The Ferrum WANDLA is a flagship digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and preamplifier engineered around the ESS Sabre ES9038PRO chip paired with Ferrum's proprietary current-to-voltage (I/V) conversion stage. Driven by SERCE—a proprietary ARM-based digital audio system module—WANDLA simplifies the signal path, handles full MQA decoding, and introduces Dynamic Digital Filtering (DDF) featuring custom digital filters developed by Signalyst (creators of HQPlayer). Featuring a fully balanced analog circuit with balanced XLR and RCA inputs/outputs, a high-resolution touchscreen UI, and versatile audio-optimized inputs (USB, Coaxial, Optical, AES/EBU, HDMI ARC, and I2S), WANDLA delivers exceptional clarity and fatigue-free transparency. It can also be paired with the HYPSOS Hybrid Power System via the Ferrum Power Link (FPL) connection with 4T sensing for maximum audio fidelity.
| Frequency response | 10 Hz – 200 kHz ±0,1 dB |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 10 W v nečinnosti / 15 W max. |
| Analogue Inputs | RCA |
| Net weight | 1,8 kg (3,97 lbs) |
| Line Inputs | Symetrický XLR, Nesymetrický RCA |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 21,7 cm × 20,6 cm × 5,0 cm (8,6" × 8,1" × 2,0") |
| Output Impedance (Single-Ended) | 44 Ω |
| Power Adapter | 100 – 240 V AC na 24 V DC |
| Power Inputs | 22 – 30 V DC |
| Volume Control | Analógové s možnosťou bypassu / digitálne výhradne pre režim DAC |
The Ferrum Audio brand is an exceptionally successful Polish pioneer in the field of headphone audio and premium power supplies. It was founded in early 2020 under the umbrella of its parent company, HEM, in the Warsaw region, which is historically known for iron mining and a rich tradition of precision craftsmanship. Frédéric Chopin himself hailed from the same region, and Ferrum aims to bring the art of music and emotion to the whole world. The brand name refers to the Latin term for iron, symbolising the durability, uncompromising resilience and technical robustness of its design solutions.
Ferrum Audio combines decades of research with local manufacturing and a clear philosophy: to deliver the ultimate audiophile experience in compact and stylish devices offering exceptional value for money. The brand made a name for itself with its very first product – a hybrid power supply that redefined the possibilities for powering audio components. This was followed by fully balanced headphone amplifiers and D/A converters with headphone outputs, which quickly established themselves amongst the world’s best. Ferrum products are capable of extracting the absolute maximum from headphones – with an extremely transparent soundstage, great dynamics, ultra-low distortion and a level of detail that breathes new life into the music.
Manufacturer information (GPSR)
Manufacturer
HEM Sp. z o.o.
Al. Jerozolimskie 475 05-800 Pruszków Poland
+48 22 823 72 38