Our customers frequently ask which headphone amplifier is right for them. There are many ways to answer that question, and comparing specs only gets you so far. Below is a chart that shows some important information to consider when choosing a Bottlehead amplifier. But remember - the most important thing about an amplifier is how it sounds. Pop over to our user forums to get user impressions and building tips.

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BeePre Input Transformer Modification

Illustrated instructions for adding a balanced input to the Bottlehead BeePre 300B Preamplifier.

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What Is a Headphone Amplifier? A Practical Guide for Music Lovers - Bottlehead

What Is a Headphone Amplifier? A Practical Guide for Music Lovers

Perhaps you heard someone say a headphone amplifier transformed their listening experience. Maybe you've wondered whether it's hype. Maybe you're trying to figure out if your headphones actually need one. Or maybe you're looking at your first tube amplifier and trying to decide where to start.

Read on to learn the basics.

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Packing your Bottlehead amplifier or preamplifier for shipping

Tube amps are heavy, awkward, and full of parts that don’t like being shaken around. Dense transformers don't mix well with glass tubes or glued wood bases, especially when the UPS guy tosses the box across the dock. Here's how...

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