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What reviewers are saying
We read all the reviews. Here's what reviewers feel most strongly about:
- Electrocompaniet's design is often described as "Norwegian" or "Nordic" emphasizing a sound signature that is "relaxed," "warm," "natural," and "organic," aiming for long-term listening enjoyment without fatigue and to evoke imagery of the Nordic landscape and nature.
- Electrocompaniet components use direct-coupled, high open-loop bandwidth topology, enhanced by high slew-rate and very high-bandwidth amplifier stages, referred to as "Ampliwire 2" technology, which emphasizes amplifying the source signal without coloration.
- Electrocompaniet's amps offer significant flexibility by functioning in stereo, bi-amp, or bridged-mono modes, and some models include customizable DSP settings, such as speaker size, crossover, and bass gain adjustments.
- Electrocompaniet is committed to in-house design and manufacturing, taking place entirely in Norway, with close quality control over the entire process from PCB production to final assembly.
Our favorite reviewer quotes:
- "The timbre of the grouped voices was reproduced so naturally that it was a 'raising the hairs on the back of your neck' moment – we all crave a special connection to our chosen music, and this delivered it. It isn't all auditory fireworks from the AW 300 M, however, as it can also kick back and relax with dreamy music like Nine Horses ' Atom and Cell – which oozed syrupy smoothness." (https://www.stereonet.com/uk/reviews/electrocompaniet-aw-300-m-power-amplifier-review)
- "They do well at giving large, complex orchestral music and opera all the realism you can achieve in a home audio system, and they provide about as convincing an illusion of live music in reproducing chamber pieces, smaller jazz groups, soloists, and lead singers as anything approaching their price. They get both the timbre and the dynamics of woodwinds, brass, and complex strings right—and far too few hifi components do." (https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/electrocompaniet-ecc-1-cd-player-ec-47-preamp-and-aw180-monoblock-power-amplifier-tas-198)"Most notable is the magic that now happens in the midrange. Mind you, this is not a "tube" kind of magic. It's not a sweet or rich sound but rather a very lifelike, live-band-like communicative power that becomes ever more invigorating the longer (and the louder:-) you listen." (https://www.hifi-advice.com/blog/amplifier-reviews/power-amplifier-reviews/electrocompaniet-aw180-and-aw600-nemo-part1/2)
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Products
Lineup comparison
We think it's helpful to understand how their products compare. To learn more about each, scroll to the section above to click through to individual product pages.
ECI 80D:
- Positioning: The entry-level integrated amplifier in Electrocompaniet's lineup.
- Description: Offers a compact and versatile solution with built-in Bluetooth HD streaming and a phono preamplifier, making it ideal for small rooms or users seeking an all-in-one unit. Unlike the ECI 6 MKII, it provides less power output but includes features like dual headphone outputs, which are absent in higher models, catering to users with a focus on headphone listening and budget-friendly options.
ECI 6 MKII:
- Positioning: The mid-range integrated amplifier, offering more power and sophistication than the ECI 80D.
- Description: Features a robust power supply and sophisticated preamplifier module, delivering substantial and dynamic sound suitable for larger rooms. It lacks the streaming capabilities of the ECI 6DX MKII but offers a more powerful output than the ECI 80D.
ECI 6DX MKII:
- Positioning: The high-end integrated amplifier with advanced streaming capabilities.
- Description: Combines high-quality amplification with a built-in DAC and streamer, supporting services like Tidal and Spotify. It offers similar power to the ECI 6 MKII but adds extensive digital connectivity and streaming options.
AW250-R:
- Positioning: The versatile stereo power amplifier positioned for high-performance audio setups.
- Description: Features Electrocompaniet's Floating Transformer Technology, providing twice the current of conventional designs, which is beneficial for users seeking high current delivery for demanding speakers. It offers a balanced link for bi-amping, unlike the AW 300 M.
AW 800 M:
- Positioning: The flagship monoblock power amplifier, representing the pinnacle of Electrocompaniet's power amplifier offerings.
- Description: Features a heavily updated power supply with 210,000 uF filtering, providing an exceptionally clean and noise-free output, perfect for users seeking the ultimate in sound purity and power. It surpasses the AW 300 M in power output and flexibility, offering mono, stereo, and bi-amping modes.
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