Absolare (HiFi): Reviews, Used Pricing, and Dealers

Absolare

Amplifiers

Preamplifiers

Website

absolare.com

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Amplifiers

Class: Tube

Used Products

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Average Price

$40,001-$75,000

Brand Popularity

418

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Founding Year

2012

Headquarters

United States

Absolare

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Absolare pioneered a hybrid amplifier design that combines the warmth of single-ended circuits with the control of push-pull formats, achieving the rare feat of bringing single-ended's signature midrange qualities to a hybrid configuration. Absolare is renowned for its luxuriously designed, leather-wrapped amplifiers and world-class expertise in vacuum tube hifi amplifiers.

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Integrated Amplifier

Positioning: The entry-level model in Absolare's lineup, offering a balance of performance and affordability.
Description: Praised for its lush midrange and powerful bottom end, making it ideal for those seeking a rich sound in a compact form. Unlike the more powerful Hybrid Mono and Stereo models, it offers 200W of power, suitable for medium-sized rooms and a variety of speakers, while maintaining the sonic purity of its tube preamplification.

Hybrid Stereo Amplifier

Positioning: Positioned as a step above the Integrated Amplifier, offering more power and a dual mono design.
Description: Delivers 275W of power, providing a more dynamic and immersive soundstage than the Integrated model. It is perfect for users with larger rooms who need more power but cannot accommodate the dual chassis of the Hybrid Mono, offering a similar sonic signature with slightly less power.

Single Ended Triode Amplifier

Positioning: A specialized model for audiophiles seeking the unique sound of triode amplification.
Description: Known for its magical midrange, offering 52W of pure class-A power, ideal for those who prioritize midrange clarity and emotional expressiveness. It differs from the Push-Pull model by focusing on a more intimate sound.

Push-Pull Amplifier

Positioning: Designed for those who need more power and versatility than the Single Ended Triode can offer.
Description: With 85W of power, combines the finesse of triode sound with the ability to drive a wider range of speakers. It offers nearly double the power of the Single Ended Triode, while maintaining a zero-feedback design for sonic purity.

Hybrid Mono Amplifier

Positioning: Absolare's flagship model, offering the highest performance in their lineup.
Description: Delivering 320W of power, the Hybrid Mono Amplifier is the pinnacle of Absolare's engineering, combining the power of solid-state with the warmth of tube sound. It provides unmatched dynamics and realism compared to the other models, making it the best choice for those seeking the ultimate audio experience.

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