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Apr 17, 2023 7:26 AM

Monoprice Monolith THX AAA Balanced Headphone Amplifier w/ 887 Technology

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Monoprice has Monoprice Monolith THX AAA Balanced Headphone Amplifier w/ 887 Technology for $168 after applying promo code YES20 at checkout. Shipping is free.

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Features:
  • 50 kilohms input impedance
  • Three gain settings: The amplifier features three different gain settings for optimal compatibility with all headphones. The lowest gain setting is the most appropriate for sensitive IEMs
  • Balanced and single-ended inputs: The amplifier features an XLR balanced input, plus 1/4in and 3.5mm single ended inputs to eliminate the need for adapters
  • High grade CNC-milled aluminum with black anodized finish chassis material

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    • This price is $12.60 lower than this previous Front Page deal.
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Monoprice has Monoprice Monolith THX AAA Balanced Headphone Amplifier w/ 887 Technology for $168 after applying promo code YES20 at checkout. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Slickdeals Staff Member aepro for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 50 kilohms input impedance
  • Three gain settings: The amplifier features three different gain settings for optimal compatibility with all headphones. The lowest gain setting is the most appropriate for sensitive IEMs
  • Balanced and single-ended inputs: The amplifier features an XLR balanced input, plus 1/4in and 3.5mm single ended inputs to eliminate the need for adapters
  • High grade CNC-milled aluminum with black anodized finish chassis material

Editor's Notes

Written by RazorConcepts
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $12.60 lower than this previous Front Page deal.
  • About this product:
    • 1-Year Warranty
  • Additional note:

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Written by aepro | Staff

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jk_black
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Yeah it doesn't look like a liquid form.
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nickyeah
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lol clearly you dont know what you talking about. Nothing "entry level" would deliver this kinda power with balanced out.
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What Balanced entry level amp is putting out near 8Wpc with a good SNR for $168? This is a great deal and the lowest I think I've ever seen it.
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Apr 17, 2023 7:25 PM
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WiseStag474Apr 17, 2023 7:25 PM
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Solid headphone amp
Apr 17, 2023 8:52 PM
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jk_blackApr 17, 2023 8:52 PM
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Quote from WiseStag474 View quoted comment :
Solid headphone amp
Yeah it doesn't look like a liquid form.
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Quote from jk_black View quoted comment :
Yeah it doesn't look like a liquid form.
Correct. The liquid platinum is a different product altogether.
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Apr 17, 2023 11:05 PM
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James_in_VAApr 17, 2023 11:05 PM
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I just got the Liquid Spark last month for $50 as my first-ever headphone amp. I'm in no way an audiophile but I know what sounds good. In using the LS to listen to SACDs using an Oppo player and its DAC. I'm wondering how much of a bump I'd notice with this.
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This is an endgame headphone amp for 99% of audiophiles.

https://www.audiosciencereview.com /forum/index.php?threads/monoprice-monolith-thx-887-balance-headphone-amp-new-champ.8942/

{like always, remove space from above link for full tested measurements)
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Apr 17, 2023 11:21 PM
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I'm just dipping my toes into this bankrupting hobby. I currently have a set of Hifiman Sundaras and have a Vali 2+ that I use with a Sony NW-A45 to listen to songs of my long gone youth in my lazy boy. I understand this is about 3 years old or so but that it's still a pretty good deal. Just how much of an upgrade would this be?

Edit: Just a heads up for anyone reading: Once you place an order you have about 10 minutes to cancel. After that the cancel button will be greyed out and you're on you own. I tried to get through to them via phone, chat, email, contact forms and even twitter DM, but no dice.
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Apr 17, 2023 11:23 PM
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ceezeApr 17, 2023 11:23 PM
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Quote from James_in_VA View quoted comment :
I just got the Liquid Spark last month for $50 as my first-ever headphone amp. I'm in no way an audiophile but I know what sounds good. In using the LS to listen to SACDs using an Oppo player and its DAC. I'm wondering how much of a bump I'd notice with this.
LS is a great little amp. The THX amp has more power when using balanced output but probably not much different for single ended. In any case, both are considered transparent amps and you would probably not notice any difference between the two (unless you are getting near the volume limits on the LS or have headphones that are extremely difficult to drive).

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Apr 17, 2023 11:28 PM
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xcougarApr 17, 2023 11:28 PM
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when did they stop making the thx 8xx dac+ headphone amp?
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Quote from appel View quoted comment :
I'm just dipping my toes into this bankrupting hobby. I currently have a set of Hifiman Sundaras and have a Vali 2+ that I use with a Sony NW-A45 to listen to songs of my long gone youth in my lazy boy. I understand this is about 3 years old or so but that it's still a pretty good deal. Just how much of an upgrade would this be?
Probably won't notice a difference. I would only "upgrade" to this if you want to buy something like an HE6 that needs a ton of power (2W @ 50ohms). This thing has enough power to drive anything through the balanced output so in that regard it's a really good price.

Quote from xcougar View quoted comment :
when did they stop making the thx 8xx dac+ headphone amp?
I think Monoprice is trying to sell off most of their audio products and get out of that business. They've been selling stuff off at extremely low prices over the last few months. They were selling the Liquid Platinum for $290 a few weeks back and it looks like most of the stuff is sold out.
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Apr 18, 2023 1:23 AM
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James_in_VAApr 18, 2023 1:23 AM
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To ceeze and KRT09: thanks so much for the excellent answers you provided!
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sandersannApr 18, 2023 4:30 AM
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Quote from vid1900 View quoted comment :
This is an endgame headphone amp for 99% of audiophiles.
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They were "endgame" 3-4 years ago but today many entry levels are surpassing them.
Endgame audiophile is largely a myth for hardware (except maybe for headphones, just like endgame laptops.
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Quote from sandersann View quoted comment :
They were "endgame" 3-4 years ago but today many entry levels are surpassing them.
Endgame audiophile is largely a myth for hardware (except maybe for headphones, just like endgame laptops.
sandersannThey were "endgame" 3-4 years ago but today many entry levels are surpassing them.
Endgame audiophile is largely a myth for hardware (except maybe for headphones, just like endgame laptops.
What Balanced entry level amp is putting out near 8Wpc with a good SNR for $168? This is a great deal and the lowest I think I've ever seen it.
Apr 18, 2023 11:55 AM
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rahimlee54Apr 18, 2023 11:55 AM
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What is the best way to get the sound from my PC to this?
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nickyeahApr 18, 2023 12:04 PM
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Quote from sandersann View quoted comment :
They were "endgame" 3-4 years ago but today many entry levels are surpassing them.
Endgame audiophile is largely a myth for hardware (except maybe for headphones, just like endgame laptops.
lol clearly you dont know what you talking about. Nothing "entry level" would deliver this kinda power with balanced out.

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I can't wait to hear Dan Cummins mispronounce every other word on 'Timesuck' more clearly than I ever have before
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