Solid State Power Amp Reviews

Description: Solid state, class-AB, mono power amplifier. Inputs: 1 single-ended (RCA), 1 balanced (XLR). Output: 1 pair binding posts. Power output: 200W into 8 ohms (23dBW), 350W into 4 ohms (22.43dBW). Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, –0.1dB, 3Hz–500kHz, –3dB. Voltage gain: 22× (28dB). Input sensitivity (for full power into 8 ohms): "40V/22, You do the math." Input impedance: 47k ohms (unbalanced), 47k ohms (balanced). Damping factor: >200 into 8 ohms, 20–20kHz. THD: <0.01%, 20Hz–20kHz, at 200W into 8 ohms. IMD: <0.01%, CCIR, at 200W into 8 ohms. Signal/noise: >120dB, IHF A-weighted ref. full power. Power consumption: 750W maximum.
Dimensions: 16" (406.4mm) W × 3.875" (98.43mm) H × 13" (330.3mm) D. Weight: 55lb (25kg).
Finish: Silver aluminum and black.
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 2901187 & 2901250; "designed and built in California."
Price: $3198/pair (the Schiit website says $1599 but notes that "You need two Tyrs for stereo"). Number of dealers: 1, and sold direct. Warranty: 15-day money-back guarantee after purchase; 5 years parts and labor.
Manufacturer: Schiit Audio, 24900 Anza Dr., Unit A, Valencia, CA 91355 (HQ); 22508 Market St., Newhall, CA 91321 (store). Tel: (323) 230-0079 (HQ); (661) 388-2257 (store). Email: info@schiit.com (general inquiry), orders@schiit.com (for sales support). Web: schiit.com.