ORCHARD AUDIO STARKRIMSON STEREO ULTRA AMPLIFIER RELEASED

Orchard Audio has released their new  500W Stereo Gallium Nitride (GaN) amplifier.

Orchard Audio of New Jersey, USA, is introducing the Orchard Audio Starkrimson Stereo Ultra amplifier, using their proprietary dual-feedback modulator and next-generation gallium nitride (GaN) transistors.

The Orchard Audio Starkrimson Stereo Ultra Amplifier

ORCHARD AUDIO STARKRIMSON STEREO ULTRA AMPLIFIER

The Orchard Audio Starkrimson Stereo Ultra amplifier delivers up to 500WRMS (1000WPEAK) of power and 20A of current while maintaining low noise and distortion.

Read more about the Orchard Audio Starkrimson Ultra amplifier modules here.

GALLIUM NITRIDE TRANSISTORS

This latest design fully explores the benefits of the latest GaN transistors. The pulse-width modulation is performed completely in the analogue domain before being amplified by the GaN power stages. Starkrimson amplifiers use Leo Ayzenshtat’s proprietary DC-coupled, fully balanced dual feedback modulator, which allows the amplifier to be completely balanced from input to output, through the use of bridged GaN power stages.

This design provides the Starkrimson Stereo Ultra amplifiers with a large reserve of power for extended transients, and the power expands linearly with the load – 125 watts into 16 ohms; 250 watts into 8 ohms; and 500 watts into 4 ohms. The amplifier is packaged in an aluminium and steel chassis with high-end gold-plated binding posts and connectors, with a front panel option of either matte black or brushed aluminium (silver).

Back panel of the Orchard Audio Starkrimson Stereo Ultra Amplifier

ORCHARD AUDIO STARKRIMSON STEREO ULTRA AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS

Fully balanced from input to output (w/differential input)

Differential and single-ended audio inputs

Low noise and distortion

2-ohm capable

20A of output current

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 120dB (A-weighted, 22kHz BW)

Frequency response: DC – 80kHz+

Gain (balanced input): 19.05dB

Gain (single-ended input): 25.05dB

Power output into 16/8/4Ω: 125/250/500WRMS

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

Orchard Audio is offering preorder prices ($1,999.95 USD)  until the end of June 2021. Starkrimson Stereo Ultra amplifiers will start shipping in August and are available with differential (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs or both ($150 option). All DIY enthusiasts can also order the Starkrimson Ultra Mono Amp Module and kits separately, in order to build their own systems.

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