Valhalla 3 vs Line Magnetic LM-MINI-84IA
The LM-MINI-84IA's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the Valhalla 3's 110 dB, its thd 1.000% against 0.250%, and its weight 5 kg (11 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs). Both share class (A).
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The Schiit Audio Valhalla 3 is a fully modern pure triode, output transformerless (OTL)/output capacitorless (OCL), Class A headphone amplifier and preamp that replaces the long-running Valhalla 2. It incorporates advanced technology from the limited-run Folkvangr amp, including a switchable impedance multiplier for better performance with low-impedance headphones, three gain levels (including no-feedback for high-impedance cans), and comprehensive protection features like delayed startup, fast shutdown, and continuous DC sensing. Designed for desk-friendly use, it runs warm but is built to exceed its 5-year warranty, with a filtered preamp output for integrating into full desktop systems with active speakers.
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The LM-MINI-84IA's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the Valhalla 3's 110 dB, its thd 1.000% against 0.250%, and its weight 5 kg (11 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs). Both share class (A).
The ha25.3's signal-to-noise is 101 dB against the Valhalla 3's 110 dB, its thd 0.060% against 0.250%, its weight 0.78 kg (2 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs), and its height 57 mm against 51 mm.
The Stello HP100's output impedance is 50Ω against the Valhalla 3's 200Ω, its weight 3.5 kg (8 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs), and its height 54 mm against 51 mm. Both share class (A).
The ph25.2's output voltage is 0.7V RMS against the Valhalla 3's 1.0V RMS, its weight 3.63 kg (8 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs), and its height 89 mm against 51 mm. Both share thd (0.250%).
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