THX 888 AAA headphone amplifier technology reduces distortion and noise by 20–40 dB for a transparent listening experience
256-step fully balanced relay gain control with 0.5 dB increments enables precise volume adjustments
100% analog signal path ensures high-fidelity audio reproduction without digital degradation
Touch screen and IR remote control provide intuitive, convenient operation
Multiple input and output options (balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, trigger ports) for flexible system integration
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Benchmark Media Systems, Inc. and THX, Ltd. have partnered to introduce the Benchmark HPA4 headphone/line amplifier featuring THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (AAA™) technology.
Featuring the flagship THX-888 amplifier design, the revolutionary HPA4 headphone amplifier incorporates the same patented THX technology that Benchmark uses in the
Maximum Output Power
6 W into 16 Ω
Maximum Output Voltage
11.5 Vrms into 300 Ω
Frequency Response
0.01 Hz to 500 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>131 dB (unweighted 20–20 kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion
<0.00006%
Dimensions
8.65 in W x 3.47 in H x 8.33 in D
Weight
8.0 lbs
Summarized by Shop
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The Benchmark HPA4 delivers outstanding clarity, excellent channel separation, and an exceptionally low noise floor. The headphone amp has impressive drive strength, providing clean, controlled power with ease.
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Jim · August 11, 2026
The search for audiophile headphone nirvana ended with my purchase of the HPA4 and DAC3 B. Benchmark products are perfection realized. Sure, you can buy other gear that might test nearly as well and that provide no audible distortion and near perfect sound reproduction without any colorization of the music. Yet, there is the certain satisfaction of knowing that your audio chain is without peer and the best engineered and best built in the world. Whether through my ears, your ears, or based on any test bench, it just does not get any better than this!
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Todd · August 2, 2026
Industry leading transparency, build quality and sound quality. Everything I was looking for and better!