{"product_id":"chord-electronics-anni-desktop-amplifier","title":"Chord Electronics Anni Desktop Amplifier","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chord Electronics Anni is a compact desktop integrated amplifier designed to power both high-performance headphones and compact loudspeakers. Part of Chord's Qutest range, Anni brings technology derived from the company's ULTIMA amplification platform into a small, precision-machined aluminum chassis ideal for desktop and compact HiFi systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivering 10 watts into 8Ω, Anni combines Chord's dual-feed-forward error-correction topology with dedicated headphone and loudspeaker outputs, two analog line inputs, and selectable gain control.\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/chord-electronics-anni-front-2_1.jpg?v=1790240826\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eULTIMA-Derived Amplifier Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnni incorporates Chord's dual-feed-forward error-correction circuit topology, bringing technology developed for the ULTIMA amplifier range to a compact desktop design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amplification stage continuously monitors and compensates the signal, whether Anni is being used with headphones or compact loudspeakers. A Class AB sliding-bias design and high-frequency switch-mode power supply support the amplifier's compact, high-performance architecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadphone \u0026amp; Speaker Amplification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnni is designed to serve both headphone and loudspeaker systems from a single compact component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor headphone listening, it provides dedicated 3.5 mm and 6.35 mm headphone outputs, allowing two compatible headphones to be connected simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor loudspeakers, Anni provides 4 mm banana-type speaker outputs and delivers 10 watts into 8Ω, making it particularly well suited to efficient compact loudspeakers and desktop monitors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA two-stage gain control provides additional flexibility when matching Anni with different loudspeaker systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Analog Line Inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnni provides two unbalanced RCA line-level inputs, allowing two compatible analog sources to remain connected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front-mounted volume control also functions as the input selector, keeping everyday operation simple while maintaining the compact footprint of the Qutest range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Anni is an analog integrated amplifier, it does not include a built-in DAC or phono stage. Digital sources require a separate DAC, while a turntable requires a compatible phono preamplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for the Qutest System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnni shares the compact form factor of Chord's Qutest DAC and Huei phono stage, making the three components natural partners for a modular desktop or compact HiFi system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQutest can provide high-resolution digital-to-analog conversion, Huei can handle moving-magnet and moving-coil turntables, and Anni provides the amplification for headphones or compact loudspeakers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe components can also be housed in Chord's optional Qutest System Stand (QSS) for a compact stacked installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 W desktop integrated amplifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eULTIMA-derived dual-feed-forward technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass AB sliding-bias operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrives both headphones and compact loudspeakers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5 mm and 6.35 mm headphone outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo stereo RCA analog inputs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-stage speaker gain control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact solid-aluminum chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to complement Qutest and Huei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chord Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54588983017756,"sku":null,"price":2205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-09-20T131325.719.png?v=1789890295","url":"https:\/\/rockonav.com\/products\/chord-electronics-anni-desktop-amplifier","provider":"RockOnAV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}