{"product_id":"woo-audio-es8-fully-balanced-electrostatic-headphone-amp-preamp","title":"Woo Audio ES8 Fully-Balanced Electrostatic Headphone Amp\/Preamp","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusic lovers have trusted Woo Audio amplifiers to power their headphones since 2004. Our pure tube electrostatic headphone amplifiers have served a vast number of electrostatic headphone enthusiasts around the world for 15+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the all-new ES8 electrostatic headphone amplifier and preamplifier. Created with the goal to extract the most performance out of electrostatic headphones while being compact in size at an obtainable price for all music lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar to most Woo Audio's dynamic headphone amplifiers, the ES8 utilizes a pair of custom-made output transformers. The output transformer is a crucial part in converting energy from the tubes to provide a high-voltage output required to power electrostatic headphones. We spent immense efforts in developing output transformers that are low-loss, highly efficient, and to deliver an unparalleled sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ES8 employs four EL84 power tubes, which are wired in triode, in a matched quad. They are driven by four low-noise, low-microphonic 8532 JAN tubes that are also in a matched quad. The tube configuration achieves a fully balanced circuit for accurate channel balance, precise imaging, and a vivid soundstage. The tubes are staggered to give the user a clear view of their warm glow enhancing the enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-aluminum chassis is a precision machine-CNC with a brushed finish that is visually timeless and maintenance-free. The power and output transformers are suspended inside the chassis to reduce electrical interference and the entire circuit is mechanically-tuned for an incredibly low noise floor so you'll hear more details in your music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eES8 is built to last. Every component is carefully chosen for the best sound. The amplifier is compatible with all PRO-bias (580v) electrostatic headphones from your favorite brands such as STAX, Audeze, HiFiMan, Dan Clark Audio and others. This state-of-the-art vacuum tube electrostatic headphones amplifier doubles as a preamplifier. Expanding your audio system to speakers is easier than ever with ES8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully-balanced electrostatic headphones amplifier, compatible with Audeze CRBN, STAX, HiFiMan Shangri-la Jr., Dan Clark Audio VOCE electrostatic headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTubes: EL84 power x 4, 8532 driver x 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube sockets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePush-Pull direct drive, Class-A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartial Point-to-Point wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRCA input x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR input x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR pre-out x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo STAX (Pro Bias) 5-pin EarSpeakers output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum output: 800Vrms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALPS potentiometer and power switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnodized aluminum chassis in black and silver color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-biasing with compatible tubes [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DdsZyTx3CJv9_cG9kVdCGZap-AldiTsvuY4Ms1K_p3k\/pubhtml\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echart\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating AC voltage: 115v – 230v (voltage below 115v requires step up transformer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower consumption: 90w\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 5.5\"(H), 12.5\"(W), 9.5\"(D), Weight: 26 lbs (11.8kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and assembled in New York, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree-year limited warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick start guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eES8 electrostatic headphone amplifier x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEL84 vacuum tubes x 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8532 vacuum tubes x 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*AC power cord and audio cables are not included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woo Audio","offers":[{"title":"black \/ No DAC Cable","offer_id":43840187138281,"sku":"ES8 Black","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"black \/ With PHANTOM DAC XLR 1m cable","offer_id":45655960060137,"sku":"ES8 Black + PHANTOM DAC XLR 1m","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"black \/ With PHANTOM DAC XLR 2m cable","offer_id":45655960125673,"sku":"ES8 Black + PHANTOM DAC XLR 2m","price":3449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"silver \/ No DAC Cable","offer_id":43840187171049,"sku":"ES8 Silver","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"silver \/ With PHANTOM DAC XLR 1m cable","offer_id":45655960158441,"sku":"ES8 Silver + PHANTOM DAC XLR 1m","price":3399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"silver \/ With PHANTOM DAC XLR 2m cable","offer_id":45655960191209,"sku":"ES8 Silver + PHANTOM DAC XLR 2m","price":3449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4432\/6771\/products\/DSC03210_copy_Large_048eb990-e954-458d-b59f-7e2c80638358.jpg?v=1759448092","url":"https:\/\/audio46.mom\/products\/woo-audio-es8-fully-balanced-electrostatic-headphone-amp-preamp","provider":"Audio46 Headphone Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}