Massive analog power

Boasting massive power, nominal distortion, and a minimalistic feature set, the VMV A1 is a firehose of analog power. How powerful? 15Wx2(4Ω), or enough to warrant an on-screen temperature display (really). 

Class-A amplifier

The SMSL VMV A1 is a class-A amplifier. Using simple circuits that draw the same amount of current and consume the same amount of energy whether receiving a signal or not, this is the most straightforward of amplifier types. It isn’t subject to electromagnetic interference caused by digital components, so its total harmonic distortion and signal-to-noise ratio are exceptionally low. 

Perfect for bookshelf speakers and headphones

With 15Wx2 (4Ω) and 2Wx2 (32Ω), the VMV A1 can power passive bookshelf speakers as easily as a pair of headphones. And its precision potentiometer offers razor-thin adjustments to volume for maximum modifiability.

Product highlights

• FET class-A amplifier circuit
• 15W x2 (4Ω) output power
• CNC aluminum shell
• Chassis temperature display
• Stabilized power supply
• GPA2311 volume control chip
• Porcupine power transformer

Specs

• Inputs: RCA
• Outputs: Speaker terminal (banana head), 6.35mm headphone jack
• THD+N
• 0.01% (4Ω)
• 0.008% (8Ω)
• 0.002% (32Ω)
• SNR: 110dB
• Channel separation: 105dB
• Output power
• 15Wx2 (4Ω)
• 10Wx2 (8Ω)
• 2Wx2 (32Ω)
• Power consumption: 30W
• Standby power: <0.5W
• Dimensions: 8.6 x 8 x 1.5” (210 x 205 x 39mm)
• Weight: 4.4lbs (2kg)

What’s included

• SMSL VMV A1
• Remote control
• Power cord
• User manual

What pairs well

• SMSL M200 DAC

Featured reviews

"I have to decide what to keep after the reviews are done, and this is probably gonna be the thing." -Z Reviews

There is no doubt about it that this is a class A amplification with the listening done properly." -Jay's Iyagi