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High-Fidelity Stereo Headphone Amplifier — TPA6120
The TPA6120 High Fidelity Stereo Headphone Amplifier is a dedicated headphone driver module built around the Texas Instruments TPA6120A2 chip — a current-feedback amplifier designed specifically for driving headphones with minimal distortion and ultra-low noise. If you want studio-quality headphone audio from your DIY music player, DAC, or audio project, this is the amplifier to use.
Why you'll love it
- Ultra-low THD+N: Less than 0.001% distortion at typical listening levels
- Current-feedback architecture: Drives headphones from 16Ω to 600Ω cleanly
- Wide bandwidth: Flat frequency response well beyond the audible range
- Stereo output: Two independent channels for left and right
Amplifier comparison
| Module | Type | Power | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPA6120 (this) | Headphone amp | ~80 mW into 32Ω | Hi-fi headphone listening |
| PAM8403 | Class D stereo | 2×3W | Small battery speakers |
| TPA2012 | Class D stereo | 2×2.1W | Compact powered speakers |
| MAX9744 | Class D stereo | 2×20W | Room-filling sound |
| TPA3116D2 | Class D stereo | 2×50W / 1×120W | Powerful speaker systems |
Technical specifications
| Chip | TPA6120A2 (Texas Instruments) |
|---|---|
| Topology | Current-feedback headphone amplifier |
| Channels | 2 (stereo) |
| THD+N | <0.001% |
| Headphone Impedance | 16Ω–600Ω |
| Supply Voltage | ±5V to ±15V |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this drive speakers? No. The TPA6120 is designed for headphones only. For speakers, see the speaker amplifier modules.
What headphones work best? Any headphones from 16Ω to 600Ω. Higher-impedance audiophile cans benefit most from a dedicated headphone amp.
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