2.5B³ vs Audio Analogue AA100DM
The AA100DM's power @ 8ω is 100W against the 2.5B³'s 135W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 180W, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 106 dB, and its thd 1.000% against 0.005%.
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The Bryston 2.5B³ is part of the Cubed Series of power amplifiers, offering very low distortion, wide bandwidth, and reduced noise through Bryston's patented Salomie circuit. It is a dual-mono, two-channel Class AB power amplifier with fully independent power supplies and transformers for each channel, delivering 135 W per channel into 8 ohms (up to 180 W into 4 ohms). Key features include balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs, switchable gain (23 dB or 29 dB), convection cooling with no fans, a machined and anodized aluminum chassis, and a DC trigger for automated power control. The 2.5B³ is available with 17- or 19-inch silver or black faceplates and is backed by Bryston's 20-year warranty.
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