MZ8 & MZ12 vs Parasound ZAmp v0.3
The ZAmp v0.3's power @ 8ω is 45W against the MZ8 & MZ12's 65W, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 101 dB, its power @ 4ω 60W against 100W, and its thd 0.070% against 0.010%.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$450.05
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MZ8 & MZ12
The Arcam FMJ MZ8 and MZ12 are multi-zone power amplifiers designed for high-fidelity multi-room audio systems. The MZ8 provides 8 channels across 4 stereo zones, while the MZ12 offers 12 channels across 6 stereo zones. Utilizing Arcam's audiophile amplifier technology, including Class AB amplification, oversized toroidal power supplies, massive heat-sinking, and temperature-controlled forced air cooling, they deliver 65W per channel into 8 ohms (all channels driven) with low noise, excellent transient response, and superior sound quality. Features include per-channel trim controls for volume adjustment, RS232 and 12V trigger for integration, and RCA inputs. Both models are rack-mountable (3U) and discontinued.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 65W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 100W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.010%
- SNR
- 101 dB
- Output Voltage
- 0.9V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 11000Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- Binding post speaker terminals
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 432 × 144.5 × 436.5 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 19.3 kg (43 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 65W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions