Classé is Canada’s leading maker of high-performance
music and theater components. Since building our first amplifier in 1980,
passion and dedication have inspired the research that yields Classé’s
outstanding no-compromise electronics.click image to enlarge Situated just
outside Montréal, the Classé facilities are headquarters for design,
manufacturing and administration. Chairman Mike Viglas, at the helm of Classé
for more than twenty years, began his involvement as an audiophile customer who
fell in love with the original Classé amplifiers, designed by founder David
Reich. Since the early days, Mike has transformed the company into a global
brand, with digital audio and multichannel technologies to supplement Classé’s
core amplifier and preamplifier designs.In 2001, Classé became part of the B&W
Group. The distribution, financial and organizational resources offered by this
leading UK-based loudspeaker manufacturer have propelled Classé to the forefront
of contemporary high-end audio design.Classé components are developed by
specialists covering a diverse array of disciplines, including analog and
digital audio and video electronics, software, mechanical and industrial design.
Our electronics are designed for music and movie lovers who appreciate beauty
and elegance in all its forms. Our performance goals can be summed up in a
single word: fidelity. We strive for simplicity of operation and a refined
appearance for all Classé components. Classé manufacturing employs both
automatic and manual assembly procedures. Quality is maintained by choosing the
best process for the operation, followed by inspection and testing stages.
Premium quality parts, in many cases made specifically for Classé, enhance both
the performance and reliability of our components. We are as proud to make these
wonderful instruments as our customers are to own them.For those who invest in a
Classé-based system, the entertainment experience can be truly breathtaking.
Every Classé component is designed and built to last a lifetime; to engage and
involve, long after its price is forgotten.
Amplificatore integrato 2 x 100W su 8 ohm, 2 x 200W su 4 ohm. Display TFT touch
screen. Stadio finale ad alta corrente. Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria
complementare. Stadio di alimentazione con trasformatore toroidale e
condensatori ultra-veloci. 4 ingressi RCA, 1 ingresso XLR. RS-232. Trigger
IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati. Telecomando.
The
CAP-2100 combines the separate component preamp CP-500 and CA-2100 amplifier
into a single elegant and powerful package. Features include balanced and
single-ended inputs, dual speaker binding posts, TFT touchscreen display, IR
remote and bi-directional RS-232 control.model CAP-2100 frequency response
distortion (THD + noise)10Hz - 22kHz ± 0.1dB 0.005% (1Vrms balanced input)
preamp section sensitivity 1.0Vrms(balanced input, volume 86) S/N
ratio channel separation >90dB >95dB power amp section power/channel
(continuous) (120VAC line, 1kHz signal regulated to 1% THD + noise into
resistive load, all channels driven) load (resistive) 8Ω 100W
4Ω 200W inputs single-ended inputs single-ended tape inputs balanced
inputs 3pr RCA (incl. 1pr w/phono option) / 100kΩ 1pr RCA / 100kΩ 1pr XLR /
200kΩ outputs speaker single-ended (preamp out) balanced tape out
2pr 1pr RCAnone1pr RCA power consumption idle power consumption rated
power consumption 125W 260W weights & measurements width depth
height gross weight net weight 17.5” (445 mm)16.5” (419 mm)(excluding
connectors)4.75” (121 mm)59 lbs (27 kg)50 lbs (23 kg)
Preamplificatore stereo in
"classe A" con ingressi ad alto livello.Display TFT touch screen. Circuitazione
bilanciata a simmetria complementare. Alimentazione con trasformatore toroidale
da 24VA. 4 Ingressi RCA, 2 ingressi XLR, 2 uscite RCA e 1 XLR. Tape monitor.
RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati. Telecomando.
The
CP-500 is designed for two-channel music systems where superior musical
performance and flexibility are required. The two primary preamplifier
functions, source selection and volume control, are accomplished by executing
fundamental design principles with premium parts. The Classé Design Team have
developed the CP-500 to yield exceptional subjective performance while also
achieving excellent measurements in the laboratory. It is the pursuit of both
technical and musical virtue that inspire the CP-500 preamplifier. Advanced
Mechanical Platform Most people incorrectly assume that vibration is only a
concern for mechanical audio devices, such as disc players. The truth is that
all audio components suffer loss in performance while subjected to external
vibration and shock. This has been known to be a huge problem for vacuum tube
devices (tap the top cover on a tube preamp and listen for sound coming through
the speakers), but even solid state circuitry will generate noise signals,
called microphonic distortion, when set in relative motion. This problem must be
addressed, since most stereo components are installed in the listening room
where they are used. They are subject to the vibrations induced by the sound of
the system itself. The Classé Design Team are aware of these issues and take
measures to protect against this clarity-reducing form of distortion. As with
other Classé models, the CP-500 chassis is made of both steel and aluminum. The
front panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius on the front
corners. The feet are specially designed with Navcom™ LimbSaver® material to
reduce the effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system, the chassis
provides a rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the preamplifier circuitry.
Stable and Quiet Power Source High-performance audio circuits depend on clean,
stable power. The Classé Design Team have gone to great lengths to ensure the
CP-500 circuitry always benefits from an ideal power source. A custom made,
shielded, high-regulation toroidal transformer with dual secondary windings
keeps power for left and right channels completely separated back through the
transformer. There is no electrical connection between channels. In addition to
inter-channel isolation, digital control circuits are electrically separated
from the analog audio circuitry. In all, nine separate regulators are used to
provide locally clean power and isolation for independent circuit blocks. Low
noise rectifiers and low ESR bypass capacitors also play a crucial role in
supplying fast, quiet and stable power.Motherboard and Layout The motherboard (main
pc board) of the CP-500 is made of high-grade FR-4 glass-epoxy. It provides both
mechanical and electrical (low dielectric constant) advantages over less
expensive materials. Left and right channels are located well away from each
other along the center line of the motherboard, with good space between to
optimize stereo separation. Large ground planes support quiet and fast power
reservoirs and signal path lengths are kept to a minimum, with thick (2oz.) and
wide (.05” to .075”) radiused copper traces to enable ideal low impedance
connections. In short, the audio paths are short, simple and ideally managed to
achieve greater purity and consistency of sound. Balanced Circuitry The CP-500
signal path is balanced from input to output. Even single-ended (RCA) type
signals are treated as if they were balanced, with common mode noise and
distortion on the ground being rejected when the balanced outputs are connected
to a differential amplifier, such as a Classé Delta series amplifier. This
method also allows single-ended signals to pass without additional
single-ended-to-balanced converter stages in the signal path. Balanced circuits,
also called differential, provide a means for rejecting noise and distortion
whenever it appears identically on two different signals. For this reason,
balanced components and interconnects are designed to handle two separate
signals. One is an inverted or mirror image of the other. When applied to a
differential amplifier, the signals are subtracted, one from the other. The
result is that noise and distortion that are the same on both signals (common
mode) get subtracted away. The signals that are opposites of one another would
add to zero if they were being added together, but since they are being
subtracted, they produce a larger, clean copy of the original. When well
executed, balanced signal paths may significantly outperform the standard
single-ended variety. Signal Path Components The CP-500 switches inputs with
shielded relays. They use gold-plated silver contacts and are ideal for
switching low-level audio signals. In addition to passing ultra-low current and
low-voltage signals, these precision relays are rated to perform to their
specifications for over 100 million cycles. Volume is controlled using a Burr
Brown PGA 2310 stereo volume control for each channel. The use of this stereo
part in each channel maximizes stereo separation while also allowing better
common mode rejection than would be possible with individual volume control
devices for the two signal halves. This special high voltage part (±16V) allows
any source to be connected without attenuation in the preceding buffer stage.
Buffers at the input and output isolate the volume control from the source and
amplifiers respectively. The input buffer provides a constant impedance load for
sources while the output buffer offers a constant source impedance to amplifiers.
The result is consistently high performance at any volume with a wide range of
sources and amplifiers. In total, only 4dB of gain is needed from the buffers
and 2dB from the volume control. This additional gain is only used in rare
circumstances when the volume control is operated above 90.0dB.The beauty of the
CP-500 design lies in its simplicity. The Classé Design Team used their
knowledge and experience to develop the most simple and elegant design. The
outstanding performance of the preamp owes to their careful orchestration of
mechanical and electrical systems and the human ear. While the CP-500 test bench
performance is exceptional, it does not tell the whole story. The volume control,
buffers, precision resistors and bypass capacitors were all chosen based on
listening evaluations. As always at Classé, the human ear is the final arbiter
of sound. Optional Phono The CP-500 may be fitted with optional Classé phono
modules (CPM). Gain is selectable from the front panel to accommodate both
low-output (MC) and high-output (MM) cartridges with 72dB and 42dB of gain
respectively. The signal path benefits from clean, quiet power, supplied by
local ultra-low-noise regulator amplifiers. The entire signal path, including
RIAA equalization is performed in balanced mode, preserving one of the inherent
benefits of phono cartridge outputs. The CPM uses discrete, low-noise output
drivers and passive components are all high-grade polypropylene capacitors and
1% film-type resistors. Custom phono loading may be added to available sockets
on the pc board. Installation by an authorized Classé dealer is recommended.
Control Digital control circuitry in the CP-500 is executed on several isolated
locations including the center of the motherboard, a daughter card near the AC
input and on a separate board behind the front panel. Power is derived from a
separate winding on the main transformer as well as an independent secondary
transformer/power supply. In addition to the preamp operation controls, the
CP-500 monitors line voltage, frequency, AC phase and ground condition as well
as internal temperature. Full control is available from the bi-directional
RS-232 port on the rear panel, as well as by IR remote. DC trigger outputs
enhance the system automation available from the CP-500. Touchscreen The front
panel controls are implemented by way of a TFT touchscreen display, which
simplifies the user interface, reduces display-related noise and allows users
the convenience of customization. Name input buttons as you like and disable
those that are not in use to remove them from the main operation screen. The
touchscreen makes the preamplifier easier to use and also adds to its aesthetic
value, whether used alone or together with other Classé Delta series components.
Even a brief audition will confirm that whatever
Preamplificatore stereo in
"classe A" con ingressi ad alto livello. Display TFT touch screen. Circuitazione
bilanciata a simmetria complementare. Stadio di alimentazione in chassis
separato formato da 3trasformatori. Volume separato per i due canali. 4 Ingressi
RCA, 2 ingressi XLR, 2 uscite RCA e 2 XLR. Tutti gli ingressi non utilizzati
vengono automaticamente scollegati. Tape monitor. RS-232. TriggerIN/OUT. RJ45
per bus dati. Scheda Phono MM/MC plug-in opzionale (CPM). Telecomando in
alluminio.
The
CP-700 is designed for audiophiles who enjoy the luxury of choosing ultimate
musical performance over budgetary concerns. Excellent laboratory measurements,
powerful control and configuration flexibility, and an elegant touchscreen
interface add to the utility and value of Classé's top Delta series preamplifier.
Building from a Strong FoundationPreamplifiers are charged with two seemingly
simple tasks: source selection and volume control. The challenge, however, lies
in the care with which small and delicate audio signals are treated and the
degree to which they are protected from external sources of corruption. Advanced
audio circuit designs may employ premium component parts and proper construction
techniques, but fail to deliver the ultimate in performance due to their
environment. Commonly recognized environmental quality concerns include power
supply and electromagnetic noise. Less obvious is the effect of physical
vibrations, which can generate microphonic distortions in sensitive circuits.
Sonically, the effect is like adding a thin veil over the sound. Since most
stereo components are installed in the listening room where they are used, they
are subjected to the vibrations induced by the sound of the system itself. To
reduce the effects of vibration on the CP-700 circuitry, the Classé Design Team
utilizes a Delta series chassis, made of both steel and aluminum. The front
panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius on the front corners.
The feet are specially designed with Navcom(TM) LimbSaver ® material, which
provide excellent damping of vibrations, both internal and external to the
chassis. As a mechanical system, the Delta series chassis is optimized as an
ideal foundation on which to build world-class electronic components. Power and
Tranquilit Audio circuits require clean and stable power to reach their full
performance potential. And while all Delta series components benefit from
high-quality power supplies, the Classé CP-700 goes to an extreme. AC power
connects to an external power supply chassis, where noise from the AC mains is
completely isolated from the sensitive audio signals. Inside the power supply
chassis are two pc boards. The lower board handles the conversion of AC to DC,
while the upper manages the regulation of DC for the CP-700. Common mode chokes
are used to filter noise from the AC entering the power supply chassis. They
also filter noise on the return path, preventing the CP-700 from adding noise
back onto the AC mains. After the filters, two small transformers sit in
parallel. One powers a circuit which monitors line conditions such as voltage
and phase. The second powers auxiliary circuitry consisting of sensors and logic
circuits. The Audio circuits are powered by a third, larger transformer, rated
at 135VA and constructed with five separate secondary windings. One winding is
dedicated to control circuits while two each are devoted to left and right
channels. The four audio channel supplies use discrete full-wave bridge
rectifiers with high-speed Schottky diodes, each separately bypassed with low
ESR capacitors. For left and right channels, four newly developed positive DC
regulator amplifiers are used in tandem to generate the required + and - DC
voltages. This topology allows tighter voltage regulation with a smaller voltage
drop than had been possible before. The small voltage drop translates into
reduced ground current and results in less heat dissipation. Together, these
factors further reduce the already low noise floor. A shielded, high-current/low-impedance/low-loss
DC cable and connector system ensures that the CP-700 audio circuits enjoy all
the benefits of the clean and stable power developed in the external supply. For
safety, the female connector is fixed to the power supply chassis; the male
connects to the preamplifier chassis. In this way, no connector pins are exposed
on the chassis which is connected to the mains power. As a further safety
measure, the power supply itself will not turn on without a preamplifier
connected.Layout and Circuitry To optimize stereo separation on the CP-700
motherboard (main pc board), left and right channels are located well away from
one another on the left and right sides of the board with control circuitry
between them in the center. The five DC sources provided by the external supply
are further refined with local regulation blocks in three separate areas:
control, left channel (+ and -) and right channel (+ and -). Low ESR OSCON and
film-type bypass capacitors are used throughout to ensure a fast and quiet
reservoir of power. The motherboard also features unusually large power and
ground traces to ensure excellent low impedance distribution of power. Input
signals are routed through high quality connectors which have been properly
terminated to avoid crosstalk from unused inputs. A ground plane between
adjacent connectors further ensures that each input benefits from a low noise
electrical environment. Input selection is handled by special shielded,
low-voltage relays with gold-plated silver contacts that are ideal for switching
low-level audio signals. In addition to passing ultra-low current and
low-voltage signals, these precision relays are rated to perform to their
specifications for over 100 million cycles. The switching scheme disconnects all
unused input signals from the chassis, giving the selected source what amounts
to its own, dedicated preamp. Single-ended sources are routed through an
instrumentation-grade input buffer to generate a truly balanced signal. Unlike
other single-ended to balanced conversion topologies, both legs of the resulting
differential signal share the same path lengths and are truly symmetrical.
Simpler topologies have one leg routed through a separate inverter/buffer stage
or simply pass the ground connection along as if it were the inverted half of
the balanced signal (as in the CP-500 preamp). While all of these methods do
work, they involve some compromise. The best results are obtained using the more
complex but higher performance topology employed in the CP-700. Balanced
Circuitry Balanced circuits, also called differential or symmetrical, provide a
means for rejecting noise and distortion whenever it appears identically on two
different signals. For this reason, balanced components and interconnects are
designed to handle two separate signal paths per channel. One is an inverted or
mirror image of the other. When applied to a differential amplifier, the signals
are subtracted, one from the other. The result is that noise and distortion that
are the same on both signals (common mode) get subtracted away. The signals that
are opposites of one another would add to zero if they were being added together,
but since they are being subtracted, they produce a larger, clean copy that is
twice the size of the original, minus anything that was the same on both signals.
The signal is now larger compared with the noise (improved dynamic range) and
noise and distortion common to both paths have been largely eliminated. When
well-executed, balanced signal paths may significantly outperform the standard
single-ended variety. All signals, once in the balanced mode, are routed through
a DC servo to remove any unwanted DC from the source. Coupling the signal in
this way eliminates the need for sonically degrading DC blocking caps, while
protecting speakers from the possible damage or distortion resulting from
passing DC through to the amplifier. As in the CP-500, separate stereo volume
controls are used for each channel to maximize stereo separation and allow
better rejection of common mode noise and distortion. The output of each
channel's volume control consists of an inverted and a non-inverted signal,
which are routed to the plug-in output buffer circuit boards. These four-layer
circuit boards each contain a total of six identical circuits making up three
discreet, three-stage differential buffer amplifiers (+ and - paths for each
buffer). One is dedicated to the single-ended output. The other two are
dedicated to the inverted and non-inverted signals on the balanced outputs.
Because they have their own dedicated output buffers, both single-ended and
balanced output stages may be used simultaneously with absolutely no degradation.
For balanced signals a further benefit applies. Any small imbalance caused by
the volume control is eliminated by the configuration of the differential output
buffers. Keeping in mind that the balanced output buffers consist of four
identical circuits, two are employed as a differential buffer amplifier for the
inverted signal and two for the non-inverted. The balanced output of the volume
control drives both + and - sides of the inverted path, then with polarity
reversed, drives the - and + sides of the non-inverted path. This topology
assures optimum common mode rejection for amplitude errors as well as any other
common mode noise or distortion artifacts. The topology of each output buffer is
executed with discrete components. Low-noise J-FETs are utilized at the inputs,
gain is provided by second-stage bipolar transistors and the MOSFETs are used at
the output to isolate the load from the bipolar gain stage. As with amplifiers
and other audio components, preamp performance ultimately depends on intelligent
design choices and careful execution. Throughout the CP-700, parts selection,
circuit topologies and layout, and construction techniques contribute to
outstanding performance in both the laboratory and the listening room. Optional
Phono The CP-700 may be fitted with optional Classé phono modules (CPM). Gain is
selectable from the front panel to accommodate both low-output (MC) and
high-output (MM) cartridges with 72dB and 42dB of gain respectively. The signal
path benefits from clean, quiet power, supplied by local ultra-low-noise
regulator amplifiers. The entire signal path, including RIAA equalization is
performed in balanced mode, preserving one of the inherent benefits of phono
cartridge outputs. The CPM uses discrete, low-noise output drivers and passive
components are all high-grade polypropylene capacitors and 1% film-type
resistors. Custom phono loading may be added to available sockets on the pc
board. Installation by an authorized Classé dealer is recommended. Control
Digital control circuitry in the CP-700 is executed on several isolated
locations including the center of the motherboard, a daughter card near the AC
input of the external power supply and on a separate board behind the front
panel. Power for control circuits is derived from a separate winding on the main
transformer as well as an independent secondary transformer/power supply. In
addition to the preamp operation controls, the CP-700 monitors line voltage,
frequency, AC phase and ground condition as well as internal temperature. Full
control is available from the bi-directional RS-232 port on the rear panel, as
well as by IR remote. DC trigger outputs enhance the system automation available
from the CP-700. Touchscreen The front panel controls are implemented by way of
a TFT touchscreen display, which simplifies the user interface, reduces
display-related noise and allows users the convenience of customization. Name
input buttons as you like and disable those that are not in use to remove them
from the main operation screen. The touchscreen makes the preamplifier easier to
use and also adds to its aesthetic value, whether used alone or together with
other Classé Delta series components. Even a brief audition will confirm that
whatever your musical preferences, a Delta series preamplifier can help your
system reach a new level of refinement. And you may discover new life from even
your oldest recordings. complex music passages,
the powerful drive circuit cannot modulate the sensitive input circuit.
La maggior parte dei preamplificatori
hi-end in commercio, sono i diretti discendenti di prodotti costruiti per
decadi. Il CP-800 è qualcosa di completamente nuovo; abbina una realizzazione
hi-end senza compromessi, alla capacità di sfruttare al meglio le nuove
tecnologie audio legate al mondo della musica liquida. Per la prima volta, non
esistono compromessi ad un prezzo accessibile. E c’è di più……. USB L’audio del
computer non sempre significa scarsa qualità MP3. Se il CD viene importato senza
perdite di qualità, l’audio del computer è esattamente pari a quello del CD. Il
vantaggio è la possibilità di accedere ad una libreria immensa di brani ed
artisti, tramite iPad, iTouch o iPhone. A volte bisogna scegliere tra
convenienza o prestazioni, il CP-800 le offre entrambe. Tramite il suo DAC
interno, qualsiasi sorgente collegata all’ingresso USB (1 frontale + 1
posteriore), verrà completamente trasformata per le massime prestazioni
musicali. E’ compatibile con Apple iPhone, iPod, iTouch e iPad. BASS MANAGEMENT,
PEQ E TONE CONTROL BM: Quando si posizionano i diffusori in ambiente, la
priorità viene sempre data alla loro simmetria nella stanza ed all’immagine
sonora, mentre si trascura la loro capacità di scendere in frequenza. La
soluzione è l’introduzione di un subwoofer, il quale risulta sempre come un
compromesso, almeno fino all’arrivo del CP-800. Con il suo DSP interno, è in
grado di fornire al subwoofer un segnale dedicato, con possibilità di intervento
sia sulla frequenza che sulla pendenza del taglioPEQ: Indipendentemente dal
posizionamento dei diffusori e del subwoofer nella stanza, il CP-800 ha al suo
interno un equalizzatore parametrico nel dominio digitale in grado di migliorare
l’emissione sonora dei diffusori secondo vari parametri e senza compromessi. TC:
I controlli di tono sono sempre stati banditi dai preamplificatori hi-end,
mentre il CP- 800 è orgoglioso di reintrodurli, sicuramente in una veste
diversa. La differenza più importante è che sono completamente digitali e
permettono di adattare finemente il suono a tutti i gusti musicali, senza
stravolgere il brano originale. QUALITA’ ANALOGICA Il CP-800 è il miglior
preamplificatore analogico di sempre in casa Classè, con il suo Pure Analog
By-Pass, il quale, una volta selezionato, spegne automaticamente ogni circuito
digitale interno. Inoltre la sua circuitazione completamente bilanciata, con i
canali sinistro e destro elettronicamente isolati, ne fanno uno dei migliori
preamplificatori hi-end attualmente in commercio.Caratteristiche
tecniche
Distorsione: 0.0005% sorgente digitale 0.004% sorgente analogica Livello
d’uscita: 9Vrms (sbilanciato)18Vrms (bilanciato) Impedenza d’ingresso: 100Kohm
(sbilanciato) 50Kohm (bilanciato) Impedenza d’uscita: 100ohm (sbilanciato)
300ohm (bilanciato) Rapporto Segnale/Rumore: 104dB, sorgente analogica by-pas
101dB, sorgente analogica processata 105dB, sorgente digitale Separazione tra i
canali: > 100dB Consumo in stand-by: < 1W Consumo in funzione: 31W Dimensioni:
445mm larghezza 445mm profondità 121mm altezza Peso: 10,5Kg
Finale di potenza stereo ad
alta corrente. 2 x 100W su 8 ohm, 2 x 200W su 4 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata a
simmetria complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver
e transistor bipolari per gli stadi diuscita. Trasformatore toroidale. Ingresso
RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Building
powerful amplifiers is a relatively simple proposition. While size and heat
dissipation are usually considerations, high-powered amps are available at
relatively modest prices. So why do some clearly sound better? The answer lies
in the control of the power and the degree to which designers optimize the
performance of their chosen technologies. Solid State Design Most designers who
use solid state devices tend to choose a favorite type of device (bipolar,
MOSFET, J-FET, etc.) and design around its known strengths and weaknesses. It's
a logical approach, since knowing everything about one type of device is easier
than knowing everything about all of them. But the Classé Design Team have
decades of experience working with many different devices. They have intimate
knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in solid state devices of
every major category. This knowledge enables a more creative design approach,
where devices of different type are used to maximum advantage in each
amplification stage. In order to achieve consistently high performance across
the entire range of amplifiers, Classé designs are derived from a common
platform, sharing common circuit blocks and in some cases, entire channel
modules. J-FET devices are utilized in the input stage because of their high
input impedance and low offset current. As a result, Classé amplifiers are easy
to drive and low-noise, they don't interact adversely with interconnect cables,
and with J-FET input stages, require no sound-degrading coupling capacitors.
MOSFET devices, like J-FETs, are voltage driven. They were chosen for the driver
stage, where they deliver the necessary voltage gain while also being
well-suited to meet the current requirements of the output stage. Bipolars, if
driven with sufficient current, are excellent high-current output devices for
amplifier output stages. Bipolars are also capable of superior low frequency
performance and stability compared with the alternatives. All Classé amplifiers
share the benefits of these and other design choices where tradeoffs are
balanced to achieve uniquely compelling sound. Class A For Classé amplifiers,
output stage DC bias is set to idle at a relatively low level to minimize heat.
As the output increases under load, the bias increases, remaining at about 1/3
of the total output power. So for example, a Classé amplifier delivering 100W
into an 8 load will be operating at about 30W Class A, eliminating any effect of
switching distortion normally associated with a Class A/B design. Power Supply
All Classé amplifiers use custom-designed, high-regulation toroidal transformers
for low noise and high current capability under load. These large and expensive
parts are protected from potentially harmful in-rush current at turn-on by large,
series surge resistors. Each transformer is built with separate secondary
windings to enhance channel separation while giving all channels the benefit of
the massive, over-built transformer core. Power supply filtering is taken to the
extreme in Classé amplifiers. Large banks of small to moderately sized
capacitors smooth ripple on the supply voltage and provide a virtually limitless
reservoir of power that can be accessed instantaneously by the audio circuits.
It is the combination of speed and total size that make this approach
particularly desirable in high-performance amplifiers. Circuit
ManagementBuilding amplifiers with exceptional sound that are also reliable is
an illusive goal for many designers. The Classé Design Team have developed new
techniques for managing circuits without degrading amplifier performance. Gone
are the internal fuses that sometimes act too slowly and degrade sound. Gone are
the DC blocking caps, used in other designs to protect loudspeakers from harmful
DC. In their place is a control circuit, driven by its own independent power
supply, devoted to managing the audio circuits without intruding in the signal
path. Output current is often required in massive amounts for short periods.
Knowing the difference between a large, temporary demand and a shorted speaker
cable, allows Classé amplifiers to perform their best and also protect
themselves from dangerous fault conditions. Hall-effect rings are used to
monitor output current, encircling the conductors without lying in the signal
path. Their output voltage is digitized and monitored over time, allowing the
amplifier to make an intelligent decision about whether the amplifier is
handling a demanding piece of music, or wrestling with a fault condition (such
as a shorted speaker cable).A DC servo is used to correct for DC voltages that
could degrade the sound or even harm loudspeakers if allowed to pass. Thermal
sensors inside, including sensors on every heatsink, monitor operating
temperatures and switch the amplifier off if potentially harmful conditions
exist. The AC mains voltage, frequency, phase and ground condition are
constantly monitored to be sure that normal operating conditions exist.The
Classé Design Team have developed a robust system for ensuring the optimum
operation of Classé amplifiers and adequate protection of your investment. The
concept is simple. Classé amplifiers either sound their best, or they switch
off.Advanced Mechanical Platform In high-performance audio systems, every detail
matters, including the chassis that encloses the circuitry. Unwanted vibrations
caused by the sound of the system itself, can reduce clarity and resolution
through microphonic coupling. Classé amplifier chassis are made of both steel
and aluminum. The front panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius
on the front corners. The feet are designed with Navcom™ LimbSaver® material,
specially formulated to provide the proper durometer (or stiffness) for heavy
amplifiers, to reduce the effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system,
the chassis provides a rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the amplifier
circuitry.Balanced and Single-Ended All Classé amplifiers provide for both
balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs. The LEDs on the front panel tell
not only the number of channels, but also their mode of operation. Unlike other
designs, Classé amplifiers allow both single-ended and balanced connections to
be made simultaneously. For example, the user may choose to connect balanced
inputs for the left and right channels of a high-end preamp, while the
single-ended connections for these channels are connected to a surround
processor. The different inputs can then be selected from the front panel, or by
RS-232 via PC or an external control system.
CLASSE'CA-2200 €.5.950,00 Per
ordine e sconto
TELEFONA / E-MAIL Finale di potenza stereo ad alta corrente. 2 x 200W su 8 ohm, 2 x 400W su 4 ohm.
Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per
l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver e transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita.
Trasformatore toroidale. Ingresso RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT.
Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Building
powerful amplifiers is a relatively simple proposition. While size and heat
dissipation are usually considerations, high-powered amps are available at
relatively modest prices. So why do some clearly sound better? The answer lies
in the control of the power and the degree to which designers optimize the
performance of their chosen technologies. Solid State Design Most designers who
use solid state devices tend to choose a favorite type of device (bipolar,
MOSFET, J-FET, etc.) and design around its known strengths and weaknesses. It's
a logical approach, since knowing everything about one type of device is easier
than knowing everything about all of them. But the Classé Design Team have
decades of experience working with many different devices. They have intimate
knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in solid state devices of
every major category. This knowledge enables a more creative design approach,
where devices of different type are used to maximum advantage in each
amplification stage. In order to achieve consistently high performance across
the entire range of amplifiers, Classé designs are derived from a common
platform, sharing common circuit blocks and in some cases, entire channel
modules. J-FET devices are utilized in the input stage because of their high
input impedance and low offset current. As a result, Classé amplifiers are easy
to drive and low-noise, they don't interact adversely with interconnect cables,
and with J-FET input stages, require no sound-degrading coupling capacitors.
MOSFET devices, like J-FETs, are voltage driven. They were chosen for the driver
stage, where they deliver the necessary voltage gain while also being
well-suited to meet the current requirements of the output stage. Bipolars, if
driven with sufficient current, are excellent high-current output devices for
amplifier output stages. Bipolars are also capable of superior low frequency
performance and stability compared with the alternatives. All Classé amplifiers
share the benefits of these and other design choices where tradeoffs are
balanced to achieve uniquely compelling sound. Class A For Classé amplifiers,
output stage DC bias is set to idle at a relatively low level to minimize heat.
As the output increases under load, the bias increases, remaining at about 1/3
of the total output power. So for example, a Classé amplifier delivering 100W
into an 8 load will be operating at about 30W Class A, eliminating any effect of
switching distortion normally associated with a Class A/B design. Power Supply
All Classé amplifiers use custom-designed, high-regulation toroidal transformers
for low noise and high current capability under load. These large and expensive
parts are protected from potentially harmful in-rush current at turn-on by large,
series surge resistors. Each transformer is built with separate secondary
windings to enhance channel separation while giving all channels the benefit of
the massive, over-built transformer core. Power supply filtering is taken to the
extreme in Classé amplifiers. Large banks of small to moderately sized
capacitors smooth ripple on the supply voltage and provide a virtually limitless
reservoir of power that can be accessed instantaneously by the audio circuits.
It is the combination of speed and total size that make this approach
particularly desirable in high-performance amplifiers. Circuit
ManagementBuilding amplifiers with exceptional sound that are also reliable is
an illusive goal for many designers. The Classé Design Team have developed new
techniques for managing circuits without degrading amplifier performance. Gone
are the internal fuses that sometimes act too slowly and degrade sound. Gone are
the DC blocking caps, used in other designs to protect loudspeakers from harmful
DC. In their place is a control circuit, driven by its own independent power
supply, devoted to managing the audio circuits without intruding in the signal
path. Output current is often required in massive amounts for short periods.
Knowing the difference between a large, temporary demand and a shorted speaker
cable, allows Classé amplifiers to perform their best and also protect
themselves from dangerous fault conditions. Hall-effect rings are used to
monitor output current, encircling the conductors without lying in the signal
path. Their output voltage is digitized and monitored over time, allowing the
amplifier to make an intelligent decision about whether the amplifier is
handling a demanding piece of music, or wrestling with a fault condition (such
as a shorted speaker cable).A DC servo is used to correct for DC voltages that
could degrade the sound or even harm loudspeakers if allowed to pass. Thermal
sensors inside, including sensors on every heatsink, monitor operating
temperatures and switch the amplifier off if potentially harmful conditions
exist. The AC mains voltage, frequency, phase and ground condition are
constantly monitored to be sure that normal operating conditions exist.The
Classé Design Team have developed a robust system for ensuring the optimum
operation of Classé amplifiers and adequate protection of your investment. The
concept is simple. Classé amplifiers either sound their best, or they switch
off.Advanced Mechanical Platform In high-performance audio systems, every detail
matters, including the chassis that encloses the circuitry. Unwanted vibrations
caused by the sound of the system itself, can reduce clarity and resolution
through microphonic coupling. Classé amplifier chassis are made of both steel
and aluminum. The front panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius
on the front corners. The feet are designed with Navcom™ LimbSaver® material,
specially formulated to provide the proper durometer (or stiffness) for heavy
amplifiers, to reduce the effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system,
the chassis provides a rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the amplifier
circuitry.Balanced and Single-Ended All Classé amplifiers provide for both
balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs. The LEDs on the front panel tell
not only the number of channels, but also their mode of operation. Unlike other
designs, Classé amplifiers allow both single-ended and balanced connections to
be made simultaneously. For example, the user may choose to connect balanced
inputs for the left and right channels of a high-end preamp, while the
single-ended connections for these channels are connected to a surround
processor. The different inputs can then be selected from the front panel, or by
RS-232 via PC or an external control system.
Finale di potenza a 2 canali ad alta corrente. 2 x 300W su 8 ohm. Circuitazione
bilanciata a simmetria complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet
per i driver e transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore
toroidale. Ingresso RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45
per bus dati. Tecnologia ICTunnel per migliorare il raffreddamento e la qualità
audio.
Our
newest Delta series amplifiers embody all that Classé represents: innovation,
technological achievement, consummate craftsmanship,and iconic design. But they
are not just the latest in the distinguished line of Classé amplifiers to be
launched since 1980. They are new, revolutionary and unique. Performance first
The original Delta series amplifiers won more than critical acclaim. Elite audio
professionals use them to master music and movies that the whole world has
enjoyed. Our newest amplifiers are even better. Objectively, pure technical
measurements prove they deliver our highest performance ever. Subjectively, they
simply blow audiences away. The Classé design team has created the
ultimate environment toamplify an audio signal. The entire amplification process
occurs ona single board, creating the most direct and transparent signal
pathconceivable. Our uniquely miniaturized driver stage is virtually noise free,
so every nuance of the original signal reaches the output stage. Here, vast
quantities of clean power are controlled with absolute precision. Suddenly, the
world’s finest speakers sound even better.Performance fast There is a
relationship between temperature and performance but it is widely misunderstood.
Audiophiles say that optimal performance is obtained when an amplifier is
“warmed up,” but what does this actually mean? When is it warm enough and when
is it too warm? The exposed heatsink fins found on conventional amplifiers are
passive. They can’t help circuits reach their ideal temperature or keep them
there throughout a listening session. They run at a temperature wholly defined
by their environment and how loud they are playing. This can be far from
ideal.Heat management in Classé’s new Delta series amplifiers is providedby the
ICTunnel™ (pronounced Icy Tunnel), a sensor- and microprocessor- controlled
technology inspired by the heatsinks found in high-power laser and medical
equipment. Mounted inside the unit, the ICTunnel™ actively regulates the
amplifier temperature to ensure both optimum performance and reliability. From
room temperature, the amplifiers warm up fast. They reach their ideal
temperature in less than fifteen minutes and remain there regardless of how hard
they are driven. No conventional heatsink can do this. In a Class by itself
Ground-breaking performance, prodigious power, sophisticated controland
rock-steady reliability—Classé’s new Delta series is a giant leap in amplifier
design. Thanks to exclusive ICTunnel™ and audio technologies, only Classé
amplifiers can consistently deliver top performance and reliability in every
installation. All tests un-weighted and 500kHz measurement bandwidth (except
SNR) Frequency response 1 Hz - 100 kHz, -3dB Output power 300W rms into 8Ω (24.8
dBW) Harmonic Distortion <0.002% at 1 kHz balanced <0.004% at 1 kHz single ended
Peak Output Voltage 167V peak to peak, 53V rms no load 156V peak to peak, 48V
rms into 8Ω Input Impedance 50kΩ balanced / single ended Voltage gain 29dB
balanced / single ended Input level at clipping 2.1V rms balanced / single ended
Intermodulation Distortion >90dB below fundamental into 8Ω balanced / single
ended >85dB below fundamental into 4Ω balanced / single ended Signal to Noise
Ratio -116dB at peak output into 8Ω Measurement Bandwidth: 22 kHz Output
impedance 0.03Ω @ 1 kHz Standby power consumption < 1W Rated power consumption
1020W @ 1/8th power into 8Ω Width 17.5” (444mm) Depth 22.52” (572mm) Height
8.78” (223mm) Gross weight 115 lb (52.3 kg) Net weight 105 lb (47.7 kg) Mains
voltage Specified on rear panel
Risposta in frequenza: 1Hz –
80kHz, -3dB Potenza di uscita: 300W/8Ω x2; 600W/4Ω x2. Dimensioni,
mm: L 483 x P 473 x H 177 Peso, kg: 49.5 Classè Audio, il rinomato,
storico costruttore canadese di elettroniche per audio hi-fi e audio/video di
altissimo livello, ha lanciato la CT-Series, Custom Series, componenti nati per
funzionare nel montaggio in rack, situazione necessaria ed ottimale per
installazioni a scomparsa. La linea consta di un pre/processore A/V, il CT-SSP
(è la versione “utility” del superlativo SSP-800), quindi i finali CT-2300,
CT-5300, CT-M300 e CT-M-600. La Serie CT si affianca alle altre serie
preesistenti (Delta e Omega) rispondendo ad una domanda proveniente dai clienti
dell’Home-Theater e da parte dei custom-installers, che necessitano di sistemi
di grandi prestazioni, ma che non desiderano al contempo turbare l’interior-design.
Su queste coordinate arriva la CT- Series. Tutti i componenti sono stati
progetti e costruiti per il montaggio in rack, costituendo la prima linea di
elettroniche high-end, tecnologicamente predisposte per questa applicazione. L’ICTunnel™,
il tunnel del freddo Uno dei primi e maggiori problemi da risolvere con
amplificazioni di grande potenza e dimensioni, e con controller zeppi di
processori al lavoro, è la dissipazione del calore. Il calore non procura
semplicemente “fastidio”; può mettere a repentaglio il corretto funzionamento
degli apparecchi ed inficiarne fortemente le qualità. Da qui l’adozione del
sistema di raffreddamento brevettato denominato ICTunnel e ribattezzato Icy
Tunnel. Questo consiste in un condotto di raffreddamento in alluminio - ad aria
forzata con ventola a basso rumore - che mantiene la temperatura ad un valore
prestabilito, ritenuto ottimale per il funzionamento dei transistors. Inoltre,
lo sviluppo di questo sistema di controllo termico, attuato tramite appositi
sensori - è molto rapido nell’intervento e di dimensioni molto contenute. Parte
integrante e sinergica del progetto è il pannello frontale, frutto della
soluzione tecnica denominata Detachable Quiet Flow Faceplate. Questo è ricavato
da un blocco di alluminio 6063-T6 ed è montato in modo da lasciare spazio al
passaggio dell’aria destinata alla ventilazione, oltre a fornire esso stesso un
contributo alla dissipazione del calore. Per evitare la diffusione della polvere
negli apparecchi e nell’ambiente da un filtro specifico, controllato da un
sensore che avverte l’utilizzatore quando ha bisogno di essere lavato. In tutti
i componenti della CT-Series sono a corredo dei binari per il montaggio in rack
con la massima precisione ed affidabilità. Questi sono disponibili per rack da
mm. 504L x 657H x 784P.
CT
amplifiers come with their own adjustable rack rails and a separate faceplate
designed to conceal all mounting hardware along the sides of the rack. The rails
adapt easily to common rack depths while providing front to back support of the
chassis. Hidden inside, our unique Intelligent Cooling Tunnel, orICTunnel™ (pronounced
Icy Tunnel) architecture and related circuitry quietly controls the amplifier
temperature, ensuringoptimum performance and reliability in enclosed, poorly
ventilated environments. Conventional high-end amplifiers use heatsinks with
high thermal mass that rely on convection to cool the active circuits. They are
slow to heat up and slow to cool down. Eventually they heat up their environment
and as the air around them gets hotter, they become part of the problem. For
this reason, high-powered amps and racks or cabinets don’t easily mix.Product
Leaf let Conventional heatsinks are simply shaped pieces of metal, relying on
placement and ambient air to extract heat from the amplifier. The ICTunnel™ is
more sophisticated, acting like the human hypothalamus regulating body
temperature. The ICTunnel™ utilizes an aluminum bonded-fin heatsink, of the kind
used in high powered medical, laser and test equipment. It exploits the
principle of low thermal mass, so it heats quickly but can also be cooled
quickly. Inside its relatively small size are fins providing nearly 31 square
feet of surface area. The key to its operation is how the fins are spaced—as
close as possible to each other to maximize the surface area inside the tunnel,
but not so close as to heat each other. The ICTunnel™ utilizes a noiseless fan
along with pressure and temperature sensors to maintain the amplifier’s target
temperature.The CT series has everything you would expect from the world’s best
amplifiers. They are designed for lifetime reliability. They have the power to
effortlessly control the lowest impedances imaginable. They have the finesse to
resolve the infinitely minute details that are the DNA of great sound. But CT
amplifiers add a new dimension. For the first time the world’s best amplifiers
can go right where you need them – in the home theater rack
Risposta in frequenza:
1Hz – 80kHz, -3dB Potenza di uscita: 300W/8Ω x5 Dimensioni, mm: L
483 x P 569 x H 221 Peso, kg: 59.5 Classè Audio, il rinomato, storico
costruttore canadese di elettroniche per audio hi-fi e audio/video di altissimo
livello, ha lanciato la CT-Series, Custom Series, componenti nati per funzionare
nel montaggio in rack, situazione necessaria ed ottimale per installazioni a
scomparsa. La linea consta di un pre/processore A/V, il CT-SSP (è la versione
“utility” del superlativo SSP-800), quindi i finali CT-2300, CT-5300, CT-M300 e
CT-M-600. La Serie CT si affianca alle altre serie preesistenti (Delta e Omega)
rispondendo ad una domanda proveniente dai clienti dell’Home-Theater e da parte
dei custom-installers, che necessitano di sistemi di grandi prestazioni, ma che
non desiderano al contempo turbare l’interior-design. Su queste coordinate
arriva la CT- Series. Tutti i componenti sono stati progetti e costruiti per il
montaggio in rack, costituendo la prima linea di elettroniche high-end,
tecnologicamente predisposte per questa applicazione. L’ICTunnel™, il tunnel del
freddo Uno dei primi e maggiori problemi da risolvere con amplificazioni di
grande potenza e dimensioni, e con controller zeppi di processori al lavoro, è
la dissipazione del calore. Il calore non procura semplicemente “fastidio”; può
mettere a repentaglio il corretto funzionamento degli apparecchi ed inficiarne
fortemente le qualità. Da qui l’adozione del sistema di raffreddamento
brevettato denominato ICTunnel e ribattezzato Icy Tunnel. Questo consiste in un
condotto di raffreddamento in alluminio - ad aria forzata con ventola a basso
rumore - che mantiene la temperatura ad un valore prestabilito, ritenuto
ottimale per il funzionamento dei transistors. Inoltre, lo sviluppo di questo
sistema di controllo termico, attuato tramite appositi sensori - è molto rapido
nell’intervento e di dimensioni molto contenute. Parte integrante e sinergica
del progetto è il pannello frontale, frutto della soluzione tecnica denominata
Detachable Quiet Flow Faceplate. Questo è ricavato da un blocco di alluminio
6063-T6 ed è montato in modo da lasciare spazio al passaggio dell’aria destinata
alla ventilazione, oltre a fornire esso stesso un contributo alla dissipazione
del calore. Per evitare la diffusione della polvere negli apparecchi e
nell’ambiente da un filtro specifico, controllato da un sensore che avverte
l’utilizzatore quando ha bisogno di essere lavato. In tutti i componenti della
CT-Series sono a corredo dei binari per il montaggio in rack con la massima
precisione ed affidabilità. Questi sono disponibili per rack da mm. 504L x 657H
x 784P.
CT
amplifiers come with their own adjustable rack rails and a separate faceplate
designed to conceal all mounting hardware along the sides of the rack. The rails
adapt easily to common rack depths while providing front to back support of the
chassis. Hidden inside, our unique Intelligent Cooling Tunnel, orICTunnel™ (pronounced
Icy Tunnel) architecture and related circuitry quietly controls the amplifier
temperature, ensuringoptimum performance and reliability in enclosed, poorly
ventilated environments. Conventional high-end amplifiers use heatsinks with
high thermal mass that rely on convection to cool the active circuits. They are
slow to heat up and slow to cool down. Eventually they heat up their environment
and as the air around them gets hotter, they become part of the problem. For
this reason, high-powered amps and racks or cabinets don’t easily mix.Product
Leaf let Conventional heatsinks are simply shaped pieces of metal, relying on
placement and ambient air to extract heat from the amplifier. The ICTunnel™ is
more sophisticated, acting like the human hypothalamus regulating body
temperature. The ICTunnel™ utilizes an aluminum bonded-fin heatsink, of the kind
used in high powered medical, laser and test equipment. It exploits the
principle of low thermal mass, so it heats quickly but can also be cooled
quickly. Inside its relatively small size are fins providing nearly 31 square
feet of surface area. The key to its operation is how the fins are spaced—as
close as possible to each other to maximize the surface area inside the tunnel,
but not so close as to heat each other. The ICTunnel™ utilizes a noiseless fan
along with pressure and temperature sensors to maintain the amplifier’s target
temperature.The CT series has everything you would expect from the world’s best
amplifiers. They are designed for lifetime reliability. They have the power to
effortlessly control the lowest impedances imaginable. They have the finesse to
resolve the infinitely minute details that are the DNA of great sound. But CT
amplifiers add a new dimension. For the first time the world’s best amplifiers
can go right where you need them – in the home theater rack
Finale di potenza mono ad
alta corrente. 300W su 8 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria
complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver e
transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore toroidale. Ingresso
RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Tecnologia ICTunnel per migliorare il raffreddamento e la qualità audio. Cad.
Our newest Delta series
amplifiers embody all that Classé represents: innovation, technological
achievement, consummate craftsmanship,and iconic design. But they are not just
the latest in the distinguished line of Classé amplifiers to be launched since
1980. They are new, revolutionary and unique.Performance first The original
Delta series amplifiers won more than critical acclaim. Elite audio
professionals use them to master music and movies that the whole world has
enjoyed. Our newest amplifiers are even better. Objectively, pure technical
measurements prove they deliver our highest performance ever. Subjectively, they
simply blow audiences away. The Classé design team has created the ultimate
environment toamplify an audio signal. The entire amplification process occurs
ona single board, creating the most direct and transparent signal
pathconceivable. Our uniquely miniaturized driver stage is virtually noise free,
so every nuance of the original signal reaches the output stage. Here, vast
quantities of clean power are controlled with absolute precision. Suddenly, the
world’s finest speakers sound even better. Performance fast There is a
relationship between temperature and performance but it is widely misunderstood.
Audiophiles say that optimal performance is obtained when an amplifier is
“warmed up,” but what does this actually mean? When is it warm enough and when
is it too warm? The exposed heatsink fins found on conventional amplifiers are
passive. They can’t help circuits reach their ideal temperature or keep them
there throughout a listening session. They run at a temperature wholly defined
by their environment and how loud they are playing. This can be far from
ideal.Heat management in Classé’s new Delta series amplifiers is providedby the
ICTunnel™ (pronounced Icy Tunnel), a sensor- and microprocessor- controlled
technology inspired by the heatsinks found in high-power laser and medical
equipment. Mounted inside the unit, the ICTunnel™ actively regulates the
amplifier temperature to ensure both optimum performance and reliability. From
room temperature, the amplifiers warm up fast. They reach their ideal
temperature in less than fifteen minutes and remain there regardless of how hard
they are driven. No conventional heatsink can do this. In a Class by itself
Ground-breaking performance, prodigious power, sophisticated controland
rock-steady reliability—Classé’s new Delta series is a giant leap in amplifier
design. Thanks to exclusive ICTunnel™ and audio technologies, only Classé
amplifiers can consistently deliver top performance and reliability in every
installation. All tests un-weighted and 500kHz measurement bandwidth (except
SNR) Frequency response 1 Hz - 100 kHz, -3dB Output power 300W rms into 8Ω (24.8
dBW) 600W rms into 4Ω (24.8 dBW) Harmonic Distortion <0.002% at 1 kHz balanced
<0.004% at 1 kHz single ended Peak Output Voltage 150V peak to peak, 53V rms no
load 136V peak to peak, 48V rms into 8Ω Input Impedance 50kΩ balanced / single
ended Voltage gain 29dB balanced / single ended Input level at clipping 1.88V
rms balanced / single ended Intermodulation Distortion >90dB below fundamental
into 8Ω balanced / single ended >90dB below fundamental into 4Ω balanced /
single ended Signal to Noise Ratio -116dB at peak output into 8Ω Measurement
Bandwidth: 22 kHz Output impedance 0.015Ω @ 1 kHz Standby power consumption < 1W
Rated power consumption 420W @ 1/8th power into 8Ω Width
17.5” (444mm) Depth (excluding connectors) 17.52” (445mm) Height 8.78” (223mm)
Gross weight 87 lb (39.5 kg) Net weight 75 lb (34.1 kg) Mains voltage Specified
on rear panel
Finale di potenza mono ad
alta corrente. 600W su 8 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria
complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver e
transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore toroidale. Ingresso
RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Tecnologia ICTunnel per migliorare il raffreddamento e la qualità audio. Cad.Our
newest Delta series amplifiers embody all that Classé represents: innovation,
technological achievement, consummate craftsmanship,and iconic design. But they
are not just the latest in the distinguished line of Classé amplifiers to be
launched since 1980. They are new, revolutionary and unique.
Performance
first The original Delta series amplifiers won more than critical acclaim. Elite
audio professionals use them to master music and movies that the whole world has
enjoyed. Our newest amplifiers are even better. Objectively, pure technical
measurements prove they deliver our highest performance ever. Subjectively, they
simply blow audiences away. The Classé design team has created the ultimate
environment toamplify an audio signal. The entire amplification process occurs
ona single board, creating the most direct and transparent signal
pathconceivable. Our uniquely miniaturized driver stage is virtually noise free,
so every nuance of the original signal reaches the output stage. Here, vast
quantities of clean power are controlled with absolute precision. Suddenly, the
world’s finest speakers sound even better.Performance fast There is a
relationship between temperature and performance but it is widely misunderstood.
