For headphone enthusiasts, the new Schiit Audio Magni 6 is a particularly interesting little device, especially considering its very attractive price!
A good, dedicated headphone amplifier is always a welcome addition to any hi-fi setup. And that’s especially true when it comes from a well-known brand and carries a remarkably affordable price tag. That pretty much sums up the Schiit Audio Magni 6. It’s a no-nonsense headphone amplifier delivering a maximum output of 3 watts per channel. According to the manufacturer, noise levels have been reduced compared with previous generations.
Furthermore, there’s a switchable preamplifier output. The output stage features a discrete design based on a current-feedback topology, while the circuitry is fully DC-coupled. The included power supply is also entirely linear in design.
And we’re not there yet! If you wish, you can opt for a version equipped with a plug-in DAC card, available at a slightly higher but still very reasonable price. It’s hardly surprising that the manufacturer calls it the ‘headphone amp for everyone’.
The Schiit Audio Magni 6 costs just $99, while the version with the DAC card will set you back $169.