Integrated Amp Reviews

Description: Solid-state, class-A/B integrated amplifier with internal DAC, Bluetooth receiver, and remote control. Analog inputs: 2 balanced (XLR), 2 unbalanced (RCA). Preamplifier outputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA). Protections: full short circuit, thermal, ultrasonic, RF signal muting & current limiter. Communication: Ethernet RJ45 full remote configuration interface, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n. Digital outputs: coaxial, TosLink (16–24 bits, 44.1–192kHz). Digital input sample rates: USB (44.1–384kHz, 16–32 bits, DSD64/128/256). Digital sampling rates: 44.1–768kHz. Digital filter: 8x oversampling. Digital-to-analog converters: 2-channel, AK4490EQ. Analog filter: Bessel, third-order. Output power: 300Wpc into 8 ohms (24.8dBW), 450Wpc into 4 ohms (23.5dBW). Frequency response: 10Hz–50kHz, ±0.1dB, at 10dB below rated output power. Distortion (SMPTE-IM): <0.5%. Signal/noise: >100dB, A-weighted. Analog input impedance: 20k ohms balanced, 10k ohms unbalanced. Power consumption: 950W (4 ohm load at full output).
Dimensions: 17.25" (440mm) W by 6" (150mm) H by 18" (455mm) D. Weight: 52 lbs (24kg).
Finishes: Black powder-coated matte case, silver or black faceplate.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 3001001.
Price: $5995. Approximate number of dealers: Sold direct and from 40 retail reps/retailers and 24 "Cary brokers." Warranty: 3 years, parts and labor.
Manufacturer: Cary Audio, 6301 Chapel Hill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607. Tel: (919) 355-0010. Fax: (919) 573-9573. Web: www.caryaudio.com.