CAD-805C vs Jolida (Shanghai) 502P
The 502P's signal-to-noise is 85 dB against the CAD-805C's 80 dB, its output impedance 8Ω against 4Ω, and its input impedance 100Ω against 150Ω. Both share power @ 8ω (50W).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$524
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About the CAD-805C
The Cary Audio Design CAD-805C is a single-ended Class A monoblock vacuum-tube power amplifier using a directly heated 845 triode output tube and a 300B driver tube. It is rated at 50 watts RMS in Class A2, with output-transformer taps for 4-, 8-, and 16-ohm speakers. The amplifier uses a 6SL7 input tube, has a frequency response of approximately 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and includes adjustable negative feedback. Unlike later CAD-805 variants, the CAD-805C uses an 845 output tube rather than offering user-selectable 845 and 211 tubes.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 50W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- A
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Impedance
- 150Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 80 dB
- Output Impedance
- 4Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
Key Specifications
Power: 50W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions