Seems like several of the boutique Purifi builders, Apollon, Rouge, VTV, March, are using the new module, but none of the big boys have come out with a new model yet, AFAIK.
Best High Current amplifiers stable into low impedances
Seems like all I hear when reading Stereophile’s measurements when it comes to speakers: must be used with a High current amplifier stable at 2 Ohm. Most amplifiers rarely give specs related to 2 ohm loads. Most amplifiers are only stable into 8 and 4 ohm loads, and if they mention 2 ohm it seems they aren’t saying continuous, but peak, short term power.
With speakers becoming more complex and harder to drive, what are some high current amplifiers that have no problem with these 2 ohm or lower impedance speakers?
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I just checked the VTV site and the specs are not too bad. 950W @ 2Ω 500W @ 4Ω 250W @ 8Ω (2) Bruno strikes again. Purifi 1ET7040SA VTV Amplifier. Sinad 109. 950 watts. - YouTube
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I think I I need to give one of these amps a try before I buy an old school amp for my Livingroom. I love the sound of the Benchmark AHB2 (that is no sound). Though the AHB2's power in 2 Ohm is lacking in stereo and definitely in mono. The Purifi modules are supposed to be almost as good as the AHB2 but with better power specs at 2 Ohm.
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I may have misinterpreted the OP's question. I believe there is a difference between HIGH CURRENT vs WATTS. Can anyone set me straight on that. I am considering the excellent 150 watt CODA #16 (which is supposed to be high current) vs some other amps that have a lot more watts. Are there scenarios where the CODA #16 could be considered a better match for a 2 Ohm hard to drive speaker vs an amp with more watts? CODA #16 specs Maximum current: 100 amperes per channel Power supply: 3KVA power transformer/ Dual independent rectification and 280,000 of power supply filter capacitance |
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