SH-8S vs HO100
The HO100's power @ 8ω is 3W against the SH-8S's 6W and its signal-to-noise 134 dB against 136 dB. Both share thd (0.000%) and output impedance (0Ω).
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AmplifiersHeadphone Amplifiers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$130 - $195
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the SH-8S
The SMSL SH-8S is a minimalist desktop headphone amplifier designed for clean, high-power headphone driving with balanced and unbalanced analog inputs. It uses SMSL’s Precision Linear Feedback Circuit (PLFC), a low-noise power supply design, relay-based switching, and dual gain modes to deliver strong output with very low distortion and noise. It is aimed at users who want a straightforward, high-performance amp without built-in DAC or extra features.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 136 dB
- Output Impedance
- 0Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, XLR
- Analog Outputs
- 6.35mm, 4-pin XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 139.5 × 41 × 84.4 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.77 kg (2 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Aluminum
Key Specifications
Power: 6W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions