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- Chassis: Ultra sturdy up to 20mm CNC crafted aluminum with solid copper inlays
Description
The MA100 Mono Power Amplifiers reflect the heart and soul of music. The parallel single ended transformer coupled MA100 combines the best of both worlds: the power of two 300B's - to create a state-of-the-art triode parallel single ended reference mono power amplifier combined with the magic of a reference 300B single ended amplifier.
The parallel single ended transformer coupled MA100 combines the best of both worlds I wanted to bring together: the power of two 300B's - to create a state-of-the-art triode parallel single ended reference mono power amplifier combined with the magic of a reference 300B single ended amplifier. With our MA100 mono power amplifiers, three legendary power triodes are freely available for selection according to your taste as well as needs. If a little more is needed, the Legendary WE300B is also available upon request.
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Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
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15HC Coaxial Horn Speaker
- Positioning: A versatile coaxial horn speaker designed for dynamic sound reproduction.
- Description: Features a 2.5-inch mid-high compression driver, offering a distinct coaxial design that enhances sound integration. Compared to the 15FH, provides a more compact and efficient design, making it suitable for smaller spaces while maintaining high sensitivity and a wide frequency range. This model balances performance and space efficiency, with a focus on dynamic sound in a more compact form.
15FH Horn Speaker
- Positioning: A reference horn speaker offering a full-range sound experience.
- Description: Equipped with a 4.0-inch mid-high compression driver, delivering a live dynamic character with exceptional musicality. It stands out from the 15HC with its larger driver and backloaded horn design, providing a deeper soundstage and more immersive experience.
15 Signature Horn Speaker
- Positioning: The flagship model in the lineup, designed for ultimate sound performance.
- Description: Features a 5.0-inch compression driver and a specially designed aluminum horn, offering excellent sound clarity and resonance control. It surpasses both the 15FH and 15HC in terms of build quality and technical sophistication.
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Founding Year
2002
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Tobian is a hifi speaker brand renowned for its high-efficiency, horn-loaded speakers, handcrafted in Switzerland.
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Audio Research
Reference 330M
90000
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Released
2024
The Reference 330M puts you right there, and does not let you forget that you are listening to a living performance captured in time, just waiting to be unearthed with no potential left unrealized. The beauty, the emotion, the dynamics, the life are all there to conjure total immersion, whenever you want it.
Audio Research is a hifi brand that has stayed committed to tube technology while many competitors moved to solid-state designs. The brand is known for its use of KT150 power beam tetrodes and hybrid power supply designs that blend tube amplification with solid-state regulation.
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Product Strengths
- Fully balanced design, handcrafted in the USA
- Employs a sextet of KT170 valves, ECC83, and 6H30, with hand-selected and matched valves
- Features Audio Research's 'Auto-Bias' circuitry and an internal hour meter for monitoring valve usage
- Aesthetically elegant design with unique 'Ghost Meters' which are LED-illuminated and can be dimmed or switched off
- Capable of delivering high power at low frequencies, controlling and driving speakers like a big solid-state amplifier
Product Considerations
- High price point
- Requires a 20A IEC cable (supplied)
- The bass control and sheer bass output of the Gryphon Audio Antileon EVO (solid state) could not quite be matched by the Reference 330M
- The unit use a variable speed fan, although it was essentially silent during testing, this may still present a point of concern for some users
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Gryphon Audio Antileon EVO: The Gryphon Audio Antileon EVO (solid state) has slightly better bass control and output
Takeaway: The Audio Research Reference 330M is an intelligently engineered and beautifully styled amplifier that embodies the meaning of 'Reference' in sound quality. Its powerful valve design delivers excellent performance and is sure to be a conversation piece in any high-end audio setup.
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Audio Research is a hifi brand that has stayed committed to tube technology while many competitors moved to solid-state designs. The brand is known for its use of KT150 power beam tetrodes and hybrid power supply designs that blend tube amplification with solid-state regulation.
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