KA-S 270 vs KA I 180 Mk2
The KA I 180 Mk2's power @ 8ω is 180W against the KA-S 270's 270W and its power @ 4ω 300W against 450W. Both share signal-to-noise (112 dB) and damping factor (>1000).
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The Karan Acoustics KA-S 270 is a high-end, fully balanced dual mono power amplifier introduced around 2008. It delivers 270 watts per channel into 8 ohms, with increased power at lower impedances (450W at 4Ω and 830W at 2Ω). The amplifier features a frequency response from 1Hz to 300kHz, a damping factor greater than 6000 at 8 ohms, and a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 112 dB, ensuring exceptional audio clarity and control. It uses premium components including WBT terminal blocks and Cardas internal wiring. Inputs include both XLR and RCA connectors. The amplifier weighs 52 kg and measures 500 x 235 x 450 mm. It is designed with a truly balanced circuit topology and is DC coupled with no capacitors in the signal path, contributing to its high fidelity sound reproduction. The product comes with a 5-year warranty and is carefully hand-assembled and matched by Karan Acoustics in Novi Sad, Yugoslavia (Serbia).
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