Audiophiles say that optimal performance is obtained when an amplifier is
“warmed up,” but what does this actually mean? When is it warm enough and when
is it too warm? The exposed heatsink fins found on conventional amplifiers are
passive. They can’t help circuits reach their ideal temperature or keep them
there throughout a listening session. They run at a temperature wholly defined
by their environment and how loud they are playing. This can be far from
ideal.Heat management in Classé’s new Delta series amplifiers is providedby the
ICTunnel™ (pronounced Icy Tunnel), a sensor- and microprocessor- controlled
technology inspired by the heatsinks found in high-power laser and medical
equipment. Mounted inside the unit, the ICTunnel™ actively regulates the
amplifier temperature to ensure both optimum performance and reliability.From
room temperature, the amplifiers warm up fast. They reach their ideal
temperature in less than fifteen minutes and remain there regardless of how hard
they are driven. No conventional heatsink can do this. In a Class by itself
Ground-breaking performance, prodigious power, sophisticated controland
rock-steady reliability—Classé’s new Delta series is a giant leap in amplifier
design. Thanks to exclusive ICTunnel™ and audio technologies, only Classé
amplifiers can consistently deliver top performance and reliability in every
installation.All tests un-weighted and 500kHz measurement bandwidth (except SNR)
Frequency response 1 Hz - 100 kHz, -3dB Output power 600W rms into 8Ω (27.8 dBW)
1200W rms into 4Ω (27.8 dBW) Harmonic Distortion<0.002% at 1 kHz balanced<0.004%
at 1 kHz single ended Peak Output Voltage 226V peak to peak, 80V rms no load
206V peak to peak, 73V rms into 8Ω Input Impedance 50kΩ balanced / single ended
Voltage gain29dB balanced / single ended Input level at clipping2.86V rms
balanced / single ended Intermodulation Distortion>100dB below fundamental into
8Ω balanced / single ended >90dB below fundamental into 4Ω balanced / single
ended Signal to Noise Ratio-120dB at peak output into 8Ω Measurement Bandwidth:
22 kHz Output impedance 0.03Ω @ 1 kHz Standby power consumption < 1W Rated power
consumption 440W @ 1/8th power into 8Ω Width 17.5” (444mm) Depth 17.52” (445mm)
Height 8.78” (223mm) Gross weight 100 lb (45.4 kg) Net weight 88 lb (39.9 kg)
Mains voltage Specified on rear panel
Risposta in frequenza: 1Hz –
80kHz, -3dB Potenza di uscita: 300W/8Ω; 600W/4Ω Dimensioni, mm: L
483 x P 473 x H 177 Peso, kg: 34.5 Classè Audio, il rinomato, storico
costruttore canadese di elettroniche per audio hi-fi e audio/video di altissimo
livello, ha lanciato la CT-Series, Custom Series, componenti nati per funzionare
nel montaggio in rack, situazione necessaria ed ottimale per installazioni a
scomparsa. La linea consta di un pre/processore A/V, il CT-SSP (è la versione
“utility” del superlativo SSP-800), quindi i finali CT-2300, CT-5300, CT-M300 e
CT-M-600. La Serie CT si affianca alle altre serie preesistenti (Delta e Omega)
rispondendo ad una domanda proveniente dai clienti dell’Home-Theater e da parte
dei custom-installers, che necessitano di sistemi di grandi prestazioni, ma che
non desiderano al contempo turbare l’interior-design. Su queste coordinate
arriva la CT- Series. Tutti i componenti sono stati progetti e costruiti per il
montaggio in rack, costituendo la prima linea di elettroniche high-end,
tecnologicamente predisposte per questa applicazione. L’ICTunnel™, il tunnel del
freddo Uno dei primi e maggiori problemi da risolvere con amplificazioni di
grande potenza e dimensioni, e con controller zeppi di processori al lavoro, è
la dissipazione del calore. Il calore non procura semplicemente “fastidio”; può
mettere a repentaglio il corretto funzionamento degli apparecchi ed inficiarne
fortemente le qualità. Da qui l’adozione del sistema di raffreddamento
brevettato denominato ICTunnel e ribattezzato Icy Tunnel. Questo consiste in un
condotto di raffreddamento in alluminio - ad aria forzata con ventola a basso
rumore - che mantiene la temperatura ad un valore prestabilito, ritenuto
ottimale per il funzionamento dei transistors. Inoltre, lo sviluppo di questo
sistema di controllo termico, attuato tramite appositi sensori - è molto rapido
nell’intervento e di dimensioni molto contenute. Parte integrante e sinergica
del progetto è il pannello frontale, frutto della soluzione tecnica denominata
Detachable Quiet Flow Faceplate. Questo è ricavato da un blocco di alluminio
6063-T6 ed è montato in modo da lasciare spazio al passaggio dell’aria destinata
alla ventilazione, oltre a fornire esso stesso un contributo alla dissipazione
del calore. Per evitare la diffusione della polvere negli apparecchi e
nell’ambiente da un filtro specifico, controllato da un sensore che avverte
l’utilizzatore quando ha bisogno di essere lavato. In tutti i componenti della
CT-Series sono a corredo dei binari per il montaggio in rack con la massima
precisione ed affidabilità. Questi sono disponibili per rack da mm. 504L x 657H
x 784P. CT
amplifiers come with their own adjustable rack rails and a separate faceplate
designed to conceal all mounting hardware along the sides of the rack. The rails
adapt easily to common rack depths while providing front to back support of the
chassis. Hidden inside, our unique Intelligent Cooling Tunnel, orICTunnel™ (pronounced
Icy Tunnel) architecture and related circuitry quietly controls the amplifier
temperature, ensuringoptimum performance and reliability in enclosed, poorly
ventilated environments. Conventional high-end amplifiers use heatsinks with
high thermal mass that rely on convection to cool the active circuits. They are
slow to heat up and slow to cool down. Eventually they heat up their environment
and as the air around them gets hotter, they become part of the problem. For
this reason, high-powered amps and racks or cabinets don’t easily mix.Product
Leaf let Conventional heatsinks are simply shaped pieces of metal, relying on
placement and ambient air to extract heat from the amplifier. The ICTunnel™ is
more sophisticated, acting like the human hypothalamus regulating body
temperature. The ICTunnel™ utilizes an aluminum bonded-fin heatsink, of the kind
used in high powered medical, laser and test equipment. It exploits the
principle of low thermal mass, so it heats quickly but can also be cooled
quickly. Inside its relatively small size are fins providing nearly 31 square
feet of surface area. The key to its operation is how the fins are spaced—as
close as possible to each other to maximize the surface area inside the tunnel,
but not so close as to heat each other. The ICTunnel™ utilizes a noiseless fan
along with pressure and temperature sensors to maintain the amplifier’s target
temperature.The CT series has everything you would expect from the world’s best
amplifiers. They are designed for lifetime reliability. They have the power to
effortlessly control the lowest impedances imaginable. They have the finesse to
resolve the infinitely minute details that are the DNA of great sound. But CT
amplifiers add a new dimension. For the first time the world’s best amplifiers
can go right where you need them – in the home theater rack
Risposta in frequenza: 1Hz –
80kHz, -3dB Potenza di uscita: 600W/8Ω; 1200W/4Ω Dimensioni, mm: L
483 x P 473 x H 177 Peso, kg: 49.5 Classè Audio, il rinomato, storico
costruttore canadese di elettroniche per audio hi-fi e audio/video di altissimo
livello, ha lanciato la CT-Series, Custom Series, componenti nati per funzionare
nel montaggio in rack, situazione necessaria ed ottimale per installazioni a
scomparsa. La linea consta di un pre/processore A/V, il CT-SSP (è la versione
“utility” del superlativo SSP-800), quindi i finali CT-2300, CT-5300, CT-M300 e
CT-M-600. La Serie CT si affianca alle altre serie preesistenti (Delta e Omega)
rispondendo ad una domanda proveniente dai clienti dell’Home-Theater e da parte
dei custom-installers, che necessitano di sistemi di grandi prestazioni, ma che
non desiderano al contempo turbare l’interior-design. Su queste coordinate
arriva la CT- Series. Tutti i componenti sono stati progetti e costruiti per il
montaggio in rack, costituendo la prima linea di elettroniche high-end,
tecnologicamente predisposte per questa applicazione. L’ICTunnel™, il tunnel del
freddo Uno dei primi e maggiori problemi da risolvere con amplificazioni di
grande potenza e dimensioni, e con controller zeppi di processori al lavoro, è
la dissipazione del calore. Il calore non procura semplicemente “fastidio”; può
mettere a repentaglio il corretto funzionamento degli apparecchi ed inficiarne
fortemente le qualità. Da qui l’adozione del sistema di raffreddamento
brevettato denominato ICTunnel e ribattezzato Icy Tunnel. Questo consiste in un
condotto di raffreddamento in alluminio - ad aria forzata con ventola a basso
rumore - che mantiene la temperatura ad un valore prestabilito, ritenuto
ottimale per il funzionamento dei transistors. Inoltre, lo sviluppo di questo
sistema di controllo termico, attuato tramite appositi sensori - è molto rapido
nell’intervento e di dimensioni molto contenute. Parte integrante e sinergica
del progetto è il pannello frontale, frutto della soluzione tecnica denominata
Detachable Quiet Flow Faceplate. Questo è ricavato da un blocco di alluminio
6063-T6 ed è montato in modo da lasciare spazio al passaggio dell’aria destinata
alla ventilazione, oltre a fornire esso stesso un contributo alla dissipazione
del calore. Per evitare la diffusione della polvere negli apparecchi e
nell’ambiente da un filtro specifico, controllato da un sensore che avverte
l’utilizzatore quando ha bisogno di essere lavato. In tutti i componenti della
CT-Series sono a corredo dei binari per il montaggio in rack con la massima
precisione ed affidabilità. Questi sono disponibili per rack da mm. 504L x 657H
x 784P.
CT
amplifiers come with their own adjustable rack rails and a separate faceplate
designed to conceal all mounting hardware along the sides of the rack. The rails
adapt easily to common rack depths while providing front to back support of the
chassis. Hidden inside, our unique Intelligent Cooling Tunnel, orICTunnel™ (pronounced
Icy Tunnel) architecture and related circuitry quietly controls the amplifier
temperature, ensuringoptimum performance and reliability in enclosed, poorly
ventilated environments. Conventional high-end amplifiers use heatsinks with
high thermal mass that rely on convection to cool the active circuits. They are
slow to heat up and slow to cool down. Eventually they heat up their environment
and as the air around them gets hotter, they become part of the problem. For
this reason, high-powered amps and racks or cabinets don’t easily mix.Product
Leaf let Conventional heatsinks are simply shaped pieces of metal, relying on
placement and ambient air to extract heat from the amplifier. The ICTunnel™ is
more sophisticated, acting like the human hypothalamus regulating body
temperature. The ICTunnel™ utilizes an aluminum bonded-fin heatsink, of the kind
used in high powered medical, laser and test equipment. It exploits the
principle of low thermal mass, so it heats quickly but can also be cooled
quickly. Inside its relatively small size are fins providing nearly 31 square
feet of surface area. The key to its operation is how the fins are spaced—as
close as possible to each other to maximize the surface area inside the tunnel,
but not so close as to heat each other. The ICTunnel™ utilizes a noiseless fan
along with pressure and temperature sensors to maintain the amplifier’s target
temperature.The CT series has everything you would expect from the world’s best
amplifiers. They are designed for lifetime reliability. They have the power to
effortlessly control the lowest impedances imaginable. They have the finesse to
resolve the infinitely minute details that are the DNA of great sound. But CT
amplifiers add a new dimension. For the first time the world’s best amplifiers
can go right where you need them – in the home theater rack
Lettore CD, CD R/RM DVD-R/RW
+R/RW DVD-Audio, DVD Video, Dual Disc. Display LCD TFT Touch Screen con preview
video. Conversione D/A a 24 bit/192 kHz con upsampling di tutti i segnali
digitali. Meccanica slot-in Teac. Uscite analogiche XLR e RCA, uscita digitale
anche multicanale. Telecomando
CDP-102
CD Player It is alive! More than twenty years after the first CD players arrived
on store shelves, the compact disc format is alive and well. Despite challenges
by DAT, mini-disc, SACD and DVD-Audio among others, the CD remains the gold
standard for music lovers worldwide. Music collections often contain a variety
of recordings using everything from compressed files such as MP3, to
uncompressed, high-bandwidth, high bit-rate formats such as DVD-Audio. Most
collections, however, are dominated by the compact disc. For this reason, no
serious music lover/audiophile should be without a top-quality CD player. The
Classé Design Team has developed the CDP-102 and CDP-202 as two-channel CD
players, perfectly suited for the needs of the contemporary music lover/audiophile.
