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The first Hyperion Ge amplifier was created in 2022, and we began series production in early 2023. With this model, we used germanium transistors in the input stage for the first time. The sonic result was truly impressive.

Its quasi-complementary output stage perfectly complemented the input section. No listener remained unimpressed. Warmth and fluidity, yet everything is clearly delineated – no detail is lost. For the Reference Series in 2024, we further refined the base model in key areas.

Product & Positioning

• Reference Series: Further development of the award-winning Hyperion Ge base model from 2023/2024.

• Tube-like sound: Delivers exceptional warmth, fullness, and detail – sounds like a tube amplifier to 90% of listeners.

• Headphone & speaker amplifier: Perfectly suited for all types of headphones as well as high-sensitivity speakers.
  
  

Key Technical Features

• JFET input stage: Circuit design based on 3 legendary 2SK170 BL transistors for outstanding signal fidelity.

• Permalloy transformers: The previous germanium buffer has been replaced by input transformers with a Permalloy core, providing even more body and fluidity.

• Quasi-complementary output stage: Ensures a stable, dynamic, and distortion-free foundation.

New Technology – Ultimate Sound

With the new Hyperion LF model, we have put the input stage front and center and designed it around 3 JFETs featuring the renowned 2SK170 BL transistors.

We replaced the input buffer with germanium transistors with input transformers featuring a Permalloy core.

The result was surprisingly good – a significant step forward. The sound gained even more fluidity and body. Building on a solid foundation, we achieved a substantial improvement.

Its speaker output repeatedly delights experienced listeners. All you need are speakers with somewhat higher sensitivity, and that is where the magic begins.

Had we not disclosed the technical specifications of the Hyperion LF, 90% of listeners would be convinced they were listening to a tube amplifier.

We are confident that many listeners will be fascinated by the effortless ease and sonic richness of the new Hyperion LF.

Technical Specifications

• Load impedance, headphone output – Direct: 4–600 Ω

• Load impedance, speaker output: 6–16 Ω

• Output power:

  • 10 W / 4 Ω

  • 12 W / 8 Ω

  • 6 W / 16 Ω

  • 3 W / 32 Ω

  • 1.5 W / 64 Ω

  • 0.7 W / 120 Ω

  • 0.3 W / 300 Ω

  • 0.15 W / 600 Ω at 1 kHz / sine wave

• Frequency response: 500 mV input / sine wave: 10 Hz – 50 kHz (-0.5 dB / -1 dB)

• Power bandwidth: Better than 10 Hz – 50 kHz (-1 dB) at 5 W

• Total harmonic distortion (THD): Better than 0.3% at 1 kHz

• Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR): Better than 90 dB

• Input impedance: 10 kΩ

• Input sensitivity for full output: 0.5 V RMS

• Input overload voltage: 4.5 V RMS for RCA and XLR

• Inputs:

  • INPUT 1: 2x RCA (Cinch), unbalanced (single-ended)

  • INPUT 2: 2x 3-pin XLR, balanced (female)

• Outputs:

  • 1x 4-pin XLR female + 6.3 mm jack + 4.4 mm – direct outputs

  • 1x 4-pin XLR female + 6.3 mm jack – attenuation -6 dB (for balanced planar magnetic & dynamic headphones)

• Max. power consumption: 50 W, 15 W without signal

• Operating voltage: 115 V / 230 V AC (voltage selector)

• Dimensions: Height 100 mm, width 305 mm, depth 240 mm

• Weight: 5.5 kg