CAD-280SA V12 vs Willsenton R800i
The R800i's power @ 8ω is 48W against the CAD-280SA V12's 100W, its signal-to-noise 90 dB against 84 dB, and its power @ 4ω 48W against 100W. Both share class (A).
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About the CAD-280SA V12
The Cary Audio Design CAD-280SA V12 is a two-channel, push-pull tube power amplifier offering switch-selectable triode and ultralinear operation. It is rated at 50 watts per channel in triode mode and 100 watts per channel in ultralinear mode. The amplifier uses two 6922 input tubes, two SV83/EL84 driver tubes, and twelve EL34 output tubes. Inputs include switch-selectable RCA and XLR connectors, while outputs provide 4-ohm and 8-ohm transformer taps with separate ground binding posts. Specifications include a frequency response of 20Hz–23kHz ±1dB at full power, an 84dB signal-to-noise ratio below rated output, 420W operating power consumption, and 10W standby consumption. The chassis measures 12.5 inches wide by 9 inches high by 20 inches deep and weighs 85 pounds.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 100W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 100W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- A
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 1.3V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 150000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 84 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 317.5 × 228.6 × 508 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 38.56 kg (85 lbs)
- Available Colors
- clear coat over Jaguar Carnival Red, machined black-anodized aluminum front panel
Key Specifications
Power: 100W
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