CPSC recall 26-720, announced August 27, 2026, covers AudioLineOut Studio Six Headphone Amplifiers (about 90 units). 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. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the recalled amplifiers immediately and contact AudioLineOut for a free repair. Recall contact: call 971-279-4357, go to aloaudio.com, or email support@aloaudio.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- December 2014 through December 2022
- Price paid
- $3,900
Why it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official 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.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 971-279-4357, go to aloaudio.com, or email support@aloaudio.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- AudioLineOut
- Product type
- Speakers
- Recall number
- 26-720
- Units
- About 90
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Sold At: Independent stereo stores nationwide and online at aloaudio.com from December 2014 through December 2022 for about $3,900.
- Distributor
- AudioLineOut LLC, of Portland, Oregon
Studio Six Headphone Amplifiers
CPSC product type: Hi-fi and Stereo Equip., Amplifiers, Speakers
This recall in context
Compared with the 23 speaker recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 90 units: the 18th-largest of 18 speaker recalls that state a unit count. The median is 5,500 units.
- Hazard
- Electric shock: named in 4 of 23 speaker recalls.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 6 of 23 speaker recalls, the most common remedy.
- Time on sale
- About 8 years. Recalled 44 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
AudioLineOut at 971-279-4357 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at support@aloaudio.com, or online at https://aloaudio.com/ and click on “Safety Notice” or go directly to https://aloaudio.com/pages/studio-six-headphone-amplifier-safety-recall for more information and to fill out a contact form.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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