Ianus QuintEssence Power Amplifier
The QuintEssence is not just a higher powered version of the Single Stage-Single ended amplifier concept , used in the Essentia (and Aperio integrated).
Instead, it is a (rev-)evolution of the TriodeFet technology , taking the performance of this unique active element to even higher level.
This new generation of the TriodeFet presents transfer curves with higher fidelity to the curves of the tube used to “copy” the transfer tube.In a way, it is more close to the ideal tube transfer curves than the previous gen of the TriodeFet.
Just like the Ianus Essentia ,the QuintEssence amplifier is not only Single Ended, it is also a Single Stage! Incredibly there is no driver stage and no input stage! This extremely simple topology we feel is a breakthrough in amplifier design, and is an elusive design goal for many, including our lab. It is only possible to execute now as we are finally able to use an active element that has the needed specifications for the purpose: Extremely high linearity, high voltage gain, high current gain and very high input impedance.
Technical Specifications
| Power Output (Class A operation): | 65W @ 8ohm 100W @ 4ohm Stable operation down to 1 ohm Zero feedback design |
| Gain Stage: | Single Stage. Single Ended. |
| Gain: | 26db (26-22-18-14-10-6)db (gain switch using TVC system) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio: | 110db with reference 0db |
| Full power bandwidth: | 5Hz - 60Khz (upper range limited with oscillation prevention limiters) |
| Damping Factor: | User Switchable |
| Idle power consumption per channel: | 140W depending on the bias setting |
| Inputs: | RCA X1, TVC X 1 , AC link X1, True Balanced XLR X 1 |
| Maximum dimensions (excluding plinth): | 520mm H x 400mm W x 310mm D |
| Weight unpacked: | 95kg per monoblock |
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