Reference 300 Mk2 vs DS225
The DS225's power @ 8ω is 225W against the Reference 300 Mk2's 280W, its damping factor >100 against 11, and its class D against Tube. Both share thd (1.000%).
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About the Reference 300 Mk2
The Audio Research Reference 300 Mk2 is a monoblock power amplifier that uses 6H30 tubes on the output boards and 6AS7/6N1P tubes on the rear power supply board. It delivers 280 watts continuous power into 16 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz with less than 1% total harmonic distortion. The amplifier features a frequency response from 0.5Hz to 160kHz, a gain of 32 dB, and a damping factor of 11. It is designed to provide open dynamics, clarity, and a live soundstage characteristic of tube amplifiers. The Mk2 version improves on the original Reference 300 with updated tube complement and refined circuitry to enhance sound quality and reliability. This amplifier is highly regarded for its build quality and sonic performance in high-end audio systems.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 280W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- tube
- Damping Factor
- 11
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 1.000%
Key Specifications
Power: 280W
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