Kula Integrated Amplifier
The Integrated That Truly Belies Its Size!
Kula is an a la carte modular design creating a fusion of highly technical previous accomplishments. The chassis itself is borrowed from the acclaimed Makua preamp, as is the line stage section and its optional phono stage with independent adjustable settings and up to 6 separate inputs. The optional DAC section which also is available in the Makua, is identical to the world-class Tambaqui stand-alone unit and features 5 digital inputs including Roon endpoint and Bluetooth. Additionally, the Kula incorporates a Mola Mola exclusive amplifier which boast an output of 150 Watts @8 Ohm, doubling into 300 Watts @4 Ohm. Clearly enough power to drive any speaker with ease.
Key Features
I/O
3 balanced and 3 unbalanced inputs, selectable by switch and software
2 Pairs of Furutech binding posts. Directly connected to the amplifier PCB using Kubala-Sosna cable.
All inputs routable through optional processor boards like the phono stage
Processing balance and input gain offset
Phase invert and mono sum
Full software control of routing and processing
Mastering mode
PERFORMANCE
Maximum input level: 20dBu (7.75Vrms)
Input impedance: 100kohm
Unweighted Signal/Noise Ratio: 113dB
Output power: 2x 150W/8 Ohm, 2x 300W/4 Ohm
Distortion (THD) @1kHz: 100W/8R & 200W/4R <0.0004%
Output Impedance: 2m: (20-20kHz) (measured directly on binding posts)
Bandwidth 50kHz @ -3dB
Gain resolution: <1dB, better than 0.2dB over normal listening range
CONTROL
6 programmable presets
(premium) Remote control
Mola Mola Remote app
Roon Ready (if DAC option fitted)
ADD-ON
Mola Mola Phono stage
Mola Mola DAC
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
420mm (W) x 110mm (H) x 370mm (D).
Depth includes volume knob and connectors. 11kg
Mola Mola embodies the idea that once you've removed everything that isn't the music, that what remains is the music.
This is radical. Today's high-end audio has become all about mixing circuit topologies and parts to make a sonic blend that the designer thinks “sounds about right”. You'd almost forget that getting closer to the sound as crafted by the artist really means keeping the replay system from changing it.
