A Three S200
Absolute Stereo Power Amplifier
Discover the embodiment of musicality.
The Absolute Amplifier transforms sound into a physical presence, giving music a body that you can feel as much as you hear. Every note takes shape, every chord gains weight, filling your space with a tangible energy.
The Absolute Amplifier redefines sound by giving it dimension and depth. Every detail is delivered with stunning precision, from the softest nuances to the most commanding crescendos. It transforms music into an immersive force, making every listening experience unforgettable.
A Three S200
Absolute Stereo Power Amplifier
The A Three S200 stereo amplifier from the Absolute line inherits the technology developed by Orpheus Lab for the Opus II of the prestigious Heritage line.
It features a current amplification stage driven by six high-power MOSFETs, meticulously hand-matched for each channel, capable of reaching instantaneous current peaks of up to fifteen amperes. To ensure optimal control throughout the amplification chain, each MOSFET is governed by a bipolar technology control stage. This approach, combined with a multi-point feedback topology, allows for the precise application of feedback, achieving a perfect balance between musicality and technical performance. As a result, the A Three S200 adapts seamlessly to any type of loudspeaker.
The Class AB architecture is brought to life by a carefully calibrated 125 mA bias current, delivering a thermal idle power of 15 WPC and allowing the amplifier, at rest, to stabilize at 15 °C above ambient temperature.
To guarantee flawless power delivery, each amplification channel is powered by an oversized toroidal transformer with a capacity of 880 VA.
The polarization circuit ensures optimal biasing regardless of the operating temperature. Furthermore, its low-impedance BJT component architecture maintains constant biasing irrespective of the load type, even at the highest current peaks.
Because musicality comes first and no measuring instrument can rival the human ear in this matter, these technological combinations have been meticulously refined through numerous iterations between laboratory measurements and listening sessions. The result is a purely musical experience, with breathtaking dynamic capability, extremely sharp note attacks, and exceptional openness.
The Revival Filter restores the breath of life to the sound that it had before digitization, thanks to a meticulous attention that has been dedicated to phase optimization.
To ensure compatibility with a broad range of preamplifiers, the output level can be selected digitally within the DAC, offering three settings: “High”, “Med” and “Low”
Discover the embodiment of musicality.
The Absolute Amplifier transforms sound into a physical presence, giving music a body that you can feel as much as you hear. Every note takes shape, every chord gains weight, filling your space with a tangible energy.
The Absolute Amplifier redefines sound by giving it dimension and depth. Every detail is delivered with stunning precision, from the softest nuances to the most commanding crescendos. It transforms music into an immersive force, making every listening experience unforgettable.
A Three S200
Absolute Stereo Power Amplifier
The A Three S200 stereo amplifier from the Absolute line inherits the technology developed by Orpheus Lab for the Opus II of the prestigious Heritage line.
It features a current amplification stage driven by six high-power MOSFETs, meticulously hand-matched for each channel, capable of reaching instantaneous current peaks of up to fifteen amperes. To ensure optimal control throughout the amplification chain, each MOSFET is governed by a bipolar technology control stage. This approach, combined with a multi-point feedback topology, allows for the precise application of feedback, achieving a perfect balance between musicality and technical performance. As a result, the A Three S200 adapts seamlessly to any type of loudspeaker.
The Class AB architecture is brought to life by a carefully calibrated 125 mA bias current, delivering a thermal idle power of 15 WPC and allowing the amplifier, at rest, to stabilize at 15 °C above ambient temperature.
To guarantee flawless power delivery, each amplification channel is powered by an oversized toroidal transformer with a capacity of 880 VA.
The polarization circuit ensures optimal biasing regardless of the operating temperature. Furthermore, its low-impedance BJT component architecture maintains constant biasing irrespective of the load type, even at the highest current peaks.
Because musicality comes first and no measuring instrument can rival the human ear in this matter, these technological combinations have been meticulously refined through numerous iterations between laboratory measurements and listening sessions. The result is a purely musical experience, with breathtaking dynamic capability, extremely sharp note attacks, and exceptional openness.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| INPUT | |
|---|---|
| Connections | XLR or RCA |
| Balanced input Impedance | 94 kΩ |
| Unbalanced input Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Maximum Input Level (input Bal) | 2 Vrms |
| Maximum Input Level (input Unbal) | 1 Vrms |
| Grounding option (unbalanced only) | Grounded : Signal ground connected to earth Lifted : Separated ground and earth signal |
| OUTPUT | |
|---|---|
| Nominal audio power (AB class) | 200 W @ 8 Ohm |
| Instantaneous power peak (<200 ms) | 850 W (max 56.7 Vpic, 15 Apic) |
| Bias current | 125 mA |
| Thermal Idle power | 15 WPC |
| Frequency range (+0 dB, -0.1 dB) | 5 Hz to 24 kHz |
| Frequency range (-3 dB) | 0.7 Hz to 85 kHz |
| THD+N @ 200 W per channel into 8 Ohm | 0.004 % (-88 dB) @ 1 kHz, analysis range 20 Hz to 22 kHz |
| THD+N unloaded | 0.001 % (-100 dB) @ 1 kHz, analysis range 20 Hz to 22 kHz |
| Clip to Noise Ratio (input Bal) | -114 dB |
| Clip to Noise Ratio (input Unbal) | -112 dB |
| Gain unbalanced | 32 dB |
| Gain Balanced | 26 dB |
| Output impedance | 0.0 Ohm |
| Damping Factor | > 3000 |
| TECHNOLOGY USED | |
|---|---|
| Unique bias circuit guarantees a constant high bias current in all situations Real dual mono topology with 6 High resolution MOSFET per channel Each audio channel is powered by its own 880 VA toroidal transformer and 48 mF of dedicated capacitance, ensuring exceptional | |
| POWER | |
|---|---|
| Nominal line voltage | 100, 115 or 230 Vac |
| Input voltage range | -15%, +10 % |
| Maximum power consumption | 930 W |
| SIZE & WEIGHT | |
|---|---|
| Height | 148 mm |
| Depth | 420 mm |
| Width | 440 mm |
| Weight | 30 kg |
| SAFETY FEATURES | |
|---|---|
| Non-invasive protection of the audio signal against overload at a current of more than 9 Apic (equivalent to 320 Wpic power at 4 Ohm) Non-invasive protection on the audio signal against DC components on the audio outputs for all frequencies below 5 Hz Automatic switching to MUTING if the AC line drops or is interrupted. | |
