The SMSL RAW-HA1 is a desktop headphone amplifier from SMSL's RAW series with its own digital front end: an XMOS XU316 interface handling up to 32bit/768kHz and DSD256, plus Bluetooth 5.1 with LDAC and aptX HD. It suits a one-box desk setup fed by a computer and phone, or the amp half of a RAW-MDA1 stack.
Who the SMSL RAW-HA1 is for
One-box desk setups: Plug in a computer over USB, pair a phone and drive headphones from the same unit, with no separate DAC required.
Second desks short on space: A single box still gives proper wired and wireless coverage where there is no room for a stack.
Phone streamers: Bluetooth 5.1 receives LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC and SBC, so a phone can stream to it without a cable.
RAW-MDA1 owners: It matches the RAW-MDA1 in size and finish, stacking neatly as the amplification half when you want a separate reference DAC in the chain.
SMSL RAW-HA1 key specs
USB interface: XMOS XU316
PCM: Up to 32bit/768kHz
DSD: DSD256
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.1
Codecs: LDAC, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
Stacking: Matches the RAW-MDA1 in size and finish
Color: Black
SMSL RAW-HA1 vs similar options
vs HIFIMAN EF400: HIFIMAN's Himalaya R2R DAC/amp is USB-only, with no Bluetooth; pick the RAW-HA1 if you also want to stream from a phone over LDAC, aptX HD or AAC.
vs FiiO K13 R2R: An R2R ladder DAC/amp that shares the XMOS XU316 and DSD256 but stops at 384kHz/32-bit over USB and receives LDAC, AAC and SBC; pick the RAW-HA1 for 32bit/768kHz and aptX HD.
vs SMSL C200: Same 32bit/768kHz PCM ceiling, but its ES9038Q2M DAC decodes up to DSD512 against the RAW-HA1's DSD256; pick the RAW-HA1 if you plan to stack it with the RAW-MDA1.
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging, and backed by our 1-year TonePier warranty and 45-day returns.
Where does my order ship from, and how long does it take?
Every order ships from our warehouse in China, with full tracking, and most orders ship within 3 business days. Shipping is free on every order; most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days and most orders to other countries within 7–20 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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