The HP-5.2 is the kind of headphone amplifier that makes you reconsider how often you've been leaving something on the table. Gold Note's Class-A Dual-Mono circuit digs into the low-level detail that most headphone stages smooth over—transients arrive with real snap, and the noise floor stays genuinely dark. The Studio processing suite isn't a gimmick: dialing in damping factor to match your headphones' character, or engaging crossfeed for a more natural soundstage, shifts the presentation in ways that actually matter. Bluetooth arrives via aptX HD, USB-C rounds out the digital side, and four distinct headphone outputs cover every cable standard you're likely to own. All of it built in Italy, wrapped in an aluminium chassis that feels like it belongs on a studio rack.
Condition
NEW
Factory Specs
Headphone Amplifier Class-A Dual/Mono
Frequency Response 20Hz–20kHz ±0dB
THD+N 0.015% @ 1kHz
SNR 105dB
D/A Converter SABRE ES9023
Bluetooth 5.2 HD aptX 24-bit
Crossfeed Adjustable (full spectrum or highs / mids / lows)
Analog EQ Harman options, Superflat
Damping Factor Adjustable (High/Low)
Gain Low / Mid / High
IR Receiver For multifunctional remote control
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
Analogue Inputs 1x unbalanced RCA (5 Vrms max); 1x balanced XLR (8 Vrms max)
Digital Inputs 1x USB-C PCM 48kHz; Bluetooth 5.2 HD aptX 24-bit
Headphone Power Output 5W Max
Power Supply 100–240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption Max 25W
Dimensions 7.87" W × 3.15" H × 10.24" D
Weight (Net) 6.61 lbs
Weight (Boxed) 8.82 lbs
Finish Black – Anodized aluminium
Warranty 2-year limited manufacturer warranty with registration (1-year standard); transferable to subsequent owner
Liner Notes
The Gold Note HP-5.2 is a high-end Class-A headphone amplifier engineered for demanding audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality, flexibility, and refined musical performance. Featuring a balanced Dual-Mono design, extensive connectivity, touchscreen control, and advanced analogue tuning tools, the HP-5.2 delivers precise, natural, and highly customizable headphone listening in a compact Italian-crafted chassis.
At the core of the HP-5.2 is a fully balanced Dual-Mono Class-A architecture built with premium discrete components to maximize signal purity and musical realism. Capable of delivering up to 5W of power, the amplifier effortlessly drives everything from sensitive in-ear monitors to demanding high-impedance headphones. The HP-5.2 offers four headphone outputs on the front panel—3.5mm unbalanced, 6.3mm unbalanced, 4.4mm balanced, and 4-pin XLR balanced—supporting virtually any headphone connection standard. The amplifier incorporates a SABRE ES9023 DAC along with USB-C digital input and Bluetooth 5.2 HD aptX support for high-quality wireless and wired playback.
Gold Note's Studio feature suite provides extensive analogue-domain sound customization tools: Crossfeed for a loudspeaker-like soundstage, Harman headphone EQ optimization, Superflat high-frequency linearization, adjustable Damping Factor for impedance matching, Gain Control, Balance Control, and Stereo/Mono modes—all applied in real time within the analogue domain to preserve signal integrity. The HP-5.2 also functions as a line preamplifier via RCA and XLR outputs, and features a Bypass mode for seamless integration into existing loudspeaker-based systems. Designed and manufactured in Italy, the HP-5.2 combines compact dimensions, premium construction, and refined industrial styling.
Stock No.
15496419344605
