WA6-SE (2nd gen) vs Unison Research SH
The SH's thd is 0.200% against the WA6-SE (2nd gen)'s 0.300%, its input impedance 20Ω against 100Ω, its class A against Tube, and its weight 6 kg (13 lbs) against 5.44 kg (12 lbs).
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The Woo Audio WA6-SE (2nd gen) is a premium, all-tube headphone amplifier featuring a dual-chassis design with a dedicated power supply for improved sonic performance. Hand-assembled in New York, the WA6-SE employs point-to-point wiring, Class-A single-ended triode (SET) topology, and transformer coupling to deliver a rich, dynamic tube sound. It is capable of driving most dynamic and planar magnetic headphones from 8 to 600 Ohms, making it highly versatile for audiophiles with diverse headphone collections. The amplifier uses two 13DE7 driver/power tubes and a 5U4G rectifier tube, with high-quality PTFE tube sockets and an anodized aluminum chassis available in black or silver. The WA6-SE offers dual 1/4" headphone outputs (high/low impedance), two RCA inputs, and global voltage compatibility. Its robust build and refined sound make it a standout choice for discerning headphone listeners.
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The SH's thd is 0.200% against the WA6-SE (2nd gen)'s 0.300%, its input impedance 20Ω against 100Ω, its class A against Tube, and its weight 6 kg (13 lbs) against 5.44 kg (12 lbs).
The WA2 (OTL Design)'s power @ 8ω is 0.31W against the WA6-SE (2nd gen)'s 2W, its thd 0.080% against 0.300%, and its class A against Tube. Both share input impedance (100Ω).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The PA-One's power @ 8ω is 0.5W against the WA6-SE (2nd gen)'s 2W, its thd 0.500% against 0.300%, its input impedance 50000Ω against 100Ω, and its weight 7.5 kg (17 lbs) against 5.44 kg (12 lbs).
The WA22's power @ 8ω is 1.5W against the WA6-SE (2nd gen)'s 2W and its class A against Tube. Both share thd (0.300%) and input impedance (100Ω).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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