Description
Denafrips Hades Balanced Class A Preamplifier
The Denafrips Hades is a high-performance, fully balanced, Class A preamplifier meticulously engineered to match the sonic and visual aesthetics of the Apollo power amplifier. While it may appear modest in size, the Hades is a powerhouse of refinement, designed to preserve signal integrity and enhance musicality across a wide range of system configurations.
Internally, the Hades features a fully discrete, dual-mono circuit topology, operating in pure Class A throughout. This design delivers a warm, textured, and harmonically rich sound without sacrificing clarity or detail. It uses a high-quality relay-based volume control for precise level adjustments with minimal signal degradation. With both balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs and outputs, the Hades integrates seamlessly into both minimalist and complex audio systems.
The Hades is engineered to act as a transparent yet musical conduit between source and amplifier, revealing the subtle nuances of recordings while adding body and tonal richness. It delivers exceptional channel separation, black background, and dynamic finesse, all housed in a sleek aluminium chassis that matches the industrial elegance of Denafrips’ top-tier gear.
Whether paired with Denafrips’ own power amplifiers or high-end components from other manufacturers, the Hades offers reference-grade performance in a compact form factor — ideal for discerning audiophiles seeking clarity, warmth, and control.
