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Power Amplifiers

The role of a power amplifier is simple but demanding: to provide the raw energy needed to bring your speakers to life without compromising the delicate details of the music. Our collection represents the pinnacle of current delivery and signal purity. Whether you are seeking the cutting-edge, low-noise efficiency of Aavik and Eversolo, or the rich, organic sound of Grandinote, we have a solution that offers the headroom your system deserves. From the timeless reliability of QUAD to the high-current musicality of Xindak, these amplifiers ensure that your music has the scale, impact, and dynamic truth of a live performance.
EverSolo AMP-F10 Class AB Power Amplifier
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EverSolo

EverSolo AMP-F10 Class AB Power Amplifier

£2,349.00
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Xindak XA8800MNu Mini Mono Power Amplifier
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Xindak

Xindak XA8800MNu Mini Mono Power Amplifier

£3,210.00
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Wattson Audio Madison Lounge Edition Power Amplifier
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Wattson Audio

Wattson Audio Madison Lounge Edition Power Amplifier

£6,495.00
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Marantz MA6100 Monophonic Power Amplifier - Pair
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Common Queries & Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a power amplifier have "too much" power and blow my speakers?

Counterintuitively, you are far more likely to damage your speakers by using an amplifier with too little power.

When a low-powered amplifier is pushed beyond its limits to reach high volumes, it "clips" the audio signal. This clipping sends a harsh, distorted square wave of direct current to your speakers, which can fry your delicate tweeters in seconds. A massively powerful amplifier, on the other hand, will simply coast along effortlessly. It provides vast "headroom," delivering ultra-clean, undistorted power to your speakers. As long as you don't crank the volume dial to physically painful levels, having excess power is the safest and best-sounding scenario for your system.

What is "Bi-Amping"?

Many high-end loudspeakers have two sets of binding posts on the back: one for the high/mid frequencies and one for the low bass frequencies.

Bi-amping involves removing the metal bridge between these posts and using two separate power amplifiers (or a multi-channel power amp) to drive the speaker. One amplifier focuses entirely on the delicate tweeters, while the other acts as the heavy lifter for the woofers. This completely isolates the heavy electrical back-force of the bass drivers from the sensitive treble network, resulting in incredibly precise imaging, vastly improved dynamics, and tighter bass control.

What does "Damping Factor" mean, and why does it matter?

Damping factor is a specification that measures an amplifier's ability to physically stop the speaker cone from moving after a musical note has ended.

Think of a massive bass drum strike. The amplifier needs raw power to push the heavy woofer outward, but it needs a high damping factor to act as a brake and snap the woofer back to a dead stop. An amplifier with a low damping factor will allow the woofer to "wobble" slightly after the note, resulting in muddy, booming bass. An amplifier with a high damping factor holds the woofer in an iron grip, delivering tight, articulate, and punchy bass that starts and stops on a dime.

Does a solid-state power amplifier need to "warm up"?

Yes. While they don't use vacuum tubes, high-end solid-state power amplifiers are heavily reliant on thermal equilibrium.

When you first turn the amplifier on from cold, the internal components (especially the massive capacitors and output transistors) are not operating at their optimal specifications. The sound may initially seem slightly rigid, analytical, or flat. Most high-end power amplifiers require between 30 to 60 minutes of playing time to reach their intended operating temperature. Once thoroughly warmed up, you will notice the soundstage opening up, the bass becoming more fluid, and the treble taking on a smoother, more relaxed character.

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