Refined hybrid architecture and design
The Aune T1 combines a digital/analog DAC section and a tube headphone amplifier in a single unit, allowing you to handle both analog and digital sources. The brushed aluminum chassis gives it a solid and professional look. The USB section supports audio streams up to 24-bit / 96 kHz , while the 6922EH (ECC88/E88CC) tube ensures a warm and natural sound signature. The power supply is linear and modular, with separate sections to minimize interference and ensure electrical stability and signal clarity.
Sound performance and operational features
The internal circuit uses the TE7022 + PCM1793 scheme for digital-to-analog conversion, followed by a tube buffer for headphone amplification. The declared frequency response is 20 Hz – 20 kHz , with a signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 120 dB , offering a dynamic and clean output even with high-quality recordings. The headphone output is designed to drive impedances from 30 Ω up to 600 Ω , making the Aune T1 compatible with a wide range of HIFI headphones. There is also a 2 V RMS line output for connections to external systems.
Recommended uses and ideal listening context
The Aune T1 excels as a headphone amp + DAC for those who listen to music from a PC, laptop, or digital sources. The combination of DAC and tube amplification makes it ideal for critical listening with medium-to-high-quality headphones. Its ability to handle analog and digital signals guarantees flexibility: perfect for liquid music (flac, wav, digital), streaming, or even use with analog sources. The warm and dynamic sound profile is well suited to genres such as jazz, acoustic, classical, soft rock, and vocals.
Technical features
| Characteristic |
Details |
| DAC / Converter |
PCM1793 + asynchronous USB interface |
| Headphone valve |
6922EH (ECC88 / E88CC) |
| Frequency response |
20 Hz – 20,000 Hz |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) |
≥ 120 dB |
| Line out |
2 V RMS |
| Recommended headphone impedance |
30 Ω – 600 Ω |
| Headphone output (power) |
32 Ω – 1000 mW; 120 Ω – 400 mW; 300 Ω – 150 mW |
| Entrances |
USB, RCA analog stereo |
| Exits |
6.35mm headphone jack, RCA stereo line |
| Digital audio support |
up to 24-bit / 96 kHz |