Woo Audio WA3 OTL Headphone Amp RARE Preamp Out Upgraded Tubes
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:908745 | Brand: Woo Audio |
| Type: Headphone Amplifier | Model: Woo Audio WA3 |
| Number of L/R RCA Inputs: 1 | Audio Inputs: Stereo L/R RCA |
| Audio Outputs: Stereo L/R RCA | Number of Channels: 2 |
WA3 Bought used for $449 on 4-19-19 with PreAmp OutNEW TUBES I Bought (never powered on) $110
Power tube Raytheon 6080 NOS from Woo $40Driver tubes Sylvania 6922 matched set from the late 70's ($80)Unit is in very good used conditionWoo does not ship with power cord but I have included itAmp sounds amazing (I upgraded to WA2)ORIGINAL Woo Box
Tubes: 6080 power x 1, 6922 driver x 2Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube socketsSingled-ended Triode, Class-AOTL (output transformerless), ...Point-to-Point wiringIndividual filter choke and rectifier per channelPseudo-dual power supplyRCA input x 1RCA output x 1
1/4" (6.3mm) stereo headphone outputALPS potentiometer and power switchAnodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silverSelf-biasing with compatible tubes [chart]Global voltage (100v–220v) without converterDimensions: 6"(H), 5 ½"(W), 13"(D), 10 lbs."One of The Best Audio Buys I've Ever Made"The WA3 achieves the high standards of Woo Audio's build quality and performance, yet it is very affordable. Compact in size, this high performance headphone amplifier uses a singled-ended triode, 'Class A' all-tube-drive OTL (output transformer-less) design for pristine sound quality."The Soundstage is HUGE""The soundstage is HUGE. I can easily tell from what direction all the voices and instruments are coming from now. The vocals (and entire midrange) have superb separation, and seem to carry more weight or 'authority, '" notes reviewer 003 in a Head-fi.org post."Probably one of the best audio buys I've ever made, and I've always been a solid state guy, " notes Audio Enthusiast at AudioReview.com. "I just really like the liquidity of the stock tubes." Meticulously Made Inside and OutThe WA3 is a high quality, meticulously made product inside and out that uses point-to-point wiring throughout its construction. It uses a premium 80-watt toroidal power transformer for quiet, dependable operation. An Alps potentiometer and power switch plus silver plated wires in a Teflon jacket add to the performance.The casework boasts an aluminum die-cast chassis with an anodized finish along with aluminum volume knobs and power switch button. For smooth, rich audiophile performance, you can't beat the sound of vacuum tubes. The WA2's tube complement consists of one 6AS7/6080 power tubes, two 6922/6DJ8 drive tubes.No-Nonsense ConnectivityYou get no-nonsense connectivity with your Woo. It provides one pair of RCA inputs and one 1⁄4" stereo headphone jack. Adventures in Tube Rolling This Woo Audio product is perfect for tweakers who love to experiment with their gear. Changing the sound quality is as easy as trying a different set of audio tubes as an alternative to the tubes that come standard with your Woo. You’ll find lots of suggestions for ‘tube rolling’ on the Internet on head-fi.org and other audiophile Websites. So roll your own and enjoy! Handcrafted and Made in the USA Woo Audio takes great pride in every component that the company designs and manufactures. All products are handcrafted, and they're made in the USA.
Power tube Raytheon 6080 NOS from Woo $40Driver tubes Sylvania 6922 matched set from the late 70's ($80)Unit is in very good used conditionWoo does not ship with power cord but I have included itAmp sounds amazing (I upgraded to WA2)ORIGINAL Woo Box
Tubes: 6080 power x 1, 6922 driver x 2Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tube socketsSingled-ended Triode, Class-AOTL (output transformerless), ...Point-to-Point wiringIndividual filter choke and rectifier per channelPseudo-dual power supplyRCA input x 1RCA output x 1
1/4" (6.3mm) stereo headphone outputALPS potentiometer and power switchAnodized aluminum chassis, available in black or silverSelf-biasing with compatible tubes [chart]Global voltage (100v–220v) without converterDimensions: 6"(H), 5 ½"(W), 13"(D), 10 lbs."One of The Best Audio Buys I've Ever Made"The WA3 achieves the high standards of Woo Audio's build quality and performance, yet it is very affordable. Compact in size, this high performance headphone amplifier uses a singled-ended triode, 'Class A' all-tube-drive OTL (output transformer-less) design for pristine sound quality."The Soundstage is HUGE""The soundstage is HUGE. I can easily tell from what direction all the voices and instruments are coming from now. The vocals (and entire midrange) have superb separation, and seem to carry more weight or 'authority, '" notes reviewer 003 in a Head-fi.org post."Probably one of the best audio buys I've ever made, and I've always been a solid state guy, " notes Audio Enthusiast at AudioReview.com. "I just really like the liquidity of the stock tubes." Meticulously Made Inside and OutThe WA3 is a high quality, meticulously made product inside and out that uses point-to-point wiring throughout its construction. It uses a premium 80-watt toroidal power transformer for quiet, dependable operation. An Alps potentiometer and power switch plus silver plated wires in a Teflon jacket add to the performance.The casework boasts an aluminum die-cast chassis with an anodized finish along with aluminum volume knobs and power switch button. For smooth, rich audiophile performance, you can't beat the sound of vacuum tubes. The WA2's tube complement consists of one 6AS7/6080 power tubes, two 6922/6DJ8 drive tubes.No-Nonsense ConnectivityYou get no-nonsense connectivity with your Woo. It provides one pair of RCA inputs and one 1⁄4" stereo headphone jack. Adventures in Tube Rolling This Woo Audio product is perfect for tweakers who love to experiment with their gear. Changing the sound quality is as easy as trying a different set of audio tubes as an alternative to the tubes that come standard with your Woo. You’ll find lots of suggestions for ‘tube rolling’ on the Internet on head-fi.org and other audiophile Websites. So roll your own and enjoy! Handcrafted and Made in the USA Woo Audio takes great pride in every component that the company designs and manufactures. All products are handcrafted, and they're made in the USA.
