Integrated Amp Reviews

Sidebar 1: Specifications

Description: Solid-state integrated amplifier with tone and balance controls, optional plug-in DAC module (USB, S/PDIF coaxial, S/PDIF TosLink, Bluetooth), optional FM/AM tuner module, optional phono module, and powered output for IR repeater. Preamplifier inputs: 5 unbalanced (RCA), 1 balanced (XLR). Speaker outputs: 2 (selectable). Headphone output: dedicated, low impedance (50 ohms) on ¼" jack. Power output: >110W into 8 ohms (20.4dBW), >170W into 4 ohms (19.3dBW). Frequency response: 10Hz–100kHz, ±2dB line. Continuous current: >8.5 amps (sinewave). Maximum current: ±26 amps, current burst into 0.5 ohm. Output impedance: 0.05 ohm, 20Hz–20kHz. THD: 0.002%. Signal/noise: >102dB, line input. Voltage gain: 33.3dB single-ended input, 27dB, balanced input. Input sensitivity: 410mV. Crosstalk: –80dB at 1kHz. DC offset: ±10mV. Operating voltages: 110V/230V, switchable. Power consumption: 20w at idle (no standby), 500W at full power.
Dimensions: 16.8" (430mm) W by 2.3" (60mm) H by 10.9" (280mm) D. Weight: 19.8 lbs (9kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 1349000088.
Price: $2195. Options: Sequel Mk.2 phono stage, $250; Ruby DAC, $599; Ambit FM tuner, $200. Price as reviewed: $2794. Approximate number of dealers: 40.
Manufacturer: Creek Audio Ltd., 12 Avebury Court, Mark Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP2 7TA, England, UK. Tel: (44) (0)1442-260146. Fax: (44) (0)870-6220846. Web: www.creekaudio.com. US distributor: Music Hall, 108 Station Road, Great Neck, NY 11023. Tel: (516) 487-3663. Web: www.musichallaudio.com.