Sidebar 1: Specifications
Description: Solid state, fully balanced, high-bandwidth, fully discrete dual-mode (class-A, class-AB), dual-mono stereo power amplifier with 20-amp IEC connector, thermal regulation, precision VU meters, and choice of High Power and High Current output modes. All fully discrete, custom-designed components with nonmagnetic leads. Inputs: one pair XLR (balanced), one pair RCA (single-ended). Trigger input for remote on/off: +5–20V switch. High current connector for use with optional external PS 3100 HV power supply, designed for High Power mode. Outputs: left and right stereo high current pair. Power output, High Power mode: 300Wpc into 8 ohms (24.8dBW), 500Wpc into 4 ohms (24.0dBW) (stereo); 380W into 8 ohms (25.8dBW), 650W into 4 ohms (25.1dBW) (mono). High Current mode, class-A: 22Wpc into 8 ohms (13.4dBW), 11Wpc into 4 ohms (10.4dBW) (stereo); 75W into 8 ohms (18.75dBW), 44W into 4 ohms (16.4dBW) (mono). High Current mode, class-AB: 70Wpc into 8 ohms (18.45dBW), 135Wpc into 4 ohms (18.3dBW) (stereo); 140W into 4 ohms (18.45dBW) (mono). Power draw: 0.5W standby, 145W idle in High Power mode, 220W idle in High Current mode; 1500W maximum. Input sensitivity for full output: 600mV (RCA), 1200mV (XLR). Gain: 32.4dB (RCA), 26.5dB (XLR). Input impedance: 25k ohms (RCA), 50k ohms (XLR). THD: 0.03%. Signal/noise ratio: >115dB. Damping factor: >65. Slew rate: 60V/µs. Frequency response: 0.5Hz–180kHz, +0/–3dB. Power supply filtering: 120,000µF. Output polarity: noninverting.
Dimensions: 18.1" (460mm) W × 6.7" (170mm) H × 18.1" (460mm) D. Weight: 83.8 lb (38kg).
Finishes: Silver or titanium; custom colors available.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 3027 3060 00019. Manufactured in Herford, Germany.
Price: $29,900. Approximate number of dealers: US 29; Canada 5. Warranty: three years, parts and labor.
Manufacturer: T+A elektroakustik GmbH & Co. KG, Planckstrasse 9-11, 32052 Herford, East Westphalia, Germany. Web: ta-hifi.com. US/Canada sales: T+A North America. Tel: (912) 576-7000. Email: hello@tahifi-na.com.
Dimensions: 18.1" (460mm) W × 6.7" (170mm) H × 18.1" (460mm) D. Weight: 83.8 lb (38kg).
Finishes: Silver or titanium; custom colors available.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 3027 3060 00019. Manufactured in Herford, Germany.
Price: $29,900. Approximate number of dealers: US 29; Canada 5. Warranty: three years, parts and labor.
Manufacturer: T+A elektroakustik GmbH & Co. KG, Planckstrasse 9-11, 32052 Herford, East Westphalia, Germany. Web: ta-hifi.com. US/Canada sales: T+A North America. Tel: (912) 576-7000. Email: hello@tahifi-na.com.
