{"product_id":"cayin-c9-dual-nutube-fully-discrete-fully-balanced-class-a-ab-portable-headphone-amplifier","title":"Cayin C9: Dual Nutube, Fully discrete Fully Balanced Class A\/AB Portable Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--title\n            product-block--title\n            product-block--first\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"product-title\"\u003eCayin C9: Dual Nutube, Fully discrete Fully Balanced Class A\/AB Portable Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--@app\n            product-block--ba85f5de-cdbf-4b30-b238-100bcf3bcfdb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-app\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-block shopify-app-block\" id=\"shopify-block-ba85f5de-cdbf-4b30-b238-100bcf3bcfdb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-template=\"manual-installation\" data-id=\"4799023841342\" class=\"jdgm-widget jdgm-preview-badge jdgm-preview-badge--with-link jdgm--done-setup\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cayin C9 is a cutting-edge portable headphone amplifier that combines traditional and modern audio technology to deliver an exceptional listening experience. This fully balanced, fully discrete, 4-channel high-fidelity amplifier offers an impressive power output of up to 4,100mW per channel at 16Ω or 2,600mW per channel at 32Ω. Users can select between Vacuum Tube and Solid State timbre on both balanced and single-end inputs, with the tube timbre circuit featuring a pair of KORG Nutube vacuum tubes. This flexibility allows audiophiles to tailor their listening experience to their preferences, whether they desire the warmth of tube amplification or the precision of solid-state circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther enhancing its versatility, the Cayin C9 allows users to switch between Pure Class A and Class AB amplification modes, catering to different audio performance needs. It supports dual input modes: regular LINE input mode and PRE-amp input mode, also known as pure power amplifier mode. With both 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm BAL inputs and outputs, the amplifier optimizes performance regardless of the connection type. The device also features a 4-channel ALPS potentiometer with stereo electronic volume control and a removable battery module housing four user-replaceable Sony 18650 rechargeable lithium batteries, ensuring prolonged use and easy maintenance. This blend of advanced technology and user-centric design makes the Cayin C9 a premier choice for discerning audiophiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-template=\"manual-installation\" data-id=\"4799023841342\" class=\"jdgm-widget jdgm-preview-badge jdgm-preview-badge--with-link jdgm--done-setup\"\u003eFeatures \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-template=\"manual-installation\" data-id=\"4799023841342\" class=\"jdgm-widget jdgm-preview-badge jdgm-preview-badge--with-link jdgm--done-setup\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully balanced, fully discrete, 4-channels high-fidelity headphone amplifier delivers up to 4,100mW (at 16Ω) or 2600mW (at 32Ω) per channel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect between Vacuum Tube and Solid State timber on both balanced and single-end inputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tube timber circuit is designed around a pair of KORG Nutube vacuum tubes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitch between Pure Class A and Class AB amplification modes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual input mode: regular LINE input mode and PRE-amp input mode (or known as pure power amplifier mode).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports 3.5mm SE and 4.4mm BAL for both input and output, the amplifier will also optimize BAL to SE or vice versa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-channels ALPS potentiometer with a pair of stereo electronic volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemovable battery module with 4x user replaceable Sony18650 rechargeable lithium batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-template=\"manual-installation\" data-id=\"4799023841342\" class=\"jdgm-widget jdgm-preview-badge jdgm-preview-badge--with-link jdgm--done-setup\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border-spacing: 0;\" class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003ePower Output:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eUp to 4,100mW per channel (16Ω), Up to 2,600mW per channel (32Ω)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eTimbre Selection:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eVacuum Tube Timbre (featuring KORG Nutube Vacuum Tubes) , Solid State Timbre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eAmplification Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003ePure Class A, Class AB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eInput Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eRegular LINE Input Mode, PRE-amp Input Mode (Pure Power Amplifier Mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eInputs and Outputs:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003e3.5mm Single-End (SE) Input and Output, 4.4mm Balanced (BAL) Input and Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003eVolume Control:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; overflow: hidden; padding: 10px 5px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; word-break: normal; border: 1px solid black;\"\u003e4-Channel ALPS Potentiometer, Stereo Electronic Volume Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8203\/1361\/files\/1639966665424655_1024x1024_282a118e-c6d3-4d7d-8847-7ecee32c9f95.jpg?v=1717855982\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Sound Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cayin C9 offers superior audio performance with its dual Nutube design, delivering a warm, tube-like sound while maintaining the clarity and precision of solid-state amplification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Discrete \u0026amp; Fully Balanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e With a fully discrete and fully balanced architecture, this headphone amplifier ensures excellent channel separation and minimal distortion for an immersive listening experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass A\/AB Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination of Class A and Class AB operation provides a perfect balance between power and efficiency, ensuring dynamic sound and long-lasting performance for high-impedance headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable Yet Powerful:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to be portable, the Cayin C9 doesn't compromise on power, offering ample output to drive even the most demanding headphones, all within a compact, user-friendly device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Build Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cayin C9 boasts a premium build, with attention to detail in both materials and craftsmanship, making it a reliable, durable choice for audiophiles who appreciate both form and function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the Cayin C9?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Cayin C9 is a high-performance portable headphone amplifier featuring dual Nutube technology. It combines fully balanced Class A\/AB amplification for superior audio quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the key features of the Cayin C9?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The key features include dual Nutube tubes for a warm, natural sound, a fully discrete and fully balanced design, adjustable gain settings, and compatibility with a wide range of headphones, including high-impedance models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the Cayin C9 support balanced audio?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the Cayin C9 supports fully balanced audio, providing a cleaner and more dynamic sound, especially when paired with balanced headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the Cayin C9 drive high-impedance headphones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the Cayin C9 is powerful enough to drive high-impedance headphones effortlessly, making it ideal for audiophiles and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Cayin C9 portable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Despite its high-quality, audiophile-grade performance, the Cayin C9 is designed to be portable, offering a compact form factor for on-the-go use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What type of audio sources can the Cayin C9 connect to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Cayin C9 has versatile input options, including 3.5mm, 4.4mm, and balanced XLR, making it compatible with various audio sources such as smartphones, DACs, and high-resolution players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the Cayin C9 sound?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The C9 delivers a dynamic, warm, and detailed sound profile with excellent clarity and depth, thanks to its advanced tube technology and balanced amplification system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Clean and Dust-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the surface of the amplifier. Avoid abrasive cleaners that could damage the finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore Properly:\u003c\/strong\u003e When not in use, store the amplifier in a cool, dry place to prevent overheating or damage to the internal components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Connections Regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the headphone jack, input\/output ports, and power connections are secure and free from debris to maintain optimal sound quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e If using the portable functionality, ensure the battery is not left to drain completely. Charge the device regularly and avoid overcharging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriodic Inspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Periodically check for any loose screws or parts. 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