GFA-545 vs Emotiva UPA-200
The UPA-200's power @ 8ω is 125W against the GFA-545's 100W, its signal-to-noise 92 dB against 110 dB, its thd 0.030% against 0.040%, and its damping factor >500 against >400.
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The Adcom GFA-545 is a solid-state stereo power amplifier rated at approximately 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms, designed to deliver clean, low-distortion power to a wide range of loudspeakers. It is known for its ability to drive demanding speaker loads with high current, low total harmonic distortion, and wide bandwidth, resulting in neutral, transparent sound that appeals to audiophiles and studio users alike. The design emphasizes reliability and protection, including robust output devices and comprehensive speaker protection fusing, all housed in a straightforward, no-nonsense chassis intended for long-term, high-quality performance.
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The UPA-200's power @ 8ω is 125W against the GFA-545's 100W, its signal-to-noise 92 dB against 110 dB, its thd 0.030% against 0.040%, and its damping factor >500 against >400.
The RA500's power @ 8ω is 150W against the GFA-545's 100W, its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 110 dB, its damping factor >200 against >400, and its thd 0.500% against 0.040%.
The RB-976's power @ 8ω is 60W against the GFA-545's 100W, its signal-to-noise 116 dB against 110 dB, its thd 0.030% against 0.040%, and its damping factor >100 against >400.
The ST-140's power @ 8ω is 105W against the GFA-545's 100W, its signal-to-noise 95 dB against 110 dB, its thd 0.090% against 0.040%, and its damping factor >100 against >400.
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