216 vs Esoteric Grandioso S1X
The Grandioso S1X's power @ 8ω is 50W against the 216's 100W, its power @ 4ω 100W against 165W, its signal-to-noise 109 dB against 82 dB, and its thd 0.006% against 0.008%.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$35,000
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 216
The Burmester Audio 216 is a high-end, dual-channel solid-state power amplifier from Burmester’s Top Line. It uses a fully symmetrical, DC-coupled signal path, Burmester X-Amp Class-A input stages, a generously specified power supply, and protection circuitry positioned outside the audio signal path. The amplifier can operate in stereo, mono-bridged, or bi-amping configurations using the appropriate adapters.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 100W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 165W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- A
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.008%
- SNR
- 82 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- XLR, unbalanced
- Analog Outputs
- loudspeaker outputs
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 496 × 191 × 479 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 35 kg (77 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 100W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions