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Schiit Mjolnir Balanced CrossFET Headphone Amplifier

 

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BALANCED CROSSFET CIRCUITRY| ZERO FEEDBACK| SINGLE VOLTAGE GAIN STAGE

 

Mjolnir

Mjolnir is the only dedicated headphone amp using an Circlotron-style topology with high-voltage JFET inputs and MOSFET outputs. Unlike other balanced headphone amps, Mjolnir is not simply two of the same amps in a box, with one run inverted. It’s a unique, inherently balanced stage that delivers both low complexity and very high performance.

 

“So what the heck does that mean in English?” You ask. Here it is: 8 times the output power, 8X lower distortion, and less noise than Asgard. Mjolnir is a super-powerful amp, but it’s also quiet enough to be used with the most sensitive headphones. And, since it’s all solid-state, it’s set-and forget. No tubes to replace. No tube rolling.

 

So, what’s the catch? Only this: Mjolnir is ONLY a balanced amp. There are no single-ended outputs. Welcome to the wonders of cross-shunt push-pull topologies.

 

No-Excuses, End-Game Balanced Amp

You won’t find any balanced-to-single-ended conversion or vice-versa in Mjolnir. It’s balanced in and balanced out, with a 4-gang RK27 Alps volume pot--providing end-game performance for a mid-level price.

 

 

High Power For Any Headphones

High-gain amps can be noisy. This doesn’t matter for low-efficiency orthodynamics, but if you have, say, Denons, it may not be ideal. Mjolnir delivers both 8W RMS per channel, and exceptionally low noise.

 

 

Unique, Simple CrossFET Topology

Mjolnir is the only dedicated headphone amp using a Circlotron-style, or cross-shunt push-pull topology. This Crossfet™ topology allows us to use only N-channel MOSFETs, for better matching and lower distortion. It also significantly simplifies the output stage.

 

 

Fully Discrete, DC-In And DC-Out Design

Mjolnir uses high-voltage JFETs running on 90V rails to achieve low distortion with only a single voltage gain stage and no feedback. It’s also DC-coupled at both input and output, with a precision DC servo and relay protection for all outputs.

 

Want to read more about Mjolnir? Check out the FAQ.

 

5-Year Warranty

Mjolnir is covered by a limited warranty that covers parts and labor for five years. That’s 5 years. Yes. FIVE. Compare that to the competition. Please note this doesn't mean free upgrades for five years!

 

Specifications

Headphone Impedance: 8-600 ohms


Gain: 8 (18db)


Frequency Response: 2Hz-400KHz, -3dB


Maximum Output: 45V P-P typ. Into 32 ohms, or 8W RMS into 32 ohms, 5W RMS into 50 ohms

THD: Less than 0.006%, 20Hz-20KHz, at 1V
 RMS

Output impedance: 1.5 ohms

Topology: Fully discrete FET, cross-shunt push-pull Crossfet output stage, no overall feedback, noninverting, single voltage gain stage


Inputs: one pair balanced XLR, one pair single-ended RCAs, choose one

Outputs: one 4-pin balanced female XLR, one pair dual 3-pin female XLR, and one pair male XLR preamp outs

Power Consumption: 45W


Size: 16 x 8.75 x 2.25”


Weight: 12 lbs

 

 

****Available NOW at a special introductory price of only S$1,199 (ex GST)!****

 

Check it out NOW at AUDIO ICONIC, #B1-15 The Adelphi (Tel: 63362362). And do bring along your favourite pair of headphones to audition - you aren't gonna believe how good this Schiit sounds!

Edited by SLT Tech

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Update: 3 Nov 2012

 

For all the bros who have been waiting since 1st shipment sold out - new stock just arrived, available at Audio Iconic now!

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