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  • Quloos QH1 - QH1
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Quloos QH1

Fully Balanced Preamp & Portable Desktop Headphone Amplifier

  • 14 pairs of FZT power transistors for discrete amplification
  • Switchable between Class A/AB modes Audio Note KAISEI Audio Quality Electrolytic Capacitors
  • MUSES72323 lossless volume program control
  • Built-in battery reference-grade pure power supply
  • CNC-machined all-aluminum enclosure for enhanced shielding vibration isolation
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Quloos QH1

Quloos QH1

Separated Circuit Power Amplification

  • Featuring the high-performance FZT power transistors.
  • Enhanced sound quality and drive capability.14 pairs of transistors in parallel to boost current output.
  • Optimized drive capability for both high-impedance and low-impedance headphones.
  • Delivering detailed and refined sound even at high power levels, avoiding harshness.
  • Producing sound that is three-dimensional, high-density, delicate, smooth, and well-defined.

Fully Balanced Architecture

  • Single-ended input that is first converted into a balanced signal, allowing single-ended input to benefit from the advantages of fully balanced operation.
  • Fully balanced transmission eliminating common ground line and common-mode noise, resulting in more stable sound.
  • Improved signal-to-noise ratio and expanded dynamic range for better presentation of micro-dynamics of music.
  • Complete separation of left and right channels reducing crosstalk.
  • Enhanced sense of spatiality and a wider soundstage, bringing the music vividly to life.
  • Balanced Transformer Less (BTL) amplification theoretically providing 4 times the power of single-ended amplification.
  • Increased voltage driving capability easily supporting high-impedance headphones.

Two-in-One Solution Available for Desktop/Tabletop and Portable Use

  • The separate design where the large desktop headphone amplifier is split into two separate units: the amplifier and the power supply.
  • The design isolating interference, optimizing vibration reduction, and saving desk space.
  • Separate power supply with 80W toroidal transformer , equivalent to many large independent headphone amplifiers.
  • The built-in battery enabling you to enjoy high-quality music anytime, anywhere.

Internal Battery Powered Supply

  • Class A and Class AB Modes Selectable
  • The menu provides options including Class A or Class AB amplification.
  • One device, two distinct sound styles.
  • Class A offers a warm, smooth sound, while Class AB delivers a lively sound.

Note: Since Class A generates more heat, only Class AB is available when using battery power.

Coupled Capacitors Matter

  • Carefully selected Audio Note Kaisei electrodeless electrolytic capacitors are used.
  • Expensive, but they give the sound a refined, noble character pleasant and enduring.
  • The sound is delicate, rich, full, slightly warm, and smooth.
  • Parallel connected with WIMA MKP10 film capacitors.
  • They enhance high-frequency extension while maintaining a more balanced and stable sound.
  • The "rare" sound performance reflects an uncompromising pursuit of quality.

MUSES72323 Program Control of Analog Volume

  • Each of the two channels uses a separate MUSES72323 chip, reducing crosstalk between channels.
  • With noise as low as 0.63uV, only 1/4 of that of the PGA2311UA, it suits both earphones and large headphones.
  • An ultra-low distortion of 0.00024%, with program control analog switching, ensures lossless sound quality.
  • It offers fine adjustments in 0.25dB steps, with a wide range from 0 to -111.75dB, for precise control.
  • At low volumes, the sound quality remains intact, with no left-right imbalance. The electronic control ensures long-lasting durability.

Noise Comparison

Why does a good headphone amplifier reveal more sound details?

  • It's not that the amplifier "creates" new sound details out of nothing.
  • But rather, it optimizes design so that existing details can be fully revealed.
  • It's like wiping dust off a painting to recover the vivid details and colors.
  • The signal might lose details at each stage of its path.
  • From circuit design, objective parameter guarantee, power supply, to component selection.
  • Down to the smallest resistor, PCB material, internal signal wires, operational amplifiers, and soldering.
  • They all have to ensure that no musical note is lost.
  • The R&D phase of QH1 was like a battle to protect sound details.
  • It is this meticulous craftsmanship that gives QH1 its high-density sound.

Audiophile Matching Cables

  • In case that users might affect sound quality with their own signal cables.
  • QH1 carefully selects cables to create XLR signal cables for audiophiles.
  • The separate power supply also comes with audiophile aviation cable s and DC cables.
  • No hassle for the user, just simple and great sound.

Note: Longer or alternative signal cables can be purchased separately.

Available for Preamp Output

  • The preamp output offering the same high performance as the headphone amplifier.
  • The single-ended output impedance: 47 , and the balanced output impedance: 94 .
  • Optimized for active speakers, delivering a natural and expansive sound.
  • Independent volume memory (selectable in 200 steps).
  •  With an infrared remote control for more convenient operation.

Four Input Methods

  • Equipped with RCA and XLR inputs for desktop use.
  • Along with 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced inputs.
  • Easy connection with portable players.

Note: Input and cannot be connected to signal sources at the same time, the same applies to and .

Three Power Supply Options

  • Dedicated aviation connector for the separate power supply, with three sets of analog and digital isolated voltage inputs.
  • The DC port supports 12V universal linear or switching power supply input.
  • The internal battery provides 8-16 hours of clean power for a pure listening experience.
  • All these three power supply options allow for exploring more sound possibilities and greater versatility.

