Cute ENCORE
Headphone Amplifier

The Cute ENCORE is another of the amazing headphone amps from Firestone Audio and one of the great values in audio today. The ENCORE features a discrete component topology utilizing 24 ps transistors per channel operating in class A/B. The Cute ENCORE is compatible with a wide range of source components. Use it with everything from your laptop to your high end CD player.  For a transformational experience connect it to your iPod, MP3 player or other portable device, you'll be amazed at the improvement in sound quality. The ENCORE can be combined with the Fubar II USB DAC for awesome sound from your PC or Mac. 

Dynamic and Versatile
The Cute ENCORE is optimized for a wide range of load impedances, and is suitable to most headphones from the Etymotic ER4P (27 ohm) to the AKG K240DF (600 ohm). This high bandwidth, extreme low noise design (lower than -107db) yields greater than 105 dB of dynamic range and exceeds the capabilities of human hearing, ensuring it can handle even the most difficult headphones.  Two gain settings, selectable by a convenient rear panel switch, allow for quick and easy optimization for high or low efficiency headphones. The ENCORE has a Shunt/Series type input volume control. Other features include short circuit and thermal protection. 

The ENCORE is Built to Last
No cheap plastic here! The Cute ENCORE is manufactured with a solid aluminum chassis and features an anodized aluminum face plate in you choice of red, blue, violet, or gray. The volume knob is also machined from solid aluminum for a high quality look and feel.