Solid State Power Amp Reviews

Description: Solid-state stereo power amplifier. Rated output power (20Hz–20kHz): 175Wpc minimum continuous sinewave power into 8 ohms (22.4dBW), with no more than 0.1% THD (FTC); 375Wpc minimum continuous sinewave power into 4 ohms (22.7dBW), with no more than 0.3% THD (FTC); bridged-mono, 700W continuous sinewave power into 8 ohms (28.5dBW), 1200W mono into 4 ohms (27.8dBW). Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB. Input impedance: 70k ohms. Voltage gain: not specified. Power consumption: typically 225W at idle.
Dimensions: 17.25" (431.25mm) W by 7.25" (181.25mm) H by 19" (475mm) D. Shipping weight: 60 lbs (27kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 15360632.
Price: $2995 (1994); no longer available (2008). Approximate number of dealers: 50.
Manufacturer: Classé Audio, 5070 François-Cusson, Lachine, Quebec H8T 1B3, Canada. Tel: (514) 636-6384. Fax: (514) 636-1428. Web: www.classeaudio.com.