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Studio Six headphone amplifier recalled over electrocution risk

The regulator says aftermarket metal base tubes can become electrically charged when the amplifiers are used, and that no incidents or injuries had been reported in Canada as of Sept. 23, 2026.

By Lucas Hart Health & Science Published 1 source 1 min read
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The Studio Six Headphone Amplifier has been recalled because the metal base of the tube can be electrically charged when the amplifiers are used with aftermarket metal base tubes, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrocution, the regulator said in a recall and safety alert published Oct. 8, 2026.1

As of Sept. 23, 2026, the company had received no reports of incident or injury in Canada, according to the alert.1

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  1. Recalls and Safety Alerts - Consumer products ​​Studio Six Headphone Amplifier​ recalled due to electric shock hazard Regulator Retrieved 9 Oct 2026, 01:00 UTC · published 8 Oct 2026

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