Java Hi-Fi Double Shot GaN FET Stereo Power Amplifier
The Double Shot pairs natural, un-electronic clarity with 400W of commanding dynamic reserve, keeping complex mixes spacious, focused and composed at serious levels. TONEAudio MAGAZINE found its GaN FET design richly detailed yet intimate with vocals, while its neutral balance and RCA/XLR connectivity make it a persuasive anchor for demanding loudspeakers.
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Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
94/100
Build Quality
89/100
Value for Money
95/100
Pros
Delivers tremendous dynamic range, bass authority and composure at high playback levels, including with demanding low-impedance speakers.
Combines natural, low-electronic-coloration tonality with fine detail, intimate vocals and strong image focus.
Offers balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs in a carefully finished, stylish chassis.
Considered strong value for its power and resolution relative to pricier amplifiers.
Cons
Spatial performance benefits from roughly an hour of warm-up.
Its output does not fully double into 4 ohms.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 94/100
The Double Shot is described as natural and remarkably free of electronic character, combining fine detail and vocal intimacy with confident large-scale output. Its presentation remains spatially organized and composed as volume rises, with especially strong praise for pace, reserve, and musical engagement.
Transparency Resolution
94/100
The reviewer says the amplifier excels at small sonic details and takes clarity and pace beyond the related integrated model through its dedicated power supply. Its natural, “un-electronic” presentation was convincing enough that the reviewer stopped thinking about amplifier topology during extended listening.
Tonal Balance Musicality
93/100
The Double Shot is praised for sounding fantastic while maintaining a natural rather than overtly hi-fi character. Breathy male and female vocals are said to carry authority across their ranges, producing an intimate and engaging presentation.
Dynamics
95/100
Its 400W-per-channel output is credited with tremendous dynamic range and reserve for modern speakers, including those with lower sensitivity and nominal 4-ohm loads. The reviewer found it capable of revealing subtle texture at low levels while reaching high sound-pressure levels without losing composure.
Soundstage Imaging
94/100
After warm-up, the amplifier is said to offer greater spatial information while preserving a tight, coherent musical flow. Instruments remain locked into distinct spaces and retain focus even at extreme volume, an ability the reviewer considers uncommon.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
89/100
The review notes careful finishing, with rounded corners and detailed wood-and-metal surfaces. Engineering is purposeful rather than overloaded: the amplifier provides 400 watts per channel, balanced and single-ended inputs selectable from the rear panel, and a clean, uncluttered layout.
Value for Money
95/100
At roughly $8,995 to $9,495, the Double Shot is positioned as a premium power amplifier, yet the reviewer says it competes with amplifiers costing considerably more. TONEAudio also gave it an Exceptional Value award, citing its combination of power and resolution.
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Specifications
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- 400 watts/8 ohms 1 x pair of line-level RCA inputs (single-ended) 1 x pair of line-level XLR inputs (fully balanced) Dimensions: 44 cm x 41.5 cm x 13 cm (w/d/h) Weight: 15.4kgs (34lbs)
Manufacturer's Description — Java Hi-Fi
- ETI Research RCA connectors
- ETI Research speaker binding posts
- 8mm anodised aluminium front panel
- Innovative inverted PCB assembly for vibration and resonance control of the audio circuit
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- Alma Music & Audio — online and in-store — San Diego, California, United States (website)
- AUDIOFILE — online and in-store — 's Gravenmoer, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands (website)
- Audiolab Stereo & Video — online and in-store — Morrisville, Pennsylvania, United States (website)
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- Simco Audio — online and in-store — Pasadena, California, United States (website)
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- The Audio Co. — online and in-store — Gurugram, Haryana, India (website)