PM8000 vs Rotel RA-985BX
The RA-985BX's power @ 8ω is 100W against the PM8000's 95W, its damping factor >400 against >100, its input sensitivity 0.1V RMS against 0.0V RMS, and its input impedance 15000Ω against 47000Ω.
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The Marantz PM8000 is a discontinued stereo integrated amplifier from the late-1990s/early-2000s Marantz range. It combines a moving-magnet phono stage, multiple analogue line-level and recording connections, processor loop, headphone output, remote control, and selectable Class A or Class AB power-amplifier operation. Class AB mode is intended for higher-output use, while Class A mode prioritizes low-power Class A operation.
Amplification power output and characteristics
Input and output connections
Size, weight, and appearance
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The RA-985BX's power @ 8ω is 100W against the PM8000's 95W, its damping factor >400 against >100, its input sensitivity 0.1V RMS against 0.0V RMS, and its input impedance 15000Ω against 47000Ω.
The A12's power @ 8ω is 60W against the PM8000's 95W, its damping factor >200 against >100, and its input impedance 100000Ω against 47000Ω. Both share input sensitivity (0.0V RMS).
The A-9110's power @ 8ω is 50W against the PM8000's 95W and its damping factor 95 against >100. Both share input impedance (47000Ω) and input sensitivity (0.0V RMS).
The PMA-800NE's power @ 8ω is 50W against the PM8000's 95W and its weight 7.5 kg (17 lbs) against 12.3 kg (27 lbs). Both share input sensitivity (0.0V RMS) and input impedance (47000Ω).
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