SA-500.1 ES vs SA-200.2 ES
The SA-200.2 ES's power @ 8ω is 200W against the SA-500.1 ES's 500W and its power @ 4ω 350W against 1.0kW. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and damping factor (>400).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$6,597.04
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About the SA-500.1 ES
The Cary Audio Design SA-500.1 ES is a next-generation solid-state monoblock power amplifier delivering 500 watts into 8 ohms (1000 watts into 4 ohms). It features a modular design for improved performance, high current capability, stability with low impedance loads, and 3 dB dynamic headroom. Enhanced output stage and heat dissipation provide superior current handling and sonic quality, with a monolithic front end for low distortion and temperature stability. Voiced with a hint of Cary's tube sound, it offers natural reproduction, warmth, detail, and rhythmic drive.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 500W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 1.0kW @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Damping Factor
- >400
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 1.0V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 30000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.050%
- SNR
- 100 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, XLR
- Analog Outputs
- binding posts
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 448.3 × 196.85 × 495.3 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 29.48 kg (65 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black, silver
Key Specifications
Power: 500W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions