Purple Audio Cans II

Purple Audio Cans II is a discrete stereo headphone amplifier and control room preamplifier designed to fit into standard 500 Series racks. It provides high-quality headphone amplification and monitoring control within studio environments, particularly suited for mixing, mastering, and tracking applications.

Overview

The Cans II offers a fully discrete signal path with transformer-balanced inputs and modular output stages, ensuring clean, detailed sound reproduction. It is capable of driving even the most demanding professional headphones while maintaining precise stereo imaging and volume control.

Key Features

• Uses KDJ3 op-amp for the mono section and KDJ5 op-amps for output amplification.

• Discrete signal design delivering analog warmth and clarity.

• 10k Ohm transformer-balanced input with Hi-Z mode that minimizes load on multed signals.

• 15dBu gain capability ensures strong drive for high-impedance headphones.

• Individual channel cut, channel swap, and sum-to-mono functionality for easy mix checks.