA to the supplied power supply or our HYPSOS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnder the hood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWANDLA HP has at its heart our proprietary ARM-based platform, SERCE. Running Ferrum's software, SERCE processes all incoming digital data streams. Our ARM processor singlehandedly performs the tasks of five chips and creates the shortest possible signal path for the audio-optimized USB, ARC, I2S, coaxial S\/PDIF, and optical S\/PDIF ports. Behind the conversion stage, our engineering team implemented an advanced current-to-voltage converter and an output stage that benefited from their experience developing the acclaimed OOR. Based on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum Hypsos\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e' revolutionary hybrid design, multiple internal supplies power both analog and digital sections to minimize interference and noise and maximize channel separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA beauty to behold, a breeze to operate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WANDLA HP internal design must speak for itself to impress music lovers and Ferrum users alike. We stuck to the supercharged visuals with the hi-res touchscreen display with a super easy user interface (UI). You'll find any setting with a mix of touch, turn, and press within seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrum WANDLA HP Fully Balanced DAC\/Preamp With Headphone Amplifier UI Design\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/Wandla-HP-Headphone-amplifier_ac6d93e0-8872-4496-850a-afeb2f34602f.png?v=1729867775\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum HYPSOS\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, WANDLA HP plays beautifully right out of the box, using the power supply we carefully crafted to feed its unique electrical topology. But its musicality can be even higher when paired with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum HYPSOS\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e power system (sold separately). Using our proprietary FPL cable, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum Hypsos\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e can perform its magic deeper into WANDLA HP circuitry than any other power supply on the market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ferrum Hypsos Power System Front View\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/hypsos-front-view.png?v=1729867872\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnd made to turn heads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWANDLA HP essentially is WANDLA with a great sounding headphone amplifier. It will satisfy those who are seeking more than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-erco-gen-2-fully-balanced-headphone-dac-amp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum ERCO Gen 2\"\u003eERCO\u003c\/a\u003e has to offer but are not ready for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-wandla-fully-balanced-headphone-dac-preamp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum WANDLA\"\u003eWANDLA\u003c\/a\u003e in combination with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-oor-analogue-headphone-amplifier\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum OOR\"\u003eOOR\u003c\/a\u003e, being the super flagship option. Incorporating all great options and specifications from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-wandla-fully-balanced-headphone-dac-preamp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum WANDLA\"\u003eWANDLA\u003c\/a\u003e, Ferrum's engineers integrated a powerful, and fully balanced headphone amplifier at the quality levels that come very close to those of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-oor-analogue-headphone-amplifier\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum OOR\"\u003eOOR\u003c\/a\u003e. As with all of Ferrum's gear, you can reach for the stars by combining WANDLA HP with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum Hypsos\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e. It has the looks, it's all about the music, it's a guaranteed head-turner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn The Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWANDLA HP DAC\/Preamp with Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4 mm to 6.35 mm Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Power Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHD balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.00016 % \/ -116 dB, 10 mW into 50 Ω; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.00020 % \/ -114 dB, 100 mW into 50 Ω \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHD unbalanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.00022 % \/ -113 dB, 10 mW into 50 Ω; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.00022 % \/ -113 dB, 100 mW into 50 Ω \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power Single Ended\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 W into 50 Ω \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power Balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 W into 50 Ω  Dyn. \u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e 122 dB \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHP Output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 Ω unbalanced \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHP Output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Ω balanced \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully balanced, proprietary IC power amp \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS Sabre ES9038PRO \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e  768k\/32bit, DSD 512 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAES\/EBU (up to 196kHz\/24bit, DoP 64)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical S\/PDIF (up to 96kHz\/24bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaxial S\/PDIF (up to 192kHz\/24bit, DoP 64)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C (up to 768kHz\/32bit, DSD 512, DoP 256)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARC (up to 192kHz\/24bit), TV input with CEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI2S (up to 768kHz\/32bit, DSD 512, DoP 256), PS Audio® compatible \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMQA:\u003c\/strong\u003e decoder and renderer (on all digital inputs) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog input Vmax:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9,5V RMS (2 – 3.5V RMS recommended) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalogue input imp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47kΩ \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced XLR; unbalanced RCA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume control:\u003c\/strong\u003e analogue with bypass option \/ digital for DAC operation only \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Output level:\u003c\/strong\u003e @0 dBFS, 1kHz sine 10 V RMS balanced, 5 V RMS unbalanced  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Output level (RED):\u003c\/strong\u003e @0 dBFS, 1kHz sine 4 V RMS balanced, 2 V RMS unbalanced \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eon analog inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10Hz – 200kHz +\/- 0.1 dB \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC THD:\u003c\/strong\u003e -121 dB (0,00009 %); THD+N: -115dB (unweighted) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog input THD:\u003c\/strong\u003e -123 dB @ 2V RMS output level \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyn. range analog:\u003c\/strong\u003e 127 dB (A-weighted) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyn. range digital:\u003c\/strong\u003e 122 dB (A-weighted) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC Output Crosstalk:\u003c\/strong\u003e -120 dB for 1kHz, better than -100 dB for 20Hz – 20kHz  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 Ω unbalanced \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Output impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 Ω balanced \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 W idle (with amp powered off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 W idle (with amp powered on)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35 W max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5\/2.5 mm DC connector center positive proprietary FPL 4-pin DC connector (FPL) 22-30 VDC \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100-240 VAC to 24 VDC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.7 x 20.6 x 5 cm \/ 8.6 x 8.1 x 2.0 inch \u003cbr\u003e(WxDxH) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote control:\u003c\/strong\u003e included  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.90 kg \/ 4.19 lbs \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What makes the WANDLA HP unique compared to other DACs and headphone amplifiers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe WANDLA HP combines the latest in DAC and amplification technology, offering a fully balanced, composite IC headphone amplifier design. It integrates a powerful 3.5W headphone amplifier, a high-performance ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC chip, and proprietary features like the 4-pin Ferrum connector for HYPSOS power. With its ability to serve as both a high-end DAC and a preamplifier, it’s ideal for music lovers who want a single-box solution for speakers and headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What does the \"HP\" in WANDLA HP stand for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“HP” stands for Headphone, signifying the built-in high-quality headphone amplifier integrated into the WANDLA HP. This amplifier is powerful, capable of delivering up to 3.5W of output at 50Ω, which is enough to drive a wide range of demanding headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What is the significance of the fully balanced design in the WANDLA HP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fully balanced design ensures superior noise rejection and improved audio channel separation. This results in a more immersive listening experience, with better-defined instrument and vocal positioning and reduced interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Can I use the WANDLA HP with unbalanced headphones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the WANDLA HP comes with a 4.4mm balanced output socket on the front panel and includes a 4.4mm to 6.35mm adapter in the box, allowing for use with both balanced and single-ended headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. What is Dynamic Digital Filtering (DDF)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDynamic Digital Filtering is a unique feature of WANDLA HP, developed in collaboration with Signalyst’s Jussi Laako. It offers custom digital filter options that allow users to fine-tune their listening experience. These filters are exclusively designed for WANDLA HP, and new filters can be added over time through community engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Can I use WANDLA HP with the HYPSOS power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the WANDLA HP is designed to work seamlessly with Ferrum’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-hypsos-dual-output-power-system-includes-ferrum-power-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ferrum HYPSOS\"\u003eHYPSOS\u003c\/a\u003e power supply. By using the proprietary 4-pin Ferrum Power Link (FPL) connector, HYPSOS can deliver optimal power to WANDLA HP for an even higher level of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. What are the main connectivity options available on the WANDLA HP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe WANDLA HP features a variety of digital and analog inputs, including USB-C, AES\/EBU, coaxial and optical S\/PDIF, I2S, and ARC for TV connectivity. It also includes balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA line outputs, along with a 4.4mm headphone output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. What is the purpose of the proprietary ARM-based platform, SERCE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSERCE is a proprietary ARM chip developed by Ferrum that processes all incoming digital data streams. It replaces the need for five separate chips, reducing the signal path length and ensuring high-quality sound performance with minimal interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9. How does WANDLA HP handle volume control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWANDLA HP offers two types of volume control—selectable analog or digital—depending on the user’s preference. This flexibility allows for optimal volume management in different scenarios, whether using it as a DAC or preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ferrum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47870434279657,"sku":"WANDLA HP","price":3695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/files\/wandla-hp-angled-thumbnail.png?v=1762467617","url":"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/ferrum-wandla-hp-fully-balanced-dac-preamp-with-headphone-amplifier","provider":"Audio46 Headphone Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}