TEAC has announced the AX-505 stereo integrated amplifier that delivers 115W + 115W of output power but occupies just an A4-size footprint.

For its power amplifier stage the new integrated amp employs a new cool-running and highly energy-efficient option, a TEAC-tuned Ncore module by Hypex from the Netherlands. n addition, the AX-505 also provides headphone listening via an integrated headphone amplifier, one that supports ‘ground separate’ connection.

There’s a pair of eye-catching level meters on the front panel too, though TEAC do admit they are there only as eye candy. TTEAC say the amp is silent in operation as there is no need for fans. 

Features 

• 115W + 115W of max output power from a Hypex Ncore power amplifier module, tuned by TEAC
• MUSES8920 op-amps
• Independent resistor ladder-type volume controls
• Large capacity toroidal-core power transformer with Schottky barrier diodes
• CCLC headphone amplifier circuit
• 1/8inch (3.5mm) 4-pole headphone jack supporting ‘ground-separate’ connection
• Dual level meter with 4-step dimmable backlight
• Passive-cooling design for silent operation
• Full-metal body
• Compact design with an A4-sized footprint
• XLR balanced analogue input
• Three sets of unbalanced RCA analogue audio inputs with a wide-pitch connector layout
• A set of gold-plated, screw-type speaker terminals compatible with AWG8 cable and banana plugs
• Auto power-saving
• Remote control included
• RoHS compliant

Price

£1399.99 (available now, in silver or black)