VINCENT AUDIO KHV-200. Hybrid Headphone Amplifier – Black

KHV-200 Hybrid Headphone Amplifier

The KHV-200 Hybrid Headphone Amplifier is engineered to unlock the full potential of high-quality headphones by providing dedicated amplification and precise signal control. Developed in collaboration with engineer Frank Blöhbaum, the amplifier is designed to drive a wide variety of headphones while maintaining excellent sound quality, detail, and dynamic performance.

Utilizing a hybrid circuit architecture, the KHV-200 combines the musical characteristics of vacuum tube technology with the stability and accuracy of modern amplification design. The analogue stage incorporates two E180F/6SCH9P tubes and one ECC82 tube, contributing to a smooth, detailed, and natural sound signature. This combination allows the amplifier to deliver refined tonal balance while preserving clarity across the frequency spectrum.

The amplifier is equipped with both a standard 6.3 mm headphone output and a balanced 4-pin XLR headphone connection. This flexibility allows compatibility with conventional headphones as well as high-end balanced headphone designs, enabling users to take advantage of improved channel separation and signal integrity when using balanced connections.

To accommodate different headphone sensitivities and impedance requirements, the KHV-200 offers selectable gain settings. These gain options help optimize performance across a broad range of headphone models, ensuring accurate volume control and efficient power delivery. In addition to headphone outputs, the amplifier features preamplifier and record outputs, providing integration options for larger audio systems.

With low distortion, high signal-to-noise performance, and a carefully engineered signal path, the KHV-200 delivers clean and engaging audio reproduction. Its compact chassis, premium construction, and versatile connectivity make it an ideal solution for audiophiles seeking a dedicated headphone amplifier capable of driving both standard and high-end headphones with confidence and precision.

Features of KHV-200

• Hybrid tube headphone amplifier design
• Developed with engineer Frank Blöhbaum
• Dual E180F/6SCH9P vacuum tubes
• ECC82 tube amplification stage
• 6.3 mm headphone output
• Balanced 4-pin XLR headphone output
• Compatible with high-end headphones
• Selectable low and high gain modes
• Dedicated preamplifier output
• Dedicated record output
• Low distortion performance
• High signal-to-noise ratio
• Wide headphone compatibility
• Optimized for accurate sound reproduction
• Stereo RCA input connectivity
• Compact desktop-friendly design
• Suitable for audiophile listening systems

Specifications of KHV-200