Wattson Audio
Wattson Audio immediately caught our attention for their clean-slate design approach, which seeks to transcend the ordinary and redefine what’s possible in high performance sound. Their products are lean and elegant, stripped of non-essentials and keenly focused on delivering a vivid musical performance. The line started with streaming DACS, and digital and analog interfaces and will expand over the next year. The collaboration between Wattson Audio and CH Precision unites two distinct but philosophically aligned brands - each driven by a passion for musical authenticity, sonic precision, and meticulous craftsmanship.
Currently showing the Madison LE and Emerson ANALOG Streamer/DACs.
Arriving around June 6 the Madison power amplifier.
Learn more about the Madison amplifier at Wattson Audio
Madison Amplifier
The Madison Amplifier is a reference-class stereo power amplifier developed in close collaboration with the acclaimed high-end audio manufacturer CH Precision. Representing the next evolution in Wattson’s growing line of precision-crafted audio equipment, the Madison Amplifier delivers a powerful yet refined listening experience that preserves every detail of the original recording.
The Madison Amplifier delivers 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms, offering more than enough headroom to drive complex loudspeakers with confidence and control. The amplifier is a true dual-mono design Class A/B topology, tuned to deliver rich harmonics, expansive soundstage depth, and ultra-low distortion.
Madison LE DAC
Wattson Audio's flagship digital streamer and DAC, the Madison LE Streamer, embodies Wattson's philosophy of purity and simplicity while pushing the boundaries of digital audio performance at its price point. At its core, Madison LE Streamer's advanced and upgradable DSP-driven digital circuitry elevates musical fidelity and musicality.
Our own experience with this DAC: we’ve not encountered a device that elicits such a feeling of corporeality and subtle realism from digital.
Emerson ANALOG
Wattson Audio's entry level digital streamer and DAC, the Emerson ANALOG, delivers a flawless music stream directly to your preamp or amplifier line input without the clutter of multiple components or cables. From hand-selected components and bespoke circuit design to precision-milled casework and proprietary software, every element reflects Wattson’s expertise. Features include the lossless LEEDH digital volume, native support for both PCM and DSD, and dedicated clocks for 44.1 and 48kHz sample rates. As with the Madison, the Emerson is Roon Ready and supports both Tidal Connect and Qobuz Connect through the Wattson App.