Future TAS: Conrad-Johnson ART108A Power Amplifier

An exciting addition to its range of ART amplifiers, the ART108A is a Class A monoblock power amp capable of a robust 160W into 4-ohm loads (optionally available configured for 8- or 16-ohm loads). The power is developed by four pairs of KT88 output tubes, connected for triode operation. Independent regulated power supplies are provided for the output stage as well as for the input amplifier and inverter stages. The custom mains transformer has plenty of headroom so as not to constrain the amplifier on demanding passages. The output transformer is a proprietary, custom-designed, Translinear, wide-band model. The ART108A boasts extensive use of CJD Teflon capacitors and ultra-high-performance metal-foil resistors.

Price: $48,000/pr.

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