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Chi-Fi
Excellence
Ideal for
Indoor Use
4-Pin XLR
Balanced Output
Connect With
3-Pin XLR & RCA
3W x 2 @ 32Ω
Power Output
PAIRS WELL WITH THESE ACCESSORIES
THXAAA-888 HEADPHONE AMP POWERED WITH THE THX AAA TECHNOLOGY
Adopting the certified THX-888 module, the SMSL SH-9 delivers exceptional sonic performance empowering you to access high fidelity sound at your convenience. Moreover, the use of patented feed-forward error correction topology reduces colouration and distortion so that you get to experience pure, natural sound. The combination of THX-certified THXAAA-888 circuit, Bipolar linear amplifier circuit with patented feed-forward error correction topology eliminates all kinds of distortion and harmonic intermodulation.
A PERFECT DESKTOP SYSTEM WITH AN ULTRA-COMPACT ALUMINUM DESIGN
Made out of precise CNC milled Aluminium Alloy, the body of the SMSL SH-9 sports an anodized and chamfered finish that not only adds to the charm but also makes the SH-9 durable. With high precision resistors, the SH-9 takes care of the temperature. You also get a high-quality 256 Bit high precision and low noise 256 level relay volume control with the SMSL SH-9. With S.M.S.L Patented 24W low noise high-efficiency power backup, the SH-9 delivers superb power-efficient performance.
NOTE: In a real case scenario, extra bits are not eliminated to provide more linear volume.
DISTORTION-FREE SOUND AND HIGH POWER FOR HIGH-QUALITY PURE SOUND
With THD ≤0.00006 and SNR >137dB, the SMSL SH-9 ensures noise/distortion-free sound for the best possible music listening. This incredible Amp comes with a function knob, display, RCA input, balanced stereo line input and an IR receiver and also supports 6.35mm output and a balanced RCA input and a 3-Pin XLR balanced output. It can produce power of up 6 Watts into 16 Ohm, 3 Watts into 32 Ohm Headphones and comes with 2 positions with switchable gain control. The thermal protection on the Amp protects DC, over-voltage, over-current and short-circuit.
| INPUTS | Balanced x1, Unbalanced x1 |
| OUTPUTS | Balanced x1, Unbalanced x1 |
| OUTPUT POWER | 6W x 2 (16Ω) 3W x 2 (32Ω) 440 mW x 2 (300Ω) 220 mW x 2 (600Ω) |
| SNR | 137dB, A-Weighted |
| REMAINING NOISE | 1.9uV, A-Weighted |
| THD+N | -123dB, 0.00006% (A-weighted) |
| THD+N | -117dB, 0.00013% (20-20 kHz, 32Ω, -3dB) |
| THD | -125, 0.00006% (1 kHz, 16Ω, -3dB) |
| INPUT IMPEDANCE | 47kΩ |
| OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | Near 0Ω |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 0.1Hz-500kHz (-3dB) |
| GAIN | Low (+0dB), High (+10dB) |
| VOLTAGE & FREQUENCY | AC100-240V, 50-60 Hz |
| ENERGY CONSUMPTION | 24W |
| STANDBY POWER | <0.1W |
| DIMENSIONS | 187.5x154x40(mm) |
| PACKAGING DIMENSIONS | 282x232x79(mm) |
| WEIGHT | 790g |
| BOX CONTENTS | 1. S.M.S.L SH-9 THX AAA-888 Balanced Headphone Amp |
| 2. Remote Control |
| GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
| IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
| NET QUANTITY | 1 |
1 Year Warranty
Don't sweat it, this S.M.S.L - SH-9 comes with a warranty
from S.M.S.L that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
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Gold Award
Soundnews.net
Dec, 2020
"Amazing amplifier. The SH-9 is very well built and it has unique features such as a screen and a remote. It offers killer price to performance ratio when you include the feature set into the equation."
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"SH-9 had much better volume control that gives it perfect volume matching down to the lowest setting. The noise floor is excellent on that THX amp with an incredibly smooth yet linear signal."
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"SMSL SH-9 carries the highest performing THX-AAA-888 modules, some of the best relay-controlled volume pots, it offers plenty of power even for the most demanding headphones."
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"This is another winner in my book from SMSL and I definitely recommend the SH-9! All my headphones performed outstandingly and my sensitive iems didn’t pick up any noise which was fantastic!"
Read MoreCustomer Reviews
I didn't have much confusion to buy sh-9 due to the following 3 reasons
1. I had SMSL SU-8 V2
I own SMSL SU-8 V2 dac for my stereo setup, which was connected through RCA to my stereo amp, SH-9 has XLR input so no hassles of connecting & disconnecting the cable for stereo and headphone setup
2. Remote
I needed remote. That's it! I think this is the amp with remote in that price segment. I have a 3m stock cable of my HD650 which is very convenient to listen to, from my easy chair with the handy remote to control both SU-8 & SH-9(Yes! one remote for both the devices). I can't think of sitting straight in my desktop setup & increasing or decreasing the volume for each song by hand manually (if it is a non remote version amp). I believe that the inconvenience in our physical posture while listening will lead to less listening time even though the sound quality is good. Paying this huge money on headphone setup & if we are not listening frequently then the price paid is not utilized to it's full efficiency. So I think the comfort while listening is of prime importance
3. The Sound Quality
I have a portable amp - ifi hip dac & then this desktop amp - sh-9. So I cannot give the comparison with other amps. But I like the sh-9 more than the portable hip dac which is obvious for the price. And also going with the online reviews, sh-9 has good reviews except for the more output power when compared to topping a30 pro, a90 & modius (a90 is double the price & modius is unavailable in india - as far as I know these are the competitors for sh-9 in this price range)
Now, My experience after buying it -
It was an easy setup since I had already bought an xlr pair for around 700Rs before sh-9 arrival. I just connected it with my su-8 and played hi res songs for my sennheiser HD650. That's it! I was playing one song after another. It was a great experience. The sound is crystal clear and enjoyable.
I was hesitant to spend 25k for an headphone amp for nearly a month. I was skeptical whether this is worth it. But after listening it I don't regret my purchase at all.
TO Headphonezone Team,
Thank you Headphone Zone for caring for the small group of people who care about good music known as audiophiles whom are not cared by the prominent e-commerce sites in India. If you were not there we would be shipping items from other countries without proper warranty and paying additional money for customs. Only Request is BRING BACK SCHIIT AUDIO TO INDIA.
Hi Rajesh,
We are so happy you took out time & elaborately reviewed the product. We are sure this will help our customers to make an even better & informed decision.
Bought this as an backup to my A30 Pro. Performs on similar levels in terms of audio. Nothing to be critical of. If you want a transparent AMP that does its job well. Here you go.