M-300B Tube vs BorderPatrol S20EXD Parallel SE w/EXD
The S20EXD Parallel SE w/EXD's power @ 8ω is 18W against the M-300B Tube's 8W, its power @ 4ω 18W against 4W, and its class A against Tube. Both share output impedance (4Ω).
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The Austin Acoustic M-300B is a high-efficiency, single-ended-triode (SET) tube monoblock power amplifier built around a 300B output tube. Austin Acoustic’s product listing identifies a 436A driver tube and tube rectification, with approximately 5 watts of output and an unusually wide stated response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. A contemporaneous listing for an M-300B version specifies Psvane WE300B and Western Electric 437A tubes, Tamura output transformers, a Tango interstage transformer and power-supply choke, silver signal wiring, selectable 4-, 8- and 16-ohm outputs, and approximately 4–8 watts. Some details therefore appear to vary by production version or source. The amplifier is intended for use with high-sensitivity loudspeakers, particularly horn systems. The manufacturer’s website still presents the model page, but the available evidence does not clearly establish whether new units are currently being manufactured or sold; confirm directly with Austin Acoustic.
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The S20EXD Parallel SE w/EXD's power @ 8ω is 18W against the M-300B Tube's 8W, its power @ 4ω 18W against 4W, and its class A against Tube. Both share output impedance (4Ω).
The Western Electric 300B Limited's class is A against the M-300B Tube's Tube, its weight 19.5 kg (43 lbs) against 20.41 kg (45 lbs), and its height 220 mm against 279.4 mm. Both share power @ 8ω (8W).
The MQ300's power @ 4ω is 8W against the M-300B Tube's 4W and its output impedance 8Ω against 4Ω. Both share power @ 8ω (8W) and class (Tube).
The P20EXD's power @ 8ω is 20W against the M-300B Tube's 8W and its weight 15.88 kg (35 lbs) against 20.41 kg (45 lbs). Both share output impedance (4Ω) and class (Tube).
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