SAP-12 vs HO100
The HO100's signal-to-noise is 134 dB against the SAP-12's 110 dB and its height 39 mm against 22 mm. Both share thd (0.000%) and output impedance (0Ω).
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SAP-12
SMSLAmplifiersHeadphone AmplifiersPre-AmplifiersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$120
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the SAP-12
The SMSL SAP-12 is a compact desktop headphone amplifier built around a Class A/B discrete output stage. It is designed for low-distortion headphone listening and can also be used as a preamplifier via its front output function. The unit uses an aluminum chassis, an ALPS volume potentiometer, a custom power supply, and Panasonic relay switching for signal selection. Available retailer listings describe it as a versatile, affordable amplifier with a warm sound signature and strong measured performance for its class.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 110 dB
- Output Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 0Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, 6.35 mm headphone output
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, 6.35 mm headphone output
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 120 × 22 × 92 mm (W × H × D)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions