Best Headphone Amps of 2023 — Audiophile ON

What should you look for in a headphone amp?

The sound quality was the main priority when compiling this list of 2023’s best headphone amps.  There is no point in having a good set of headphones if you attach them to an inferior amplifier.  That said, several other factors came into play when we chose our recommendations.

Features and connectivity were essential during our amp tests. As a result, many of the units listed below have many different features or designs that different buyers might use. 

As amplifier technology has advanced, many models integrate extra connectivity options such as balanced outputs and EQ functionality. 

Price is another consideration that played a big role, as there was a point where some units didn’t get included because they didn’t do anything particularly better than another amp yet cost significantly more cash. 

Value for money, I think, is important to everyone, and at a certain point, the law of diminishing returns kicks in, and it’s hard to recommend certain models.

Finally, build quality and design are worth considering. I don’t just want some monstrosity if something is sitting on our desk.  I don’t need to be all bells and whistles, but a little thought going into the aesthetic goes a long way.  

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