--- product_id: 67613368 title: "Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB" brand: "sennheiser" price: "$U266155" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Sennheiser" url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/67613368-consumer-audio-hdv-820-reference-headphone-amplifier-dac-ess-9028pro store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # 384 kHz sampling rate 32-bit ESS SABRE DAC Balanced XLR4 outputs Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB **Brand:** sennheiser **Price:** $U266155 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your audio game — because your headphones deserve the HDV 820 experience. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB by sennheiser - **How much does it cost?** $U266155 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/67613368-consumer-audio-hdv-820-reference-headphone-amplifier-dac-ess-9028pro) ## Best For - sennheiser enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sennheiser brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Power Meets Elegance:** Robust amplifier power effortlessly drives demanding headphones without compromise. - • **Visual Sophistication:** Anodized black finish with sleek white LED accents complements your modern audio setup. - • **Unleash Sonic Precision:** Experience every subtle nuance with the ESS SABRE32 DAC delivering pristine 32-bit audio clarity. - • **Balanced Output Advantage:** Unlock full audio potential with balanced XLR4 connections for immersive, distortion-free sound. - • **Future-Ready Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect via USB, coaxial, or optical interfaces for versatile high-res audio sources. ## Overview The Sennheiser HDV 820 is a premium reference-class headphone amplifier and DAC featuring the cutting-edge ESS SABRE32 32-bit DAC with up to 384 kHz sampling and DSD256 support. Designed with a sleek anodized aluminum chassis and multiple digital inputs (USB, coaxial, optical), it delivers powerful, distortion-free amplification optimized for high-end headphones. Balanced XLR4 outputs ensure maximum sound fidelity, making it the ultimate choice for audiophiles seeking unmatched sonic detail and clarity. ## Description The Perfect Partner for Reference-Class Headphones There are two things that mark a quest for perfection: It is never completed and it has the potential to bring out the most extraordinary things with the power to shape the future within its field. Enter the HDV 820 which will surely change the way you listen to and experience your music. That is if you are lucky enough to possess headphones capable of turning the extremely high-quality audio signal delivered by the HDV 820 into an aural quality just as supreme. The Mission: Better the Best When you have engineered audio components that represent the state of the art going one better is the most rewarding task Sennheiser can think of. It was the task they set out on when they designed the HDV 820. Pioneering into new technological territory they found still more sonic truth to bring to their most demanding clientele. The Sound: Making Great Headphones Show All Their Class Virtually everything. That is what the HDV 820 will give to your headphones. So it will be up to them to make it heard. The different timbres of two otherwise identical instruments. The distance between the musicians of an orchestra the tension before a singer delivers the first note - It is all there for you to discover. The Technology: Only the Unsurpassed The higher the tech the higher the emotion. The heart of the new HDV 820 is a formidable ESS SABRE32 DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that surpasses the previous generation with an even higher resolution of 32 bits and a sampling rate of up to 384 kHz. The amplifier is also capable of playing DSD256 files of up to 12.3 MHz. The Design: Giving the Eyes a Taste of How it Sounds Fittingly for an audio component that delivers such an incredibly pure sonic experience the HDV 820 has also been created to delight visually. It features a new anodized black finish with white LED lights that has been designed to perfectly complement the latest version of Sennheiser's f Review: Audirvana when paired with the HD800S - No other amp could feed the power thirsty Senn HD800S in the way the HDV820 can. I tried a couple in the price range, and this was so far beyond what the others could muster, it’s indescribable. While I know they were built to go alongside the Senn HD820, take my advice and wait for Sennheiser to release the HD820S (which will inevitably come down the pike) because, unfortunately, those cans just aren’t in the same orbit as the HD800S. The DAC and amplifier are amazing. But if you buy this amp and don’t use the balanced outputs, you’ll only be experiencing 60% of what you paid for. In fact, the improvement I personally experienced when I switched out my 6.3 mm unbalanced leads for a balanced XLR4 connect was so dramatic, I almost couldn’t believe it. But after a few hrs on Reditt, I found that almost all owners had the same experience. Lastly, this amplifier has power to spare. One can easily patch in two extra buddies with no audible loss in quality or grunt. It just handles everything you throw at it with a shrug. This amp is worth every dollar, and considering how expensive it is, I don’t say that lightly. Enjoy! PS I don’t work for Sennheiser 😄 Review: Unable to connect to any Windows computer - I am so angry that I tried to connect it to multiple window computers but I failed. ## Features - The sound: Making great headphones show all their class - The technology: Only the unsurpassed - The design: Giving the eyes a taste of how it sounds - The compatibility: Outstanding sound will find a way - Dimensions: 8.82" x 1.73" x 12.05" ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0756VZSWS | | Best Sellers Rank | #125,553 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #201 in Headphone Amps | | Brand | Sennheiser | | Built-In Media | HDV 820, AC Cable, USB driver, owners manual | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 37 Reviews | | Item Type Name | Sennheiser HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB | | Item Weight | 5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Sennheiser | | Mfr Part Number | 507444 | | Model Number | HDV 820 | | Warranty Description | 2 years | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sennheiser - **Interface Type:** Coaxial, Optical, USB - **Mounting Type:** Tabletop - **Number of Channels:** 4 - **Number of Pins:** 14 ## Images ![Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610QzxfCEVL.jpg) ![Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51bvoxn2LxL.jpg) ![Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yi7sgAN+L.jpg) ![Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61qd2fr8gSL.jpg) ![Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QZK7rITXL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Audirvana when paired with the HD800S *by K***. on December 8, 2018* No other amp could feed the power thirsty Senn HD800S in the way the HDV820 can. I tried a couple in the price range, and this was so far beyond what the others could muster, it’s indescribable. While I know they were built to go alongside the Senn HD820, take my advice and wait for Sennheiser to release the HD820S (which will inevitably come down the pike) because, unfortunately, those cans just aren’t in the same orbit as the HD800S. The DAC and amplifier are amazing. But if you buy this amp and don’t use the balanced outputs, you’ll only be experiencing 60% of what you paid for. In fact, the improvement I personally experienced when I switched out my 6.3 mm unbalanced leads for a balanced XLR4 connect was so dramatic, I almost couldn’t believe it. But after a few hrs on Reditt, I found that almost all owners had the same experience. Lastly, this amplifier has power to spare. One can easily patch in two extra buddies with no audible loss in quality or grunt. It just handles everything you throw at it with a shrug. This amp is worth every dollar, and considering how expensive it is, I don’t say that lightly. Enjoy! PS I don’t work for Sennheiser 😄 ### ⭐ Unable to connect to any Windows computer *by S***C on March 15, 2019* I am so angry that I tried to connect it to multiple window computers but I failed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ super pricey -- but were you really counting this price???? *by C***N on July 16, 2020* Hella expensive - but the best headphone amp I have owned - and this is my 4th. The sound is natural and full — just expensive sound but I cannot complain ## Frequently Bought Together - Sennheiser Consumer Audio HDV 820 Reference Headphone Amplifier DAC - ESS 9028PRO Sabre with USB - SENNHEISER HD 820 Over-the-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Ring Radiator Drivers with Glass Reflector Technology, Sound Isolating Closed Earcups, Includes Balanced Cable, 2-Year Warranty (Black) - Sennheiser Genuine Adapter Cable Female 1/4" 6.3mm to Male 1/8" 3.5mm Plug for Headphones --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/67613368-consumer-audio-hdv-820-reference-headphone-amplifier-dac-ess-9028pro](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/67613368-consumer-audio-hdv-820-reference-headphone-amplifier-dac-ess-9028pro) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*