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Chord SPM 14000 Ultimate monoblock power amplifier Specifications

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Description: Solid-state power amplifier with switching power supply. Maximum output power: 1000W into 8 ohms at 0.01% distortion (30dBW), 2000W RMS into 4 ohms (30dBW), >2800W RMS into 2 ohms (28.45dBW). Dynamic headroom: 1100W RMS into 8 ohms, 2200W RMS into 4 ohms. Frequency response: 10Hz–90kHz, –3dB (into 8 ohms). Voltage gain: 30dB. Signal/noise: better than –103dB, A-weighted ref. two thirds power. Output impedance: 0.03 ohm. Output inductance: 2.6mH. Stability: unconditional.
Dimensions: 18.9" (480mm) W by 12.2" (310mm) H by 26.3" (668mm) D. Weight: 165 lbs (75kg).
Serial Numbers Of Units Reviewed: 8492, 8493.
Price: $75,000/pair. Approximate number of dealers: 13.
Manufacturer: Chord Electronics Ltd., The Pumphouse, Farleigh Bridge, East Farleigh, Kent, England ME16 9NB, UK. Tel: (44) (0)1622-721444. Fax: (44) (0)1622-721555. Web: www.chordelectronics.co.uk. US distributor: Bluebird Music, 620 Wilson Avenue, Suite 360, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Z3, Canada. Tel: (416) 638-8207. Fax: (416) 638-8115. Web: www.bluebirdmusic.com.

COMPANY INFO
Chord Electronics
US distributor: Bluebird Music
620 Wilson Avenue, Suite 360
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Z3, Canada
(416) 638-8207
www.bluebirdmusic.com
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CharleyGabriel's picture
Submitted by CharleyGabriel on April 7, 2016 - 7:59pm

I purchased 3 Chord amps and a preamp for various systems. Pre amp magnetic function selectors failed, making preamp useless. Stereo amp 1. one channel failed. Stereo amp 2. one channel failed. Stacked stereo amp, one channel in each amp failed. Remaining channels emitting shriek. As pre and amps were used in Central Europe repairs would have cost massive 2 way transport and insurance to UK for repair plus heavy repair/testing bills. Went to DIY tubes, Transcendent Sound, SE OTL. Realized the best full range speakers need 1/10 of a watt! Audio Nirvana, AER etc. Good luck with your Chords!

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