TRAVELLER
German Class A Performance — Now in Your Pocket
Description ⌄
Compact portable headphone amplifier by Lehmann Audio — handcrafted in Germany for on-the-go audiophile listening. The Traveller is Lehmannaudio's high-performance portable headphone amplifier, built for audiophiles who refuse to compromise on sound quality away from home. A fully analogue discrete output stage with zero global feedback delivers 120mW into 33Ω and 12mW into 330Ω, with THD below 0.02% and SNR above 95dB — performance figures that rival many desktop amplifiers. Volume is controlled by a microprocessor-managed passive resistor network for precise channel matching at all levels; the last-set volume is stored automatically on power-off. A unique 'Centre Adjust' function optimises the acoustic centre for asymmetric recordings or hearing compensation. The built-in 4,000mAh lithium-ion battery provides over 20 hours of playback and charges via Micro-USB in under 6 hours. Two 3.5mm jacks serve as input and output/headphone. Dimensions: 80×90×25mm; weight: 196g.
Technical background
The Traveller miniaturises Lehmann Audio's Class A amplification philosophy into a portable form factor, running on internal rechargeable batteries for up to 20 hours. Volume is controlled via a passive precision resistor ladder network — chosen over potentiometers for better channel tracking at low listening levels. The integrated USB DAC enables direct connection to computers and mobile devices without additional hardware.
Design story
The Traveller was conceived to answer the question: what would a Lehmann Audio headphone amplifier look like if portability were the primary constraint? Developed in Cologne using the same circuit design principles as the desktop Linear range, it brings zero-compromise Class A topology to listeners who refuse to sacrifice performance when away from their desk.
Best for
Audiophiles wanting premium headphone amplification in a compact, portable-friendly form; minimalist desktop setups and travel systems Audiophile commuters and travellers; professionals needing reference-grade portable monitoring; desktop Linear owners wanting matching portable performance Portable headphone amplification; travel listening with full-size headphones; mobile studio monitoring; USB DAC for laptop or phone
Awards & press
⭐ N/A N/A "The Traveller is the finest portable headphone amplifier Lehmann has ever built — reference performance on the move." — Headfonia "Portable, powerful and precise — the Traveller sets a new standard for on-the-go audiophile listening." — SoundStage! Network
Features ⌄
- Portable Class A headphone amplification — made in Germany
- USB-C charging and operation; DAC function built-in for direct connection to computers and mobile devices
- German-engineered precision audio circuit for audiophile-grade portable listening on the move
- 20-hour battery life; USB-C charge and digital operation
- 3.5mm and 6.3mm headphone outputs; integrated USB DAC for computer connection