{"product_id":"smsl-h200","title":"SMSL H200 Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier \u0026 Preamplifier | PLFC+ Circuit, 131dB SNR, 3-Level Gain","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSMSL H200\u003c\/strong\u003e is the final chapter of SMSL's acclaimed 200 Series — a fully balanced discrete headphone amplifier and preamplifier engineered for audiophiles who demand the lowest noise floor and the most faithful signal reproduction. Built around the proprietary \u003cstrong\u003ePLFC+ circuit architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e with a custom toroidal transformer power supply, the H200 delivers an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N of 0.00007%\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e131dB SNR\u003c\/strong\u003e, setting a new benchmark at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003eFully Balanced PLFC+ Circuit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003eTHD+N 0.00007%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003eSNR 131dB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e4W Balanced Output\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e4.4mm + 6.35mm Outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e3-Level Gain (L\/M\/H)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003ePre-Amplifier Output\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003eCustom Toroidal Transformer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003eCNC Full Aluminum Chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f5f5f5;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:4px;padding:4px 10px;margin:3px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e200 × 175 × 47.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Balanced Discrete PLFC+ Circuit Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike conventional integrated chip solutions, the H200's PLFC+ circuit is built entirely from carefully selected discrete components, maintaining a true balanced signal path from input to output. This eliminates common-mode interference and preserves the most authentic musical dynamics, texture, and fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Low Distortion \u0026amp; High Resolution Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a THD+N of just \u003cstrong\u003e0.00007%\u003c\/strong\u003e at 1kHz\/150Ω and a \u003cstrong\u003e131dB SNR\u003c\/strong\u003e, the H200 achieves a virtually inaudible noise floor. The ultra-wide frequency response of \u003cstrong\u003e20Hz – 100kHz (−0.5dB)\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures every nuance in high-resolution recordings is faithfully reproduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Toroidal Transformer Power Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA specially designed toroidal transformer powers the digital and analog circuits separately, preventing digital noise from contaminating the audio signal. The result is an exceptionally clean, quiet background — even under demanding dynamic passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Level Gain Switch (Low \/ Medium \/ High)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelectable gain levels let you match the H200 to any headphone:\u003cbr\u003e\n— \u003cstrong\u003eLow Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e: Optimized for sensitive IEMs, ultra-quiet background\u003cbr\u003e\n— \u003cstrong\u003eMedium Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for most full-size headphones\u003cbr\u003e\n— \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e: Powerful drive for high-impedance and low-sensitivity flagship planars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Amplifier Output Function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe H200 doubles as a high-quality preamplifier with both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) pre-outputs, enabling direct connection to active speakers or power amplifiers for a complete desktop system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelay-Controlled Volume \u0026amp; FB-DC Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume is controlled via relay for precise channel matching and longevity. 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