Reasons for a Desktop Headphone Amp to Have a Built-in Battery

  • When mains power is interfered and affects sound quality, switch to the built-in battery for a pure power supply.  
  • No more staying up late just to enjoy clean sound enjoy every moment of music anytime.
  • When testing out different peripherals, battery power acts as a "touchstone."
  • A portable desktop amp enables high-quality music enjoyment at any time, from anywhere.
  • No more overpowering sound from desktop amps delicate and refined sound for small earphones.
  • A battery-powered preamp makes audiophiles' dreams come true.

Built-in Battery Power Comparable to Separate Power Supply

  • Low internal resistance power battery with 40A current output capability.
  • Multi-MOSFET parallel protection circuit with internal resistance as low as 5 milliohms.
  • Using Linear 's industry-leading boost converter in combination with Panasonic power inductors.
  • The battery-powered unit can provide 15V analog power similar to a separate power supply.
  • The full-link low internal resistance design ensures high current output even at high voltages.

Solid Aluminum CNC Housing

  • Integrated housing with 18 screws tightly securing the bottom plate.
  • The high-density integrated structure ensuring excellent shock and vibration resistance.
  • Worry-free vibration isolation, allowing for the safe stack of equipment.
  • Thick, fully enclosed housing with precisely spaced seams blocked.
  • The shielding function, keeping interference completely out.

Comprehensive Headphone Protection Circuit

  • Output DC protection with a low threshold of 0.3V.
  • Optimized specifically for IEMs (in-ear monitors).
  • Headphone impact protection circuit for power on/off.
  • Three major intelligent protections: over-temperature, overload, and DC.
  • Continuously guarding your headphones.

Three Gain Levels, Featuring

  •  Low, Medium, and High gain levels with quick menu switching.
  • Flexible matching for different headphones, easily handling both headphones and earphones.
  • High gain provides up to 12 times voltage amplification, adding vivid and dynamic performance for high-impedance headphones.
  • Low gain offering extremely low noise output, optimized for IEMs (in-ear monitors).

Touchscreen Operation

  • Menu operated via a clear and convenient touchscreen interface.
  • Independent volume control knob for more precise and timely adjustments.
  • One-touch mute for elegant handling in various situations.

Dedicated Linear Power Supply

  • The design philosophy based on the "Always Aiming for the Better" approach.
  • Ample current reserve to reduce power supply impedance and minimize output ripple.
  • Irish Talema low-impedance 80W toroidal transformer dedicated to analog circuits.
  • Independent transformer for control and display, isolated from the analog power ground.
  • LT1084/1033 in replacement of conventional 317/337, to achieve superior ripple suppression and lower power output noise, although the cost is several times more expensive.
  • Philips, Sprague electrolytic capacitors, WIMA , Siemens, and ERO film capacitors.
  • Full-range noise filtering and high-speed energy storage for low, mid, and high frequencies.
  • Pure, low-impedance, high-transient power supply delivers an overwhelming sense of sound spaciousness.

 

A  1.9-inch Capacitive Touch Display
B  Power Switch (Long Press) / Volume Knob (Rotate) / Mute Switch (Short Press)
C  XLR Balanced Headphone Output
D  6.35 Single-Ended Headphone Output
E  4.4 Balanced Headphone Output
A  XLR Input (Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: +, Pin 3: -)
B  3.5 Line-in
C  RCA Input
D  RCA Preamp Output
E  XLR Preamp Output  (Pin 1: GND, Pin 2: +, Pin 3: -)
F  QH1-LPS DC Input
G  DC 12V Input  (Power/Fast Charging, Plug Size 5.5*2.1mm)
H  Type-C Charging
I  Firmware Upgrade Button
J  4.4 Line-in
K  Reset Button
QH1-LPS

A  Power indicator

A  Power switch: Controls the turning on or off of the entire machine's power.
B  Input fuse: In cases of damage, replacement by a qualified technician with precise specifications is mandatory.
C  AC power input: Please make sure that the local grid supply voltage corresponds to the input voltage indicated on the machine.
D  GND Post: For connecting to a ground boxes.
E  DC output 1: for QH1.
F  DC output 2 For other devices, such as the QA390.

Technical Specifications

Balance Port
Single Port
Input Level
2~16Vrms @ 15V
2~8Vrms @ 8V
1~8Vrms @ 15V
1~4Vrms @ 8V
Gain
0dB/6dB/21dB @BAL IN
6dB/12dB/27dB @SE IN
-6dB/0dB/15dB @BAL IN
0dB/6dB/21dB @SE IN
Output Impedance
100K ohm
100K ohm
THD+N
0.00011%
0.00017%
Dynamic Range
127dB
121dB
Output Power QH1-LPS Powered
9000mW + 9000mW @16
8000mW + 8000mW @32
1000mW + 1000mW @300
3500mW + 3500mW @16
2000mW + 2000mW @32
270mW + 270mW @300
Output Power Battery Powered
6000mW + 6000mW @32
1000mW + 1000mW @300
2000mW + 2000mW @32
270mW + 270mW @300
THD+N
127dB
121dB
HP Output Impedance
< 0.4 ohm
< 2 ohm
Preamp Output Impedance
94 @XLR
47 @RCA
Output Level
17.5Vrms @ 15V 8.2Vrms @ 8V
9Vrms @ 15V 4.3Vrms @ 8V
Noise Floor
3.5uVrms @Gain:L 4.5uVrms @Gain:M 25uVrms @Gain:H
3.0uVrms @Gain:L 3.5uVrms @Gain:M 20uVrms @Gain:H
Support Headphone Impedance
8 - 600 ohms
8 - 600 ohms

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