Pedal-based Headphone Amps - OBNE vs Mooer vs Saturnworks

[Daniel Evan R]

I posted this first over in the "Effects" forum but closed that thread as I now think it's more appropriate here... I'm really interested in a clean, simple, pedal-sized 9v supply powered headphone amp to use at the end of my effects chain for silent practicing. No cab sim, or the option to turn off a cab sim, is very important as I'll be using it with both both my bass and guitar pedalboards. I've narrowed down my search to three similarly featured and priced pedals - the [Invalid or Expired Link Removed], the Invalid Link Removed, and the Saturnworks Headphone Amp - and want to know if anyone has hands-on experience with any of them. Before anyone suggests it, I'm not interested in the PJB BigHeads or the Ashdown Tone pocket because of their respective formats, costs, and power requirements.

 

[Robass1963]

So what did you decide? I'm interested in the Saturnworks myself, and contacted them with several questions, very quick to respond.

 

[Daniel Evan R]

So what did you decide? I'm interested in the Saturnworks myself, and contacted them with several questions, very quick to respond.

I haven't pulled the trigger just yet - I've been using a Boss GT-1B with both my four string and my Bass VI and it's proved to be a fantastic headphone focused practice amp replacement, especially with the effects and preamp sims. Not small by any means, but for around the house it's perfect. Out of the options I listed above, I still have the Saturnworks on my wishlist as I like the design and want something 9v powered. I wish MXR would put their Headphone Amp pedal back in production!

 

[Robass1963]

I went ahead and ordered the Saturnworks with MP3 input. Liked the simple design that's made in USA supporting local skills. Bryan was very helpful when inquiring about their products. Will post comments when I receive and plugged in.