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HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Mobile Headphone Amplifier, THX Certified

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Once the product is delivered, you'll have 30 days to decide that you definitely want to keep it. If you decide it's not suitable, you can return it to us for an exchange or a refund, providing the product is in 'as new' condition and in its original packaging.

We do everything we can to make sure the right item reaches you in perfect condition. If your order arrives damaged, or is incorrect, let us know within 14 days of receiving it and we'll arrange for a free collection.

If your goods develop a fault within the warranty period, we'll quickly repair or replace the item for you. If the fault occurs within the first 180 days of your ownership, we'll collect the goods and deliver them back to you free of charge.

We're unable to accept returns of any custom-made items designed to work together as a unique package. Some items are only eligible for the money-back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging.

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If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.

UK & Europe EU Standard AV.com Standard AV.com Optional
Return Period 14 days 30 days up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded? Yes Yes Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded? Standard costs only Standard costs only Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation No No Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 30 days

We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.

Spend another £120.01 to buy on finance (APR Rep. 14.90%)

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Please note: This is only available where all items in the order are dispatched in a single delivery. Gear4music Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 706272) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Bank AB (publ). Finance is only available to permanent UK residents aged 18+, subject to status, terms and conditions apply.

Pay by Finance

To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 48, 36, 24 or 12 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!

Representative Example

To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:

Finance APR Rep. Deposit to Pay Payments Total Payable
48 months14.90%No Deposit48 months: £7.05
Final Payment: £7.05
No settlement fee
£338.40
36 months14.90%No Deposit36 months: £8.78
Final Payment: £8.78
No settlement fee
£316.08
24 months14.90%No Deposit24 months: £12.29
Final Payment: £12.29
No settlement fee
£294.96
12 months14.90%No Deposit12 months: £22.89
Final Payment: £22.89
No settlement fee
£274.68

How to Apply

Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal, then select Pay by Klarna Finance on the payment page, then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with Klarna Retail Finance, our finance partner, and completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.

You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna may need to look at the application in more detail.

Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you.

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Pay by Finance

To make it as easy as possible for you to get the gear you want, we offer a range of instant finance options. If you spend £250 or more online, you can choose to pay over 48, 36, 24 or 12 months. The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought!

Representative Example

To help you understand how our finance options work, the examples below are based on a total order value of £250:

Finance APR Rep. Deposit to Pay Payments Total Payable
48 months14.90%No Deposit48 months: £7.05
Final Payment: £7.05
No settlement fee
£338.40
36 months14.90%No Deposit36 months: £8.78
Final Payment: £8.78
No settlement fee
£316.08
24 months14.90%No Deposit24 months: £12.29
Final Payment: £12.29
No settlement fee
£294.96
12 months14.90%No Deposit12 months: £22.89
Final Payment: £22.89
No settlement fee
£274.68

How to Apply

Applying for finance couldn't be easier - if your order totals £250 or more, simply proceed through the checkout as normal, then select Pay by Klarna Finance on the payment page, then click the orange PLACE ORDER USING FINANCE button. This will start your application with Klarna Retail Finance, our finance partner, and completing this form should take approximately 10 minutes.

You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna may need to look at the application in more detail.

Please note: This is only available on orders placed via the website consisting of a single delivery, and is not available in store or via phone currently. Warranties can not be purchased on finance. If you wish to purchase warranties, please choose another payment method or contact us after placing your order and we'll be happy to help you.

Key Features

  • Compact and portable headphone amplifier
  • Studio grade amplification provided by the THX AAA amplifier
  • Bass Boost lifts the low end for impactful bass
  • Completely portable with up to 8 hours battery life
  • Ideal for use with music, movies, YouTube videos, streams and games
Questions? Email [email protected]av.com or call 01706 878444

HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Mobile Headphone Amplifier, THX Certified Overview

HELM AUDIO

The HELM Audio DB12 AAAMP Mobile Headphone Amplifier is crafted from brushed aluminium and features an inline design ideal for use with smartphones, laptops, games consoles and vehicles. The DB12 is plug and play, allowing you to enjoy greatly improved sound quality powered by THX's smallest AAA amplifier design, backed up using braided high-end silver cabling that offers optimal signal integrity.



The DB12 breathes new life into your music, movies and games with an independent bass boost and up +12dB to your headphones with no distortion or unwanted sonic artefacts. With USB-C charging and a design that fits in the palm of your hand, the DB12 is perfect for taking on the go for uncompromising, immersive audio anywhere, anytime.

Product Ref: 221092

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The world's smallest in-line amplifier

The Helm DB12 has been designed in collaboration with THX and offers studio-quality amplification anywhere you go, utilising THX's award-winning AAA amplifier technology. Other headphone amplifiers usually require other components to boost your audio effectively but DB12 does it with zero fuss. USB charging, integrated volume controls, a clean boost for even the most demanding headphones like planar magnetic or high-impedance types and 6dB bass boost all in one neat package with up to 8 hours battery life.

Premium materials and technology

Brushed aluminium housing and braided high-end silver cabling offer rugged usability that will last, ensuring pristine boosting of your signal for immersive entertainment for years to come. THX's AAA amplifier technology offers a zero-compromise experience that delivers the world's lowest distortion and can guarantee the maintenance of high-end quality at all volume levels, true linear amplification.

Features

  • Inline headphone amplifier with THX AAA Amplifier technology
  • Delivers max volume +12dB with no distortion or noise
  • Independent bass boost offers lifted low end, especially helpful with videos and games
  • Plug and play design ensures no added components are required
  • Brushed aluminium housing provides durable longevity
  • Braided high-end silver cabling offers high conductivity ensuring optimal signal integrity
  • Up to 8 hours battery life offers extended use
  • The simple inline layout offers full control of smartphones, tablets and PCs

Physical

Material Aluminium
Cable Custom shielded silver cable with moulded strain relief
Input Stereo TRRS 3.5mm male connector
Output Stereo TRRS 3.5mm female connector
Power supply Internal USB rechargeable battery
Battery life 6+ hours
Charge time 2.5 hour fast charge, traditional charging time longer
Weight 30.55g
Dimensions 3.5mm male cable to device - 610mm

DB12 Amp - 70mm x 22mm x 12mm

3.5mm female cable to headphones - 51mm

Technical

Amplifier THX AAA Amplifier - THX Certified
Gain +12 dB (full range), +12dB
Independent bass boost +6dB on 60-100Hz frequencies
Frequency response +0.01 / -0.2dB 20Hz-20kHz with 32 ohm load
Output power 109mW at 16 ohms with <0.1 THD (watts per channel)
Output power 111mW at 32 ohms with <0.1 THD (watts per channel)
Output impedance <0.4 ohms
Crosstalk -91dB, 10K ohms: 0.0028184
Noise 10uV, potentiometer at nil
SNR 114dB, 300 ohms, <1 THD
Harmonic distortion THD: -102dB, 16 ohms, 10mW: 0.0008

THD: -102dB, 32 ohms, 5mW: 0.0008

THD: -109dB, 10K ohms, 0.049mW: 0.00035
Intermodulation distortion IMD: -70dB, SMPTE 70 Hz + 70 kHz, 16 ohms: 0.03

IMD: -80dB, SMPTE 70 Hz + 70 kHz, 32 ohms: 0.01

IMD: -80dB, SMPTE 70 Hz + 70 kHz, 10K ohms: 0.01

General

Product code HACF-100G

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