ZOTL40 Reference+ vs Z40+
The Z40+'s output impedance is 1.2Ω against the ZOTL40 Reference+'s 1.6Ω. Both share power @ 8ω (46W), power @ 4ω (51W), and thd (0.500%).
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The Linear Tube Audio ZOTL40 Reference+ amplifier is a flagship tube amplifier that employs David Berning's patented Zero-hysteresis Output TransformerLess (ZOTL) technology. It delivers up to 51 watts per channel into 4 ohms with 0.5% total harmonic distortion, using a push-pull Class AB output stage. The amplifier features a refined chassis and component improvements, including Mullard NOS EL34 tubes known for their excellent midrange and authoritative punch. It has a frequency response of 8Hz to 50kHz, an input impedance of 50k ohms, and an output impedance of 1.6 ohms. The amplifier is auto-biased with no manual adjustments needed. It includes multiple inputs (4 stereo RCA single-ended inputs with Cardas connectors and 1 XLR unbalanced single-ended input), headphone output, and preamplifier outputs. The volume control is a stepped attenuator with 1025 steps and 100 positions for fine resolution. The amplifier weighs 15 lbs and is housed in an aluminum case. It is hand-built in Washington, D.C., and praised for its tonal neutrality, detailed imaging, and musical midrange, making it suitable for long listening sessions without fatigue.
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The Z40+'s output impedance is 1.2Ω against the ZOTL40 Reference+'s 1.6Ω. Both share power @ 8ω (46W), power @ 4ω (51W), and thd (0.500%).
The MA2275's power @ 8ω is 75W against the ZOTL40 Reference+'s 46W, its signal-to-noise 93 dB against 94 dB, and its power @ 4ω 75W against 51W. Both share thd (0.500%).
The ZH230's power @ 8ω is 30W against the ZOTL40 Reference+'s 46W, its power @ 4ω 36W against 51W, its thd 0.300% against 0.500%, and its output impedance 1Ω against 1.6Ω.
The MC275 VI's power @ 8ω is 75W against the ZOTL40 Reference+'s 46W, its power @ 4ω 75W against 51W, and its signal-to-noise 105 dB against 94 dB. Both share thd (0.500%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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