CAD-211AE vs Pass Labs XA30.8
The XA30.8's power @ 8ω is 30W against the CAD-211AE's 70W, its power @ 4ω 60W against 110W, and its output voltage 0.8V RMS against 1.0V RMS. Both share class (A).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$6,750
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the CAD-211AE
The Cary Audio Design CAD 211AE is a premium monaural power amplifier designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality. It operates in Class A mode at 70 watts and Class A2 at 110 watts, utilizing a pair of 845 output tubes and a pair of 300B driver tubes. The amplifier supports 4, 8, and 16 ohm speaker connections and features a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It includes oil-filled coupling capacitors and a 200% duty cycle power transformer. The CAD 211AE requires a power supply of 100 to 240 volts AC at 50-60 Hz and consumes 230 watts during operation.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 70W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 110W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- A
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 1.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 310.9 × 254 × 609.6 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 40.82 kg (90 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 70W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions