M-PWR vs Adcom GFA-5300
The GFA-5300's power @ 8ω is 80W against the M-PWR's 40W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 106 dB, its power @ 4ω 125W against 60W, and its thd 0.180% against 0.050%.
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The Audiolab M-PWR is a compact stereo power amplifier designed to match the form factor of Audiolab's M-DAC and Q-DAC DACs. It delivers 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 60 watts into 4 ohms, with ultra low distortion (0.05% THD) and a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The amplifier features both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, allowing it to be paired with a variety of sources including DACs, CD players with volume control, or headphone outputs. It is housed in an anodized aluminum case with dimensions 246.5 x 114 x 252 mm and weighs 4.7 kg. The M-PWR is designed for desktop or shelf use, providing high performance in a small footprint. It offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 106 dB and is optimized for low distortion and protection against short circuits and overheating. The amplifier is suitable for driving loudspeakers with a minimum impedance of 4 ohms and is backed by an Australian manufacturer warranty. Available in black or silver finishes, it was released in 2013 and is praised for its clean, detailed sound and solid build quality, though some reviews note a slightly mechanical sound character.
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