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Reference
9 V2 Mono Block 160w Power Amplifier |
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The
Ref 9 V2 Mono Amplifier is intended for use by serious audiophiles. They
are constructed as mono blocks thus a pair will be needed for stereo reproduction.
Sharing a common case with the rest of the NuForce equipment base they will
stack in an elegant fashion. The reference 9's are very unusual at this
price point in that they have a balanced input as well a single ended phono
(RCA) input. there is a simple switch on the back panel enabling change
between inputs. The binding posts on the rear panel are Eichmann Cable Pods
enabling the user to use either spades, 4mm banana plugs or bare wire. They
are regarded by many as being amongst the best connectors in the world.
With its generous power output, and phenomenal current delivery this amplifier
has been built to operate for many years and comes with a standard 3 year
warranty.
on the front panel here is a low brightness power indicator which compliments the choice of case colour. The Reference 9 V2 is available in either black, solver or gold off the shelf. Special colour finishes can be made to order. There is a surcharge for this service. The delivery time reflects the effort NuForce put into their build quality.
Like all of the rest of the NuForce products the Reference 9 V2's are amongst the finest power amplifiers available. Regardless of pricing these amplifiers hold there own with some of the finest valve and semi conductor amplifiers ever built, unlike most other amplifiers the reference 9's run at a cool temperature. The advantages to this are numerous but the main advantage is in the monetary and environmental cost of operation.
N class amplification has been fully researched by NuForce and is an exclusive method of power delivery. NuForce hold worldwide patents on the power delivery technology. Their innovation is apparent in the rapid development of this and other NuForce products.
Sound quality of these amplifier is quite simply stunning. They produce extremely wide stereo sound stage with depth and height correctly proportioned with the performance. Their tonal accuracy is amongst the best we have ever heard at any price point.
"I don't generally listen to anything but valve equipment (and classic valves at that!) but I have to admit that I could live with these (diminutive) amplifiers quite easily. To say that they are impressive is to belittle them, they are the very best solid state power amplifiers I have heard so far, if they had the same ability to heat my listening room as my old valve power amplifiers I might be tempted to buy a pair (I speak as one without central heating)." Leonard Gregory (The Cartridge Man)"Finally, for the cost, output power, styling and size on hand, the NuForce Reference 9s open the doors for more budget-conscious music lovers to partake in high-resolution High Fidelity sound. We must always remember that only the most intensely committed would even enter a soirée with these monos intent on picking them apart. Everyone else will pretty much fall all over themselves over what they offer." Srajen Ebaen (6 Moons)
"Though they weigh in at only 14 pounds for the pair, the NuForce 9.02 monoblock amplifiers are world-class contenders. Their state-of-the-art bass is now complemented by superb mids and highs, laced with smooth sweetness, intensely musical textures, and 3-D imaging. Dynamics are thrilling, and the amps never sound harsh or etched." Robert H. Levi (Positive Feedback)
"I was shocked when I opened the box with the NuForce power amplifiers, at their very small size. I noticed there are no large heat sinks on the outside of the case or even rows of valves. These discrete amplifiers ar as good as my reference standard they throw up a huge vista of sound. They are so inexpensive to run in comparison with my own old semi conductor amplifiers. If I was looking for a pair of amplifiers, I would personally without ny hesitation by multiple numbers of these to tri amp my ATC SCM 35's. They are without doubt a truly tremendous product". Stewart Wennen, Independent Audio Consultant
Technical Specification
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| Reference 9 V2 Mono Power
Amplifier |
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| Analogue Mono Input: | RCA and True Balanced XLR |
| Power Output/Load: | 8 ohm, 325W (peak*) 190W (RMS) 4 ohm 650W (peak*) 300W (RMS) 2 ohm 1300W (peak*) 300W (RMS) |
| Bandwith: | 100 to 20 kHz +/- 0.8 db, 10 Hz -0.5 db, 60 kHz -3 db |
| Input impedance: | 45K ohm |
| Gain: | 27 db |
| Dynamic Range: | 120dB |
| THD+N: | < 0.03% 1 kHz, 8 ohm load, 10 W |
| SNR: | 100 db at 100W |
| Mains Voltage: | 84VAC to 264VAC Auto Selection |
| Binding Post: | Eichmann Cable Pod accepts both spade and 4mm banana plugs |
| Dimensions: | 1.75” x 8.5” x 14” (height does not include feet) |
| Chassis Construction: | 100% high-grade, brushed and anodised aluminium |
| Weight: | 7 lb |
| *Peak Power (20 msec hold time) Peak power provide the required instantaneous power boost. | |
Recent Awards From Around the World:
Golden Ear Award |
Positive Feedback |
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| Amplifier of The Year 2005
Reference 9 |
Editor's Choice Award 2005
Reference 9 |
Online's Writers' Choice
Awards 2005 - Reference 9.02 |
Rear of Reference 9 V2
Mono Block showing inputs and outputs |
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