AudioLineOut Recalls Studio Six Headphone Amplifiers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Electrocution Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2026-08-27). Hazards: electric shock, injury. Models: ST6. About 90 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 26720 |
| Published | 2026-08-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-27 |
| Product category | Hi-fi and Stereo Equip., Amplifiers, Speakers |
| Products | Studio Six Headphone Amplifiers |
| Firm named in the title | AudioLineOut |
| Firms | AudioLineOut LLC, of Portland, Oregon (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 90 |
| Model numbers | ST6 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock, injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Sold At: Independent stereo stores nationwide and online at aloaudio.com from December 2014 through December 2022 for about $3,900. |
Description
This recall involves Studio Six Headphone Amplifiers with model ST6. The amplifiers are black or silver. The amplifiers measure 15-3/4 inches high by 12 inches wide. The height for the lower level of the unit, top to bottom, is 5-3/4 inches; the height from the top of the upper level to bottom of the unit is 20-3/4 inches. In the front of the unit, there are four audio connectors for headphones. In the back, there are three sets (L and R) of RCA inputs. Also in the back is a connector for an auxiliary power device.
Hazard
When the amplifiers are used with aftermarket metal base tubes, the bare metal can become electrified, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrocution.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled amplifiers immediately and contact AudioLineOut for a free repair. Consumers should contact AudioLineOut at support@aloaudio.com for a prepaid shipping label to ship back the product for repair. Alternatively, consumers can utilize the originally supplied vacuum tubes.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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