Tube Power Amp Reviews

Description: Single-ended but balanced tube monoblock power amplifier. Output power: 70W into 8 ohms or 4 ohms (18.5dBW, 15.5dBW, respectively). Frequency response: 5Hz–35kHz, –3dB. S/N ratio: 100dB (A-weighted). Distortion: better than 0.05%, –66dB, at 1W (1kHz), predominantly second harmonic. Input impedance: 100k ohms. Input sensitivity: 2V for 30W output. Damping factor: 3 (8 ohms).
Dimensions: 19.5" W by 11" H by 15" D. Weight: 85 lbs.
Serial number of unit reviewed: Not noted.
Price: $6500/pair (1998); gold-plated trim rings, $500; protective tube cage, $100. Approximate number of dealers: 12.
Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, 212 Third Avenue N., Suite 446, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Tel: (612) 317-4550. Fax: (612) 359-9358. Web: www.belcantodesign.com.