Although capable of playing a great variety of discs (CD, MP3, DVD-Video,
DVD-Audio, etc.), the CDP-102 and CDP-202 are optimized for playback of
two-channel music. Classé Disc Player Platform The CDP-102 and CDP-202 utilize
the advanced platform introduced by the ground breaking CDP-300 DVD Player. As
in the CDP-300, the CDP-102 and CDP-202 utilize a TEAC ® slot-loader mechanism
for reading discs. It was chosen in place of the older drawer-loading designs
because of its superior disc-handling characteristics, reliability and control
flexibility. Elimination of the drawer also facilitates a greater range of
installation options. Loading remains convenient even when the player is mounted
at or above eye-level in equipment racks, where placing discs in trays can be
awkward. Fitting neatly within the Delta series model's black control strip, the
slot is illuminated by a soft blue light to assist when loading discs in a
darkened room. The CDP-102 and CDP-202 share the beautiful industrial design and
elegant control screens found throughout the Delta series range. They are the
first CD players to offer touchscreen control and video preview on the front
panel. The preview feature allows audiophiles the option of enjoying a pure
music listening session without video, because DVD-Audio (or DVD-Video) discs
may be navigated directly from the front panel. The Classé CDP platform is a 'from
the ground up' design. It features special vibration-absorbing feet, a strong
and rigid chassis and DVD-ROM drive. The drive, also used in the CDP-300 DVD
Player, is capable of reading CD, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, MP3, WMA, Video-CD and
S-VCD discs. A special test/monitor output allows connection of composite and
S-video signals to standard definition displays. CDP-102 The CDP-102 utilizes
the same digital and analog audio circuit topologies as the CDP-300, with the
exception being the number of output channels. As a two-channel machine, the
CDP-102 down-mixes multichannel recordings (from DVD-Audio or DVD-Video discs)
to two channels for its left and right analog outputs. Digital outputs may
provide either two-channel or multichannel signals, as would be available from
Dolby Digital ® or DTS ® recordings. Regardless whether analog or digital
outputs are used, the superior performance of the CDP-102 begins with careful
routing and clocking (timing) of digital audio signals. The presence of jitter
at the point of conversion from digital to analog increases distortion and robs
the playback system of resolution. To reduce jitter in the CDP-102 (as in the
CDP-300), digital audio signals are routed through a CPLD (Complex Programmable
Logic Device) and sample rate converter. They are re-created as 24-bit/192kHz
signals and re-clocked before being output to the D-to-A converters. By
attacking jitter at its source, the Classé Design team makes great sounding
audio possible from a variety of digital formats. Stereo DACs (with 8x digital
filters) perform the delicate process of converting digital audio to analog.
Both channels of the stereo DAC are themselves converted as differential signals.
The CDP-102 offers both single-ended and balanced analog outputs. Unlike other
designs offering both formats, the single-ended (RCA) path is fully optimized
and independent of the balanced (XLR) path. While the balanced path is truly
differential, from the output of the DAC, the single-ended path benefits from
the differential topology as well. Instead of using one half of the balanced
signal to derive a single-ended output, the CDP-102 employs a differential
amplifier to properly combine the two signals and gain the benefit of common
mode rejection from the balanced topology. In addition to its superb sonic
performance and touchscreen control the CDP-102 offers a suite of advanced
features to enhance its value in a diverse range of installations. Among them
are variable analog outputs, two-channel down-mix of multichannel recordings,
bi-directional RS-232 control and preview capability for navigation of DVD-Audio
or video discs. Although conceived as a world-class CD player, the CDP-102
delivers far more than spectacular sound from CDs. For versatility, performance
and style, the CDP-102 is clearly in a class by itself.
Lettore CD, CD R/RM DVD-R/RW
+R/RW DVD-Audio, DVD Video, Dual Disc. Display LCD TFT Touch Screen con preview
video. Design circuitale senza compromessi a doppio bilanciamento. Doppia
conversione differenziale con filtri a bassissima tolleranza. Conversione D/A a
24 bit/192 kHz con upsampling di tutti i segnali digitali. Meccanica slot-in
Teac. Uscite analogiche XLR e RCA, uscita digitale anche multicanale.
Telecomando
among
others, the CD remains the gold standard for music lovers worldwide. Music
collections often contain a variety of recordings using everything from
compressed files such as MP3, to uncompressed, high-bandwidth, high bit-rate
formats such as DVD-Audio. Most collections, however, are dominated by the
compact disc. For this reason, no serious music lover/audiophile should be
without a top-quality CD player. The Classé Design Team has developed the
CDP-102 and CDP-202 as two-channel CD players, perfectly suited for the needs of
the contemporary music lover/audiophile. Although capable of playing a great
variety of discs (CD, MP3, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, etc.), the CDP-102 and CDP-202
are optimized for playback of two-channel music. Classé Disc Player Platform The
CDP-102 and CDP-202 utilize the advanced platform introduced by the ground
breaking CDP-300 DVD Player. As in the CDP-300, the CDP-102 and CDP-202 utilize
a TEAC ® slot-loader mechanism for reading discs. It was chosen in place of the
older drawer-loading designs because of its superior disc-handling
characteristics, reliability and control flexibility. Elimination of the drawer
also facilitates a greater range of installation options. Loading remains
convenient even when the player is mounted at or above eye-level in equipment
racks, where placing discs in trays can be awkward. Fitting neatly within the
Delta series model's black control strip, the slot is illuminated by a soft blue
light to assist when loading discs in a darkened room. The CDP-102 and CDP-202
share the beautiful industrial design and elegant control screens found
throughout the Delta series range. They are the first CD players to offer
touchscreen control and video preview on the front panel. The preview feature
allows audiophiles the option of enjoying a pure music listening session without
video, because DVD-Audio (or DVD-Video) discs may be navigated directly from the
front panel. The Classé CDP platform is a 'from the ground up' design. It
features special vibration-absorbing feet, a strong and rigid chassis and
DVD-ROM drive. The drive, also used in the CDP-300 DVD Player, is capable of
reading CD, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, DualDisc, MP3, WMA, Video-CD and S-VCD discs.
A special test/monitor output allows connection of composite and S-video signals
to standard definition displays. CDP-102 The CDP-102 utilizes the same digital
and analog audio circuit topologies as the CDP-300, with the exception being the
number of output channels. As a two-channel machine, the CDP-102 down-mixes
multichannel recordings (from DVD-Audio or DVD-Video discs) to two channels for
its left and right analog outputs. Digital outputs may provide either
two-channel or multichannel signals, as would be available from Dolby Digital ®
or DTS ® recordings. Regardless whether analog or digital outputs are used, the
superior performance of the CDP-102 begins with careful routing and clocking
(timing) of digital audio signals. The presence of jitter at the point of
conversion from digital to analog increases distortion and robs the playback
system of resolution. To reduce jitter in the CDP-102 (as in the CDP-300),
digital audio signals are routed through a CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic
Device) and sample rate converter. They are re-created as 24-bit/192kHz signals
and re-clocked before being output to the D-to-A converters. By attacking jitter
at its source, the Classé Design team makes great sounding audio possible from a
variety of digital formats. Stereo DACs (with 8x digital filters) perform the
delicate process of converting digital audio to analog. Both channels of the
stereo DAC are themselves converted as differential signals. The CDP-102 offers
both single-ended and balanced analog outputs. Unlike other designs offering
both formats, the single-ended (RCA) path is fully optimized and independent of
the balanced (XLR) path. While the balanced path is truly differential, from the
output of the DAC, the single-ended path benefits from the differential topology
as well. Instead of using one half of the balanced signal to derive a
single-ended output, the CDP-102 employs a differential amplifier to properly
combine the two signals and gain the benefit of common mode rejection from the
balanced topology. In addition to its superb sonic performance and touchscreen
control the CDP-102 offers a suite of advanced features to enhance its value in
a diverse range of installations. Among them are variable analog outputs,
two-channel down-mix of multichannel recordings, bi-directional RS-232 control
and preview capability for navigation of DVD-Audio or video discs. Although
conceived as a world-class CD player, the CDP-102 delivers far more than
spectacular sound from CDs. For versatility, performance and style, the CDP-102
is clearly in a class by itself. CDP-202 The CDP-202 is functionally identical
to the CDP-102, with additional resources devoted to achieving the best possible
audio performance. Digital design and layout technologies are used to maximally
attenuate jitter and isolate the audio sub-system from the rest of the player.
These techniques ensure the digital-to-analog conversion stage operates at
maximum precision. Designed using low noise circuit and layout techniques, the
Left and Right balanced analog audio circuits employ their own digital-to-analog
converters and operate in a true "double balanced" mode, ensuring a very high
dynamic range. In other words, each half of the balanced signal is itself
converted and handled differentially. The post conversion filters are designed
to tight tolerances to ensure precise matching. In this way, the full potential
of dual differential conversion is realized. The single-ended Left and Right
channel circuits are designed to the same level of quality and operate
independently from the balanced circuitry. The single-ended circuit design
utilizes its own, independent digital-to-analog converters and post conversion
filtering. The CDP-202 is designed to provide maximum resolution and enjoyment
from a wide variety of music sources. When used together with other high quality
system components, the CDP-202 delivers amazing sound, serving up the music in
true reference-component fashion. CDP-102/202 Summary Points Audio
Compatible with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,
DVD+RW, MP3, WMA. dts-CD, Video-CD and S-VCD formats. All audio formats
are up-sampled to 24-bit/192kHz prior to Digital-to-Analog conversion. All audio
formats are decoded internally before Digital-to-Analog conversion. A concurrent
IEC958 (SPDIF, AES/EBU and TOSLINK) output is provided. Audio from DVD playback
is output as IEC958 (SPDIF, AES/EBU and TOSLINK) for decoding in a Surround
Sound Processor with a concurrent 2-channel analog audio downmix.
Multi-channel DVD Audio is output as a two channel analog downmix. Two channel
DVD-Audio is output via the 2 channel analog outputs. DVD-Audio output via
IEC958 (SPDIF, AES/EBU and TOSLINK) is determined by disc authoring. Left and
Right channel analog audio outputs are provided with both XLR (balanced) and RCA
(single-ended) connections. Analog outputs may be selected for fixed or variable.
Control Color touchscreen user interface with video preview mode.
Bi-directional RS-232 control. CAN BUS ports for inter-Classé component
communication . Rear panel IR and DC trigger sockets . IR Remote
control with backlight and Classé system Function Keys.
Ingressi & Uscite: HDMI 1.3 –
Component - S Video – Composito – Coassiale – Ottico - Analogico XLR - Analogico
RCA out - DC trigger out – IR - CAN Bus - USB - RS-232 - HDMI 1.3 1080p @
24/50/60fps, 36-bit deep color e xvYCC Formati Audio: Dolby Digital
Surround EX - Dolby Digital 5.1 - Dolby Digital Plus - Dolby TrueHD - DTS-ES –
discrete - DTS 3/2/1 - DTS 96/24 - DTS-HD High Resolution Audio - DTS-HD Master
Audio - 24bit/32-192kHz PCM Decodifiche: Dolby pro logic IIx - DTS-ES
matrix - DTS Neo:6 – Mono - Mono plus - Stereo (downmix) – Music plus - Movie
plus - Party Dimensioni, mm: L 483 x P 416 x H 177 Peso: 15kg
Like
the SSP-800, the CT-SSP is a ten-channel preamp/processor, offering both
balanced and single-ended connections for all channels. Using HDMI 1.3b the
CT-SSP offers internal decoding of Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio sources.
Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is handled by two Texas Instruments processors,
each capable of up to a remarkable 2800 MIPS (Million Instructions per Second).
The DSPs operate in 64-bit double precision and use floating point arithmetic
for all audio signal calculations to ensure the most accurate results possible.
All bass management filters, level adjustments and parametric filters also
benefit from the added precision. click here to download Product Leaflet
Throughout the SSP-800/CT-SSP there are examples of HD technology executed at
the highest quality level. It is the combination of advanced technology and
genuine quality that sets them apart. And while technology and quality give the
SSPs their intrinsic value, we measure their true worth first on the test bench
and then in the sound room. The wealth of knowledge applied to the SSP-800/CT-SSP
design and the inspiration for its execution do not come from a textbook—they
come from the passion and dedication of those who have spent their lives in the
pursuit of higher performance. Classé offers the SSP-800 and CT-SSP for those
who share our singular passion for performance
Preamplificatore/processore
multicanale 7.1 A/V. Decoder Dolby Digital/AC-3, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS,
DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6 e THX Ultra2. DSP ambientale. Display TFT touch screen con
funzione monitor. Stadio di alimentazione switching. Autocalibrazione. 11
ingressi analogici audio, 7 ingressi digitali assegnabili, ingressi 7.1. 4
uscite analogiche audio, 1 uscita digitale ottica, uscite 7.1. Ingressi/uscite
Component, S-Video e video composito. Conversione dei segnali video su component.
Multi room. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT.
Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati. TelecomandoSSP-300 and SSP-600
The
SSP-300 and SSP-600 are sixth-generation Classé surround sound processors--the
culmination of decades of experience designing world-class audio/video
components. They are made for music and movie lovers who demand both high
fidelity audio and video, and the flexibility to integrate a diverse range of
system components. The Classé Design Team has successfully balanced performance,
functionality and ease of use, developing processors that can confidently be
described as an enthusiasts dream. But expert and novice users alike will find
Classé processors ideal for their contemporary entertainment systems. One
Processor, Two Models Both models utilize the same digital audio and video
processing circuits as well as single-ended analog audio paths. They are 7.1
channel designs, capable of decoding discrete surround formats from Dolby ® and
DTS ® as well as numerous surround matrix modes. To accommodate multichannel
audio sources such as SACD and DVD Audio, the SSP-300 and SSP-600 both feature
single-ended 7.1 channel analog inputs. (See the specifications table for a
complete list of inputs, outputs and modes). Given the extent to which the
SSP-300 and SSP-600 share circuitry, one may reasonably ask what is different
about the SSP-600 to explain its larger chassis and justify its higher cost? The
answer is balanced audio. The SSP-600 builds upon the versatile foundation of
the SSP-300 by adding a second, linear power supply, and an additional analog
circuit board, which includes a balanced two-channel preamplifier and 7.1
channels of balanced audio outputs. For enthusiasts whose audio sources or power
amplifiers lack balanced interconnections, the SSP-300 is the obvious choice.
But for the highest performance with music and movie sources, the advanced
circuitry of the SSP-600 will deliver performance benefits that greatly exceed
its additional cost. Digital Audio and Video Classé processors handle
digital signals with particular care, maintaining clock accuracy as well as the
integrity of the bit stream. The audio DSP uses Motorola® / Freescale
Semiconductor® 32-bit processors to ensure that complex calculations are
performed with minimal round-off error--a key contributor to high-resolution
results. Eight differential 24-bit multi-bit delta-sigma DACs provide conversion
from digital to analog, maintaining high resolution and excellent low level
linearity. By lavishing attention on every aspect of the signal path, the Classé
Design Team builds processors capable of creating the most dramatic and vivid
sonic and visual experiences. Video TranscodingThe SSP-300 and SSP-600 feature a
video switching matrix that is high quality, flexible and easy to use. SD
(Standard Definition) video signals may be routed through Component, S-Video or
Composite video connections where they are converted to digital using 10-bit
A-to-D converters. Digital video signals are then processed into all three video
formats and converted back to analog. In this way, video sources of all three
formats can be routed through one type of output connection, such as the high
quality component output. Similarly, the interlaced Component output of a DVD
player can, for example, be routed to the Composite or S-Video connections of a
VCR or camcorder, or display device lacking a Component video input. Video
transcoding reduces wiring complexity and minimizes the number of points in the
system at which source selections must be made, greatly simplifying its
operation. As with audio signals, the video paths of Classé processors are
designed for ease of use, without sacrificing performance. HDTV (High Definition
TV) signals are given a separate bypass mode, where they can be routed through
the Component video outputs without undergoing digital conversion or mixing with
on-screen display (OSD) graphics. Advanced Mechanical Platform Audio components
can suffer a loss in performance while subjected to external vibration and
shock. The Classé Design Team is aware of these issues and takes measures to
protect against this clarity-reducing form of distortion. As with other Classé
models, the SSP chassis are made of both steel and aluminum. The front panel
wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius on the front corners. The feet
are specially designed with Navcom(TM) LimbSaver ® material to reduce the
effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system, the chassis provides a
rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the preamplifier, processor and video
circuitry. Control The SSP-300 and SSP-600 can control and be controlled
through a variety of means, including bi-directional RS-232, front and rear
panel IR and DC trigger jacks. Discrete command sets ensure positive and simple
integration with other system components and controllers. Touchscreen The front
panel controls are implemented by way of a TFT touchscreen display, which
simplifies the user interface, reduces display-related noise and allows users
the convenience of customization. While a traditional user interface commits the
designer to fixed or "hard" buttons, the Classé touchscreen is "soft"--it can
evolve. The Classé Design Team is free to add, reorganize and remove buttons as
necessary without the need for new hardware. In this way, Classé processors can
be steadily improved and updated, adding to their value and longevity.
Classé Audio, dopo oltre due anni di progettazione e sperimentazione valutativa,
è orgogliosa di presentare il nuovo SSP-800, preamplificatore/processore per
audio surround attrezzato per diventare standard di riferimento assoluto tra le
sorgenti ad alta definizione oggi in forte espansione. Il pre/processore SSP-800
rappresenta pertanto la nave ammiraglia della flotta audio/video Classé ed è di
conseguenza dotata delle migliori risorse tecnologiche per prestazioni di
livello massimo. Uno degli obiettivi principali al quale mirano i progettisti
Classé è quello di mantenere più puro possibile il segnale d’ingresso (audio e/o
video), con il minor tasso di interferenze e manipolazioni, lasciando il
massimamente intatta tutta la qualità e l’emozione dell’evento originale
riportato sul supporto.Tecnicamente parlando, il modello SSP-800 è un
preamplificatore/processore multicanale (10 canali) con la pregevole quanto rara
opportunità di offrire di connessioni bilanciate – oltre che single-ended - per
tutti gli ingressi, garantendo con questo una migliore qualità nel trasferimento
del segnale. Il trattamento del segnale digitale (DSP) è affidato ad un
processore specifico, basato su una piattaforma Texas Instruments da 64 bit, di
grandissima precisione, con il quale è possibile procedere alle regolazioni dei
singoli parametri in modo accurato ed affidabile. Il processore è stato
progettato a moduli sostituibili, per garantire la massima flessibilità del
sistema. E infatti, a breve, sarà disponibile la prima espansione: il decoder
audio in HD, per il quale il costruttore canadese ha voluto aspettare i giusti
tempi di maturazione, così da poter garantire ai suoi appassionati la
tradizionale qualità Classé Audio. SSP-800
The surround sound processor is the core of a high-end home theater system. It
directly connects to almost every other component in the system and can either
limit or reveal their true potential. Starting over two years ago, the Classé
Design Team began an extensive evaluation of the new breed of high definition
audio and video technologies. Their research served as the inspiration for a new
challenge: the creation of the definitive SSP—a surround sound processor to set
the standard as the high definition era dawns. The result is the SSP-800,
Classé’s statement preamp/processor.The SSP-800 was conceived with pure
performance as its raison d’être. It can seamlessly weave audio and video into a
faithful reproduction of the original master, reproducing music and movies
exactly as the artists imagined. It was created by people who are uniquely
qualified, having both the technical skill and aesthetic judgment to bring
performances to life. High Definition Meets High Quality In recent years the
development of high definition audio and video has accelerated, rendering many
relatively new home theater components incompatible or obsolete. The early
adopter’s quest for the latest technology is never cheap or without risk. But
those who have sought out the highest quality components have been able to relax
and enjoy them. They know that the latest technology is rarely a threat to
genuine quality. When a new component is released which wraps important
new technologies in a package of superior quality, it is time to sit up and take
notice. The introduction of the SSP-800 is just such an occasion, when
enthusiasts should consider upgrading their systems. The SSP-800 is a
ten-channel preamp/processor, offering both balanced and single-ended
connections for all channels. Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) is handled
by a Texas Instruments-based platform which operates in 64-bit double precision.
It uses floating point arithmetic for all audio signal calculations to ensure
the most accurate results possible. All bass management filters, level
adjustments and parametric filters also benefit from the added precision. To
ensure the SSP-800 retains its value and competitive edge, the Classé Design
Team has designed the DSP onto a replaceable module to accommodate a planned
future upgrade. Superior audio performance is achieved by combining powerful DSP
with balanced topologies, advanced component parts and meticulous circuit
layout. A dedicated linear power supply using a low-noise toroidal transformer
powers the analog audio circuits. Digital and control circuits are powered by
their own dual-output, low-noise, high-current switching supply. High
quality digital-to-analog converters and output stage components are configured
to ensure exceptional dynamic range and resolution. Audio circuits are isolated
from video and control circuits by optocouplers and low voltage differential
signal (LVDS) pathways. Digital and analog circuits and grounds are isolated
from each other among and within circuit boards. Throughout the SSP-800
there are examples of HD technology executed at the highest quality level. It is
the combination of advanced technology and genuine quality that sets the SSP-800
apart. And while technology and quality give the SSP-800 its intrinsic value, we
measure its true worth first on the test bench and then in the sound room. Music
First Music listening remains the most reliable method of judging sound quality.
In fact, no surround processor can accurately reproduce movie sound if it fails
to reproduce music properly. At Classé, our first priority is developing
components that perform exceptionally well with music. We then turn our
attention to processor decoding capabilities and developing features that
enhance flexibility and in-room performance. With musical performance as
its benchmark, the SSP-800 was conceived as a high-performance multichannel
preamplifier. For two-channel listening both balanced and single-ended analog
sources may bypass all analog-to-digital, DSP and digital-to-analog stages.
Alternatively, the full range of processing capabilities including bass
management and parametric equalization is available for both analog and digital
sources. The SSP-800 changes the game by doing what no preamp/processor has done
before: it performs as well with music as a dedicated stereo DAC and
preamplifier. The secret of its breathtaking performance lies not in some new
parts or special features, although it has many. What sets the SSP-800 apart is
the depth of experience never before brought to bear on a multichannel design.
Analog to Digital Modern source components are increasingly optimized for use
with digital interconnections and the SSP-800 capitalizes on this trend. Older
surround processors are typically equipped with a vast array of analog inputs.
These have been minimized in the SSP-800 and largely replaced by digital
connectors. Four HDMI 1.3b (High Definition Multimedia Interface) inputs for
audio/video sources are supplemented by standard SPDIF (coax) and EIAJ (optical)
digital inputs for audio. HDMI is the connection standard adopted for high
definition A/V sources. An HDMI cable may carry 1080p HD video signals and
uncompressed multichannel LPCM digital audio as well as the latest HD audio
codecs (Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio) and certain control signals.
Several versions of HDMI have been introduced, each surpassing the other in
bandwidth and support for additional features. While the hardware used to
transmit and receive on HDMI may be labeled by its version number (the SSP-800
uses version 1.3b for all HDMI inputs and outputs), there will be differences
among products’ actual capabilities. The SSP-800 uses HDMI 1.3b primarily
to support the component’s long life in an evolving market. As new sources
emerge, the SSP-800 offers the potential for transferring more information into
and through its circuitry. For example, the video signal path supports 36-bit
Deep Color video, even though Blu-ray Discs are only 24-bit video sources. In
general, the bandwidth of components and circuitry in the SSP-800 is sufficient
to accommodate all current and proposed next-generation sources.
Touchscreen Control and More Classé Delta series components were the first A/V
products to offer touchscreen control. Since then, touchscreen control has
become an integral benefit for other consumer electronics products. Touchscreen
control is more reliable and infinitely more flexible than the older style
controls using push-buttons with fixed-segment displays. The SSP-800 is
custom installation friendly. It is equipped with bi-directional RS-232 control
and status, rear panel IR, front panel IR transmitter/receiver, CAN BUS and DC
triggers. Video sources of all HDTV resolutions including 1080p are available
for viewing on the touchscreen. On Screen Display (OSD) messages can be overlaid
on all video signals. Older analog video sources are converted to digital and
made available on the HDMI outputs. For displays lacking digital video
connections, a component video output is available for analog video sources.
Real World Applications In addition to quality and technology, the SSP-800 has
flexibility built in. Its ten-channel design creates the possibility of
configuring two channels for additional subwoofers or as mirrors of the front
left and right channels for bi-amplifying the front left and right speakers.
Alternatively, these two channels may be devoted to delivering audio to a
separate room or system, with source selection shared with the main theater and
either fixed or variable output. Five-band parametric equalization is provided
for each of the ten channels to help tune the system to its environment. Classé
has elected to offer the system EQ as a manual feature. While several automated
systems are available on the market, the complexity of room acoustics guarantees
that no automatic system can achieve consistent, optimum results. Our experience
is that the best results are obtained by combining measurements with human
judgment. The filters used in the EQ are rendered accurately by our processor,
which uses floating point arithmetic operating in 64-bit double-precision. The
wealth of knowledge applied to the SSP-800 design and the inspiration for its
execution do not come from a textbook—they come from the passion and dedication
of those who have spent their lives in the pursuit of higher performance. Classé
offers the SSP-800—the definitive preamp/processor—for those who share our
singular passion for performance.
Finale di potenza a 5 canali ad alta corrente. 5 x 100W
su 8 ohm, 5 x 200W su 4 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria complementare.
Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver e transistor bipolari per
gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore toroidale. Stadi di alimentazione separati
per i circuiti di controllo e AC. Ingressi RCA e XLR. RS-232 bidirezionale.
Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Building
powerful amplifiers is a relatively simple proposition. While size and heat
dissipation are usually considerations, high-powered amps are available at
relatively modest prices. So why do some clearly sound better? The answer lies
in the control of the power and the degree to which designers optimize the
performance of their chosen technologies. Solid State Design Most designers who
use solid state devices tend to choose a favorite type of device (bipolar,
MOSFET, J-FET, etc.) and design around its known strengths and weaknesses. It's
a logical approach, since knowing everything about one type of device is easier
than knowing everything about all of them. But the Classé Design Team have
decades of experience working with many different devices. They have intimate
knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in solid state devices of
every major category. This knowledge enables a more creative design approach,
where devices of different type are used to maximum advantage in each
amplification stage. In order to achieve consistently high performance across
the entire range of amplifiers, Classé designs are derived from a common
platform, sharing common circuit blocks and in some cases, entire channel
modules. J-FET devices are utilized in the input stage because of their high
input impedance and low offset current. As a result, Classé amplifiers are easy
to drive and low-noise, they don't interact adversely with interconnect cables,
and with J-FET input stages, require no sound-degrading coupling capacitors.
MOSFET devices, like J-FETs, are voltage driven. They were chosen for the driver
stage, where they deliver the necessary voltage gain while also being
well-suited to meet the current requirements of the output stage. Bipolars, if
driven with sufficient current, are excellent high-current output devices for
amplifier output stages. Bipolars are also capable of superior low frequency
performance and stability compared with the alternatives. All Classé amplifiers
share the benefits of these and other design choices where tradeoffs are
balanced to achieve uniquely compelling sound. Class A For Classé amplifiers,
output stage DC bias is set to idle at a relatively low level to minimize heat.
As the output increases under load, the bias increases, remaining at about 1/3
of the total output power. So for example, a Classé amplifier delivering 100W
into an 8 load will be operating at about 30W Class A, eliminating any effect of
switching distortion normally associated with a Class A/B design. Power Supply
All Classé amplifiers use custom-designed, high-regulation toroidal transformers
for low noise and high current capability under load. These large and expensive
parts are protected from potentially harmful in-rush current at turn-on by large,
series surge resistors. Each transformer is built with separate secondary
windings to enhance channel separation while giving all channels the benefit of
the massive, over-built transformer core. Power supply filtering is taken to the
extreme in Classé amplifiers. Large banks of small to moderately sized
capacitors smooth ripple on the supply voltage and provide a virtually limitless
reservoir of power that can be accessed instantaneously by the audio circuits.
It is the combination of speed and total size that make this approach
particularly desirable in high-performance amplifiers. Circuit
ManagementBuilding amplifiers with exceptional sound that are also reliable is
an illusive goal for many designers. The Classé Design Team have developed new
techniques for managing circuits without degrading amplifier performance. Gone
are the internal fuses that sometimes act too slowly and degrade sound. Gone are
the DC blocking caps, used in other designs to protect loudspeakers from harmful
DC. In their place is a control circuit, driven by its own independent power
supply, devoted to managing the audio circuits without intruding in the signal
path. Output current is often required in massive amounts for short periods.
Knowing the difference between a large, temporary demand and a shorted speaker
cable, allows Classé amplifiers to perform their best and also protect
themselves from dangerous fault conditions. Hall-effect rings are used to
monitor output current, encircling the conductors without lying in the signal
path. Their output voltage is digitized and monitored over time, allowing the
amplifier to make an intelligent decision about whether the amplifier is
handling a demanding piece of music, or wrestling with a fault condition (such
as a shorted speaker cable).A DC servo is used to correct for DC voltages that
could degrade the sound or even harm loudspeakers if allowed to pass. Thermal
sensors inside, including sensors on every heatsink, monitor operating
temperatures and switch the amplifier off if potentially harmful conditions
exist. The AC mains voltage, frequency, phase and ground condition are
constantly monitored to be sure that normal operating conditions exist.The
Classé Design Team have developed a robust system for ensuring the optimum
operation of Classé amplifiers and adequate protection of your investment. The
concept is simple. Classé amplifiers either sound their best, or they switch
off.Advanced Mechanical Platform In high-performance audio systems, every detail
matters, including the chassis that encloses the circuitry. Unwanted vibrations
caused by the sound of the system itself, can reduce clarity and resolution
through microphonic coupling. Classé amplifier chassis are made of both steel
and aluminum. The front panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius
on the front corners. The feet are designed with Navcom™ LimbSaver® material,
specially formulated to provide the proper durometer (or stiffness) for heavy
amplifiers, to reduce the effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system,
the chassis provides a rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the amplifier
circuitry.Balanced and Single-Ended All Classé amplifiers provide for both
balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs. The LEDs on the front panel tell
not only the number of channels, but also their mode of operation. Unlike other
designs, Classé amplifiers allow both single-ended and balanced connections to
be made simultaneously. For example, the user may choose to connect balanced
inputs for the left and right channels of a high-end preamp, while the
single-ended connections for these channels are connected to a surround
processor. The different inputs can then be selected from the front panel, or by
RS-232 via PC or an external control system.
Finale di potenza a 3 canali
ad alta corrente. 3 x 200W su 8 ohm, 3 x 390W su 4 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata
a simmetria complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i
driver e transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore toroidale.
Ingresso RCA e XLR. Doppie uscite per bi-wiring.
RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Building
powerful amplifiers is a relatively simple proposition. While size and heat
dissipation are usually considerations, high-powered amps are available at
relatively modest prices. So why do some clearly sound better? The answer lies
in the control of the power and the degree to which designers optimize the
performance of their chosen technologies. Solid State Design Most designers who
use solid state devices tend to choose a favorite type of device (bipolar,
MOSFET, J-FET, etc.) and design around its known strengths and weaknesses. It's
a logical approach, since knowing everything about one type of device is easier
than knowing everything about all of them. But the Classé Design Team have
decades of experience working with many different devices. They have intimate
knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in solid state devices of
every major category. This knowledge enables a more creative design approach,
where devices of different type are used to maximum advantage in each
amplification stage. In order to achieve consistently high performance across
the entire range of amplifiers, Classé designs are derived from a common
platform, sharing common circuit blocks and in some cases, entire channel
modules. J-FET devices are utilized in the input stage because of their high
input impedance and low offset current. As a result, Classé amplifiers are easy
to drive and low-noise, they don't interact adversely with interconnect cables,
and with J-FET input stages, require no sound-degrading coupling capacitors.
MOSFET devices, like J-FETs, are voltage driven. They were chosen for the driver
stage, where they deliver the necessary voltage gain while also being
well-suited to meet the current requirements of the output stage. Bipolars, if
driven with sufficient current, are excellent high-current output devices for
amplifier output stages. Bipolars are also capable of superior low frequency
performance and stability compared with the alternatives. All Classé amplifiers
share the benefits of these and other design choices where tradeoffs are
balanced to achieve uniquely compelling sound. Class A For Classé amplifiers,
output stage DC bias is set to idle at a relatively low level to minimize heat.
As the output increases under load, the bias increases, remaining at about 1/3
of the total output power. So for example, a Classé amplifier delivering 100W
into an 8 load will be operating at about 30W Class A, eliminating any effect of
switching distortion normally associated with a Class A/B design. Power Supply
All Classé amplifiers use custom-designed, high-regulation toroidal transformers
for low noise and high current capability under load. These large and expensive
parts are protected from potentially harmful in-rush current at turn-on by large,
series surge resistors. Each transformer is built with separate secondary
windings to enhance channel separation while giving all channels the benefit of
the massive, over-built transformer core. Power supply filtering is taken to the
extreme in Classé amplifiers. Large banks of small to moderately sized
capacitors smooth ripple on the supply voltage and provide a virtually limitless
reservoir of power that can be accessed instantaneously by the audio circuits.
It is the combination of speed and total size that make this approach
particularly desirable in high-performance amplifiers. Circuit
ManagementBuilding amplifiers with exceptional sound that are also reliable is
an illusive goal for many designers. The Classé Design Team have developed new
techniques for managing circuits without degrading amplifier performance. Gone
are the internal fuses that sometimes act too slowly and degrade sound. Gone are
the DC blocking caps, used in other designs to protect loudspeakers from harmful
DC. In their place is a control circuit, driven by its own independent power
supply, devoted to managing the audio circuits without intruding in the signal
path. Output current is often required in massive amounts for short periods.
Knowing the difference between a large, temporary demand and a shorted speaker
cable, allows Classé amplifiers to perform their best and also protect
themselves from dangerous fault conditions. Hall-effect rings are used to
monitor output current, encircling the conductors without lying in the signal
path. Their output voltage is digitized and monitored over time, allowing the
amplifier to make an intelligent decision about whether the amplifier is
handling a demanding piece of music, or wrestling with a fault condition (such
as a shorted speaker cable).A DC servo is used to correct for DC voltages that
could degrade the sound or even harm loudspeakers if allowed to pass. Thermal
sensors inside, including sensors on every heatsink, monitor operating
temperatures and switch the amplifier off if potentially harmful conditions
exist. The AC mains voltage, frequency, phase and ground condition are
constantly monitored to be sure that normal operating conditions exist.The
Classé Design Team have developed a robust system for ensuring the optimum
operation of Classé amplifiers and adequate protection of your investment. The
concept is simple. Classé amplifiers either sound their best, or they switch
off.Advanced Mechanical Platform In high-performance audio systems, every detail
matters, including the chassis that encloses the circuitry. Unwanted vibrations
caused by the sound of the system itself, can reduce clarity and resolution
through microphonic coupling. Classé amplifier chassis are made of both steel
and aluminum. The front panel wrap is an aluminum extrusion with a broad radius
on the front corners. The feet are designed with Navcom™ LimbSaver® material,
specially formulated to provide the proper durometer (or stiffness) for heavy
amplifiers, to reduce the effects of external vibration. As a mechanical system,
the chassis provides a rigid, stable, low-vibration platform for the amplifier
circuitry.Balanced and Single-Ended All Classé amplifiers provide for both
balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs. The LEDs on the front panel tell
not only the number of channels, but also their mode of operation. Unlike other
designs, Classé amplifiers allow both single-ended and balanced connections to
be made simultaneously. For example, the user may choose to connect balanced
inputs for the left and right channels of a high-end preamp, while the
single-ended connections for these channels are connected to a surround
processor. The different inputs can then be selected from the front panel, or by
RS-232 via PC or an external control system.
Finale di potenza a 5 canali
ad alta corrente. 5 x 300W su 8 ohm. Circuitazione bilanciata a simmetria
complementare. Dispositivi j-fets per l'ingresso, mosfet per i driver e
transistor bipolari per gli stadi di uscita. Trasformatore toroidale. Ingresso
RCA e XLR. RS-232. Trigger IN/OUT. Controllo IR IN/OUT. RJ45 per bus dati.
Tecnologia ICTunnel per migliorare il raffreddamento e la qualità audio.r bus dati.Telecomando.r bus dati.
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CAP-2100 combines the separate component preamp CP-500 and CA-2100 amplifier
into a single elegant and powerful package. Features include balanced and
single-ended inputs, dual speaker binding posts, TFT touchscreen display, IR
remote and bi-directional RS-232 control.model CAP-2100 frequency response
distortion (THD + noise)10Hz - 22kHz ± 0.1dB 0.005% (1Vrms balanced input)
preamp section sensitivity 1.0Vrms(balanced input, volume 86) S/N
ratio channel separation >90dB >95dB power amp section power/channel
(continuous) (120VAC line, 1kHz signal regulated to 1% THD + noise into
resistive load, all channels driven) load (resistive) 8Ω 100W
4Ω 200W inputs single-ended inputs single-ended tape inputs balanced
inputs 3pr RCA (incl. 1pr w/phono option) / 100kΩ 1pr RCA / 100kΩ 1pr XLR /
200kΩ outputs speaker single-ended (preamp out) balanced tape out
2pr 1pr RCAnone1pr RCA power consumption idle power consumption rated
power consumption 125W 260W weights & measurements width depth
height gross weight net weight 17.5” (445 mm)16.5” (419 mm)(excluding
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