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The art of perfect balance and sonic refinement
The Denafrips HADES 15th preamplifier celebrates the company’s 15 years of engineering expertise, combining power balance and elegance in an exceptionally refined, pure Class A, fully balanced, discrete design. It is crafted for listeners who seek not just technology, but musicality and emotional depth in their audio systems.The HADES 15th is an ideal choice for any mid-range or high-end stereo system, whether for private listening, studio work, or reference-level musical experiences.
The sound character of the HADES 15th represents the perfect balance between clarity and detail. Background noise is virtually imperceptible, allowing every subtle dynamic and textural nuance of the music to unfold naturally.The fully balanced Class A architecture ensures that signal purity and stability are preserved at every point of the signal path. The result is velvety warmth, an airy soundstage, and natural dynamics that deliver enjoyment from the intricate performances of jazz to the grand scale of orchestral works.
One of the core elements of the HADES 15th is Denafrips’ proprietary O-Type transformer, specifically optimized for Class A topology and high-precision components. This solution eliminates distortion caused by power supply fluctuations, ensuring that every watt of energy is used precisely for signal amplification.The UC-controlled, 60-step relay-based volume control provides extremely fine level matching while maintaining perfect channel balance. Hand-selected, high-precision resistors guarantee minimal distortion and exceptionally low noise levels.The linear, low-noise power supply and large-capacity capacitor bank effectively filter out mains noise and ripple interference, delivering complete calm and stability within the musical signal space.
Following the minimalist design philosophy of the Denafrips 15th series, the HADES features a CNC-machined, anodized aluminum chassis that not only provides an elegant appearance but also plays a key role in vibration control and heat dissipation. The meticulously crafted front panel, precise control elements, and symmetrical rear connections all reflect professional-grade design.The unit is not merely a technical component, but also an aesthetic statement: an elegant centerpiece that integrates seamlessly into the visual language of any high-end audio system.
XLR1, XLR2, RCA
RCA: 2.0 VrmsXLR: 4.0 Vrms
RCA: 12.2 kΩXLR: 60 kΩ
RCA: 200 ΩXLR: 400 Ω
0 dB (Unity Gain)
10 Hz – 85 kHz (-0.3 dB)
0.002%
122 dB
>121 dB
405 × 325 × 78 mm
-110 dB
100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
6.95 kg
Silver / Black
1 W (standby), 25 W (operating)
Denafrips HADES 15th preamplifier
DN-Y3 remote control
It does NOT include power cable!
