SA-200.2 ES vs SA-500.1 ES
The SA-500.1 ES's power @ 8ω is 500W against the SA-200.2 ES's 200W and its power @ 4ω 1.0kW against 350W. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and damping factor (>400).
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The Cary Audio Design SA-200.2 ES is a high-performance Class A/B solid-state stereo power amplifier that delivers 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 350 watts per channel into 4 ohms, covering the full audio spectrum from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It features a modular design for improved manufacturing consistency and serviceability, with enhanced current handling and heat dissipation compared to previous models. The amplifier offers exceptional sonic clarity with a smooth, natural sound signature that reflects Cary Audio's legacy of tube amplifier excellence. It includes balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs, a remote trigger input, and heavy-duty gold-plated binding posts for speaker connections. The chassis is a black powder-coated matte steel with a silver or optional black anodized aluminum faceplate. The SA-200.2 ES is designed for long-term reliability and requires a 100-hour break-in period for optimal performance. It weighs 65 lbs and measures 7.5" H x 17.7" W x 19.5" D. This amplifier is suitable for driving demanding loudspeaker systems with high current demands and low impedance loads, providing a dynamic and detailed listening experience with very low distortion and high damping factor.
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The SA-500.1 ES's power @ 8ω is 500W against the SA-200.2 ES's 200W and its power @ 4ω 1.0kW against 350W. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and damping factor (>400).
The Ampzilla 2000 Second Edition's power @ 8ω is 300W against the SA-200.2 ES's 200W, its power @ 4ω 540W against 350W, and its signal-to-noise 120 dB against 100 dB. Both share thd (0.050%).
The C53's power @ 8ω is 150W against the SA-200.2 ES's 200W, its power @ 4ω 300W against 350W, and its thd 0.010% against 0.050%. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB).
The M-900u's power @ 8ω is 150W against the SA-200.2 ES's 200W, its power @ 4ω 300W against 350W, its signal-to-noise 117 dB against 100 dB, and its damping factor >700 against >400.
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