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9 November 2024

GLENSOUND HEADPHONE AMPLIFIERS

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A range of headphone amplifiers with and without Dante audio input, from Glensound. Designed for use in studio or broadcast, this range includes headphone amplifiers can be portable, desk or permanently wall mounted.

VIRGIL Series - Dante

Ordering note: The standard versions of Virgil headphone amplifiers listed below feature a front panel pot range of -20 to +10dB. The same units can be ordered as a special order with a pot range of -70 to +10dB. Please contact our Sales team for more information.


Virgil - Install

Powered over PoE, Glensound Virgil studio headphone amplifier with Dante audio inputs is designed for permanent install into studio, production room, or stadium commentary box. Two audio channels can be received from a Dante network with one sent to the left and the other to the right channel of the headphone amplifier. A volume pot on the front facing panel allows the user to determine the audio level send to the headphones. As the volume pot allows adjustment from -20 to +10dB it’s worth noting the audio signals will never be turned completely off. Instead they can always be heard, at worst at low volume, so that important announcements aren’t missed. If the user wishes to have the volume turned off, a hardware soldering job can be done on the internal PCB. Otherwise a -70 to +10dB version can be purchased as a special order item.

The rear facing panel houses RJ45 network connection for Dante audio and PoE, and a dual purpose 5V USB socket that can be used to power the Virgil from a compatible USB power adapter, or upload new firmware if required.

The front facing panel of the headphone amplifier features the rotary volume controller, 6.35mm and 3.5mm headphone jack outputs, and ‘bright’ blue LED signifying power.

Headphone impedance: 32 – 1000ohms. Maximum output level: +15.8dB, into 600ohms. Front panel pot range: -20 to + 10dB, standard. Frequency response: greater than -0.1dB at 20Hz to 22kHz. Distortion: less than 0.008%, 1kHz. Noise: less than -73dB, 22Hz to 22kHz. Output power: 1w. Power consumption: 2 watts, maximum. Dante sample frequency: Up to 96kHz. Resolution: 24bit. Line up: 0dBu = -18dBFs. Dimensions (WxHxD): 86.61 x 32.23 x 104.31mm. Weight: 220g


Virgil BC - Portable

Glensound Virgil BC has the same feature set and specifications as Virgil, however it is designed to be portable and has a belt clip mounted to the underside. Three mounting holes are still provided should the user wish to mount under a desktop surface.

Headphone impedance: 32 – 1000ohms. Maximum output level: +15.8dB, into 600ohms. Front panel pot range: -20 to + 10dB, standard. Frequency response: greater than -0.1dB at 20Hz to 22kHz. Distortion: less than 0.008%, 1kHz. Noise: less than -73dB, 22Hz to 22kHz. Output power: 1w. Power consumption: 2 watts, maximum. Dante sample frequency: Up to 96kHz. Resolution: 24bit. Line up: 0dBu = -18dBFs. Dimensions (WxHxD): 86.61 x 32.23 x 104.31mm. Weight: 220g


Virgil OB - Robust housing

Virgil OB also has the same feature set as Virgil, however it is housed in a ‘robust but lightweight’ aluminium casing and belt clip for ‘life on the road’.

Virgil OB also includes two analogue link outputs on 3-pin XLR. These outputs can be switched from pre/post-fade of the front panel rotary volume controller.

Headphone impedance: 32 – 1000ohms. Maximum output level: +15.8dB, into 600ohms. Front panel pot range: -20 to + 10dB, standard. Headphone frequency response: greater than or equal to -0.1dB at 22Hz to 22kHz. Balanced output frequency response: greater than or equal to 22Hz to 22kHz at -0.1dB. Headphone noise: -74dB, lineup. Balanced output noise: -74dB, lineup. Output power: 1w. Power consumption: 2 watts, maximum. Digital line up: 0dBu = -18dBFs. Dante sample frequency: 48-96kHz. Dante resolution: 24bit. Dimensions (WxHxD): 42 x 101 x 103mm. Weight: 200g

GS-HA Series


GS-HA008 - Desktop, two amplifiers

Manufactured from 'lightweight and robust' aluminium, GS-HA008 has two independent input channels that can be routed separately to left ear, right ear, or both, across both headphone amplifiers. Each input channel has individual coarse gain controls and each headphone amplifier has separate left/right headphone volume controls. There is audio on 3-pin XLR connection, and DC power pass through for daisy-chaining, making it a good choice for orchestras and other populated areas. Headphone outputs are by way of balanced 6.35mm jack sockets. Each of the two amplifiers also has a phase reverse toggle switch. The headphone amplifier auto-powers down when no headphones are inserted into the jack connections.

Input impedance: Greater than 50kohms, balanced; Greater than 22kohms, unbalanced. Input gain range: -20dBu to +9dBu. Frequency response: 40Hz - 20kHz, -1dBu. Noise (RMS 22Hz-22kHz): -86dBu, minimum gain; -80dBu, Lineup; -62dBu, maximum gain. Distortion (into 600ohms): Less than 0.5%, 100Hz; Less than 0.03%, 1kHz; Less than 0.06%, 10kHz. Headphone impedance: 200ohms to 2kohms. Maximum headphone levels: +16dBu, 2kohms; +16dBu, 600ohms, +15dBu, 200Ohms. Headphone connections: 6.35mm, A and B gauge. Power: 2 x PP3 9V battery, internal; 18V 29mA, external DC. Dimensions (HxWxD): 40 x 172 x 121mm. Weight: 560g


GS-HA009 - Beltpack, single amplifier

GS-HA009 has been designed to be used as a mono belt pack headphone amplifier and is suitable for driving mono or stereo headphones and earpieces from 8-2000ohms. The amplifier has a small inbuilt loudspeaker to be employed for simple monitoring. THe loudspeaker is automatically disconnected when a headphone jack connection is made. A on/off switchable limiter is built in for the protection of a user's ears from sudden loud input signals. The audio input is by way of balanced 3-pin XLR with a male 3-pin XLR connection also provided as a loop through for daisy chaining several devices together. The top facing panel hosts the 6.35mm headphone jack connection, a rotary output level controller and a 20dB gain switch to boost the input level if required. Powering is via a single 9V PP3 battery cell, and as the GS-HA009 runs at a very low current it is said by Glensound to 'provide a very long battery life'.


GS-HA010 - Portable, single amplifier

GS-HA010 is a portable, beltpack style device with single channel inbuilt headphone amplifier that is described by Glensound as 'very rugged to withstand the rigours of portable use'. Optimal impedance of headphones to be used is 32-1000ohms.

Audio input is via balanced 3-pin XLR with a loop through also on 3-pin XLR connection. Both in and out connections are positioned on the bottom of the headphone amplifier. On the top facing panel of the GS-HA010 are two headphone sockets, with one being via 6.35mm jack connection and the other on 3.5mm jack connection. These outputs are wired tip and sleeve to allow connection of standard stereo headphones with audio on both ears, or a single ear piece. A rotary volume control is positioned next to the output connections for adjustment of level for 32-1000ohm impedance headphones. Power is via a 9v PP3 battery, which allows approximately 18 hours of use, or via external DC power. There is an on/off switch and an LED to signify low battery power.

Along with a belt clip on the rear facing side, there are loop anchor points on each of the front corners for compatible shoulder straps or for tying down.

Input type: Electronically balanced. Input impedance: Greater than 40kohms. Output range: -20dBu to +10dBu. Frequency response: Less than -1dBu 50Hz - 16KHz. Noise: Greater than -80dBu, CCIR Un-weighted Q Peak at Lineup. Maximum output: +19dBu, 10Kohms; +16dBu, 600ohms. Distortion: Less than 0.25%, 100Hz - 1kHz; Less than 0.02%, 1K - 10KHz. Powering: 12-20v, less than 26mA, external DC or 9V alkaline PP3 battery cell. Battery life: Greater than 18 hours, based on alkaline battery in normal conditions. Dimensions (LxW): 153 x 73mm.


GS-HA011 - Portable, single amplifier

This unit is very similar to Glensound GS-HA010, however it has the addition of input gain control and a transformer balanced input. Optimal impedance of headphones to be used is 32-1000ohms.

Input type: Transformer balanced. Input impedance: Greater than 20kohms. Input range: -20dBu to +8dBu. Output range: -20dBu to +10dBu. Frequency response: Less than -1dBu 50Hz - 16KHz. Noise: Greater than -80dBu, CCIR Un-weighted Q Peak at Lineup. Maximum output: +19dBu, 10Kohms; +16dBu, 600ohms. Distortion: Less than 0.25%, 100Hz - 1kHz; Less than 0.02%, 1K - 10KHz. Powering: 12-20v, less than 26mA, external DC or 9V alkaline PP3 battery cell. Battery life: Greater than 18 hours, based on alkaline battery in normal conditions. Dimensions (LxW): 153 x 73mm.


GS-HA013 - Desktop, single amplifier

Glensound GS-HA013 has been manufactured to be 'small, robust and economical'. The unit provides a single headphone amplifier with switching to allow each input to be routed to the left ear, right ear, or both. Two headphone jack connections, 1x 6.35mm and 1x 3.5mm, are provided. These are wired in parallel and are suitable for use with both A and B gauge jack plugs. Audio input is via dual 3-pin XLR connections, A and B, which would normally be used to feed both left and right channels of the headphone amp. A switch is provided to allow an unbalanced stereo signal input on just one of these XLR input connections to be fed to both channels of the headphone amp. A phase reverse of the right ear facility is provided in the way of a small toggle switch.

Powered via a single 9V PPS battery cell or optional external DC power supply, a toggle switch allows on/off power switching and is accompanied by a 'bright' blue LED. This LED doubles as a battery indicator, flashing when the battery is running low. Optimal impedance of headphones to be used is 32-1000ohms.

Input impedance: Greater than 50kohms, balanced; greater than 22kohms, unbalanced. Input gain range: -20dBu to +8dBu. Frequency response: Less than -1dBu 20Hz - 20KHz. Noise: -54dBu, RMS 22-22kHz at maximum gain; -85dBu, RMS 22-22kHz at minimum gain. Maximum output: +19dBu, 2Kohms; +18dBu, 600ohms; +16dBu, 200ohms. Powering: 12-20V, less than 44mA, external DC or 9v alkaline PP3 battery cell. Dimensions (HxWxD): 43 x 101 x 103mm. Weight: 380g, including battery.


GS-HA014 - Deskmount, single amplifier

Designed as an under-desk mountable headphone amplifier for studio environments, GS-HA014 offers a single amplifier with 6.35mm and 3.5mm jack socket is available for the headphones and a full size, covered pot allows level adjust. The headphone outputs are accessible to presenters and/or guests when mounted under the desktop. Audio inputs via 2x balanced 6.35mm jack sockets. As the GS-HA014 has been designed for use with a wide range of input levels, a pair of preset gain controls accessed via small holes in the top of the unit allow both broadcast (0dB) and domestic (-10dB) input levels to be accommodated. Optimal impedance of headphones to be used is 32-1000ohms.

Multiple units can be linked via CAT5 for powering, with up to eight units being able to be connected from a single optional external 9V DC supply. Via an internal jumper, audio can also be routed via the same CAT5 connections as the power.

Ordering note: The external power supply is not included and at least one must be used to power the unit.

Input impedance: Greater than 80kohms. Input gain range: -20dBu to +10dBu. Frequency response: Greater than -0.1dBu, 20Hz - 20KHz. Noise: Less than -74dBu, 22-22kHz. Maximum output: +20dBu. Powering: 7-12V, external DC. DC connector: 2.5mm centre, 5.5mm outside. Current: 1 Watt. Dimensions (HxWxD): 32.23 x 86.61 x 104.31mm. Weight: 220g.

SIGNATURE HA+ Series

Glensound HA+ series of headphone amplifiers have been designed and manufactured to broadcast specification, and to operate in a mono or a stereo mode. They have a 1U, 19-inch rackmount chassis however the rack frame can also be removed allowing desktop or under-desk mounting.

Ordering note: Glensound suggest that the below headphone amplifiers 'may be delivered with a black finish'.


HA1+ - 1 amplifier

Glensound HA1+ has two 3-pin XLR inputs that are used as the primary programme audio input. This can be stereo, or, if mono, can be switched to appear on both sides of the headphone outputs. There are left and right programme input gain controls on the front panel, and they are on recessed screw terminals to prevent accidental tamper. There is also a secondary, mono cue input with a connection via one of 3-pin XLR sockets on the rear panel. HA1+ uses Glensound’s proprietary CAN headphone system to allow multi-impedance headphones to be used, between 32-1000 Ohm, with the same perceptual level in the headphones when the volume control is kept in a fixed position. Stereo or mono connections can also be made to the headphone sockets, including mono earpieces. The headphone output is available via a front panel 6.35mm headphone socket, and in parallel on a rear panel 3-pin XLR connection.

A remote connection available via an RJ45 or a 9-pin D-type connection to allow the user to remotely adjust level control, the disabling of front panel control, and further left/right signal outputs. Rear panel inputs and outputs are electronically balanced on 3-pin XLR connections, however unbalanced connections are also accommodated. Power is provided by an internal switch mode power supply, with a wide input range. There is also an input for external 12V DC power. The 12V DC input can be connected to the optional Signature PS1 external DC Master Power Station, for situations where a redundant power supply is desirable. A bright front panel LED indicates that the unit is operational.

Maximum input level: +28dBu. Input impedance: Greater than 30k. Programme input type: Electronically balanced, can be wired unbalanced. Programme input circuit: Stereo or mono, via rear panel switch. Programme input connectors: 2x 3-pin XLR sockets. Cue input type: Electronically balanced, can be wired unbalanced. Cue input circuit: Mono. Cue input connector: A gauge 6.35mm jack socket. Coarse gain range: +/-10dB, on programme input only. Volume pots range: 75dB, -65dB to +10dB. Source control range: 70dB, -70dB to 0dBu. Frequency response: -0.7dB 20Hz, -0.5dB 20kHz. Maximum output level: +17dBu/67.50mW into 600ohms and +4dBu/2.49mW into 32ohms. Distortion: Less than 0.01% THD at 100Hz, 0.007% at 10kHz, reference to +8dBu output. Noise: Greater than -79.0dB at line up, unweighted RMS (22Hz to 22kHz). Headphone impedance: 32-1000ohms. Mains input: Filtered IEC, 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz. AC consumption: 1.5 Watts at 230VAC. Internal mains fuse: 20mm, 500mA Anti Surge. DC input: 4-Pin XLR plug, +/-12V. DC consumption: +12V=50mA, -12V=45mA. Dimensions (WxDxH): 336 x 123 x 44mm, without rack ears; 482 x 123 x 44mm, with rack ears. Weight: 0.94kg


HA2+ - 2 amplifiers

Glensound HA2+ is virtually the same as HA1+ with the exception of the incorporation of two amplifiers and therefore offering two headphone outputs with corresponding control. The other main difference is the cue inputs, where on the HA2+ there are 3x 6.35mm jack sockets to connect HP1 only, HP2 only, and both. There is no remote connection available on the HA2+.

Maximum input level: +24dBu. Input impedance: 30k. Programme input type: Electronically balanced, can be wired unbalanced. Programme input circuit: Stereo or mono, via rear panel switch. Programme input connectors: 2x 3-pin XLR sockets. Cue input type: Electronically balanced, can be wired unbalanced. Cue input circuit: Mono. Cue input connector: A gauge 6.35mm jack socket. Coarse gain range: +/-10dB, on programme input only. Volume pots range: 75dB, -65dB to +10dB. Source control range: 70dB, -70dB to 0dBu. Frequency response: -1.7dB 20Hz, -0.5dB 20kHz. Maximum output level: +19dBu/67.07mW into 600ohms and +8dBu/6.2mW into 32ohms. Distortion: Less than 0.01% THD at 100Hz, 0.007% at 10kHz, reference to +8dBu output. Noise: Greater than -83.3dB at line up, unweighted RMS (22Hz to 22kHz). Headphone impedance: 32-1000ohms. Mains input: Filtered IEC, 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz. AC consumption: 2.2 Watts at 230VAC. Internal mains fuse: 20mm, 1A Anti Surge. DC input: 4-Pin XLR plug, +/-12V. DC consumption: +12V=100mA, -12V=100mA. Dimensions (WxDxH): 336 x 123 x 44mm, without rack ears; 482 x 123 x 44mm, with rack ears. Weight: 0.94kg


HA6+ - 6 amplifiers

Glensound HA6+ has the same functionality and connection types of the HA1+, however it incorporates six headphone amplifiers and therefore six outputs. Cue input is replaced with left and right auxiliary inputs on 3-pin XLR connectors. These auxiliary inputs can be stereo, or, if a mono input, can be switched to appear on both sides of the headphones.

Maximum input level: +24dBu. Input impedance: 30k. Programme input type: Electronically balanced, can be wired unbalanced. Programme input circuit: Stereo or mono, via rear panel switch. Programme input connectors: 2x 3-pin XLR sockets. Coarse gain range: 20dB, on programme input only. Volume pots range: 75dB, -65dB to +10dB. Source control range: 70dB, -70dB to 0dBu. Frequency response: -2.0dB 20Hz, -0.5dB 20kHz. Maximum output level: +19dBu/67.07mW into 600ohms and +8dBu/6.2mW into 32ohms. Distortion: Less than 0.02% THD at 100Hz, 0.005% at 10kHz, reference to +8dBu output. Noise: Greater than -83.3dB at line up, unweighted RMS (22Hz to 22kHz). Headphone impedance: 32-1000ohms. Mains input: Filtered IEC, 100-240VAC, 47-63Hz. AC consumption: 4 Watts at 230VAC. Internal mains fuse: 20mm, 1A Anti Surge. DC input: 4-Pin XLR plug, +/-12V. DC consumption: +12V=150mA, -12V=150mA. Dimensions (WxDxH): 445 x 123 x 44mm, without rack ears; 482 x 123 x 44mm, with rack ears. Weight: 1.26kg

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GLENSOUND VIRGIL HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Desktop, Dante audio input, 6.35/3.5mm jack outputs Stock code: 95-9051
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GLENSOUND VIRGIL BC HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Belt pack, Dante audio input, 6.35/3.5mm jack outputs Stock code: 95-9052
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GLENSOUND VIRGIL OB HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Belt pack, analogue/Dante inputs, 6.35/3.5mm jack outputs Stock code: 95-9053
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$484.70
GLENSOUND GS-HA008 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Desktop, two amplifiers, loop through Stock code: 95-9090
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$655.00
GLENSOUND GS-HA009 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Beltpack, single amplifier, mono Stock code: 95-9091
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GLENSOUND GS-HA010 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Portable, single amplifier, loop through Stock code: 95-9092
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GLENSOUND GS-HA011 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Portable, single amplifier, adjustable gain, loop through Stock code: 95-9093
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GLENSOUND GS-HA013 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Desktop, single amplifier, toggled routing Stock code: 95-9094
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$406.10
GLENSOUND GS-HA014 HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Deskmount, single amplifier, loop through Stock code: 95-9095
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GLENSOUND HA1+ HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Rackmount, single amplifier, stereo/mono Stock code: 95-9096
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$478.15
GLENSOUND HA2+ HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Rackmount, two amplifiers, stereo/mono Stock code: 95-9097
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GLENSOUND HA6+ HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER Rackmount, six amplifiers, stereo/mono Stock code: 95-9098
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