Rupert Neve RNHP Precision Headphone Amplifier


So I’ve had it for a couple of weeks now and I’m quite smitten. This little amp has such a sweet, accurately resolving sound with the slightest touch of analog warmth.

I’ve been listening through a Bluesound Node 2i, mostly Tidal Master when available, and the sound is the best that I’ve heard in my own listening environment. Audeze LCD-X pair really well in this setup. The detail and clarity I’m hearing are really impressive.

I’m listening to Fleetwood Mac’s self titled debut album in MQA and I can’t help but smile not only by the sounds that I’m hearing, but also by the fact that this album was recorded on that famous custom Neve console (I highly recommend “Sound City” 2013 documentary about the famous recording studio of the same name. So many great albums were recorded there. It’s a great watch for a fan of music.) It truly is as close to the studio recording as I’ve ever been.

If you haven’t heard the RNHP I strongly recommend that you find a way to audition it. It’s a pretty special little amp that can push most headphones (though I honestly suspect that it may indeed have trouble with 600 ohm headphones.)

Enjoy!

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