Gold Note HP-10 Deluxe // New / Compact Solid State Balanced Headphone Amplifier

The Gold Note HP-10 Deluxe is the kind of headphone amplifier that makes you reconsider how much you've been leaving on the table. Its Class-A dual-mono circuit — built entirely from discrete components — renders music with a warmth and three-dimensionality that few headphone amps at any price can match. The on-board crossfeed and Harman Curve EQ are precision tools, not parlor tricks, letting you shape the presentation in real time without ever touching the digital domain. Feed it via the USB-C input and the AKM AK4493 DAC unlocks DSD512 and PCM 768kHz with an ease and tonal density that reveals what high-resolution audio actually sounds like. The sleek anodized aluminum chassis — available in gold, black, or silver — is as deliberate as the circuit inside.

Condition

NEW

Factory Specs

Topology Class-A Dual/Mono

Frequency Response 20Hz – 20kHz ± 0.3dB

THD + N 0.015% @ 1kHz

SNR 110dB

Headphone Power Output 10W Max

Crossfeed Adjustable (Full spectrum / Lows / Mids / Highs)

Analog EQ Harman Curve, Superflat

Damping Factor Adjustable (High / Low)

Phase Adjustable (0° / 180°)

D/A Converter AKM AK4493

Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX

USB-C Input PCM up to 768kHz / DSD512

Analog Inputs 1x Unbalanced RCA (5 Vrms max), 1x Balanced XLR (8 Vrms max)

Digital Inputs 1x USB-C (PCM up to 768kHz / DSD512), Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX

Headphone Outputs 3.5mm jack (Unbalanced), 6.3mm jack (Unbalanced), 4.4mm jack (Balanced), 4-pin XLR (Balanced)

Line Outputs 1x Unbalanced RCA, 1x Balanced XLR

IR Receiver For multifunctional remote control

Touchscreen Interface Yes

Remote Control Included

Power Supply 100–240V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption Max 25W

Fuse 3.15 AMP T

Dimensions 7.87" W × 3.15" H × 10.24" D

Weight 7.7 lbs (net), 9.9 lbs (boxed)

Warranty 1-year limited manufacturer warranty, extendable to 2 years with product registration; transferable to new owner

Liner Notes

The Gold Note HP-10 is a flagship headphone amplifier that embodies the brand's dedication to high-fidelity audio and refined Italian design. Built entirely with discrete analog components in a fully balanced dual-mono Class-A topology, the HP-10 delivers an uncompromising listening experience tailored for audiophiles. With versatile configurations, real-time analog controls, and wide compatibility, the HP-10 is an ideal centerpiece for both headphone and stereo systems.

The HP-10 Deluxe adds Bluetooth 5.1 HD aptX and a USB-C input paired with a premium AKM AK4493 DAC, enabling high-resolution digital audio up to PCM 768kHz and DSD512. Equipped with selectable Crossfeed, Harman Curve EQ, Superflat EQ, damping factor adjustment, phase inversion, and variable gain — all applied in the analog domain for immediate effect. Features four headphone output options (3.5mm, 6.3mm, 4.4mm Pentaconn, and 4-pin XLR), a touchscreen interface, and full remote control. Compatible with the optional PSU-10 EVO external power supply for further performance gains. Available in Gold, Silver, and Black anodized aluminum finishes.

Stock No.

15496406663389