WA5-LE (Lite Edition) is a single-ended triode (SET), class A tube amplifier. It differs from the highly acclaimed WA5 only in that it is a dedicated headphone amplifier and cannot be used to drive loudspeakers. In all other respects, WA5-LE is identical to the WA5 and offers the same captivating sound quality. WA5-LE is designed around the audiophiles’ favorite 300B vacuum tube. This tube provides exceptional transparency allowing the listener to experience music close to a live performance.

• Updated to 2nd generation in August 2015

• Tubes: 6SN7 driver x 2, 300B power x 2, 5U4G rectifier x 2

• Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube sockets

• Single-ended Triode, Class-A

• Transformer-coupled, Point-to-Point wiring

• Pseudo-dual power supply, dual chassis design

• User selectable HI/LO headphone POWER

• User selectable HI/LO headphone IMPEDANCE

• User selectable HI/LO headphone LEVEL

• XLR input x 1, RCA input x 2

• 4-pin XLR and 1/4″ (6.3mm) stereo headphone outputs

• ALPS smooth potentiometer

• Anodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silver

• Self-biasing with compatible tubes [chart]

• Global voltage (100v–240v) without a converter

• Dimensions (with tube & clearance for ventilation): Amplifier: 12″(H), 9″(W), 17″(D) 35 lbs., Power supply unit: 12″(H), 9″(W), 17″(D) 35 lbs.

• Designed and assembled in New York, USA

• Three-year limited warranty [learn more]