HCA-1200 vs Schiit Audio Vidar 2F
The Vidar 2F's power @ 8ω is 100W against the HCA-1200's 200W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 300W, and its signal-to-noise 123 dB against 110 dB. Both share damping factor (>100).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$900
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About the HCA-1200
The Parasound HCA-1200 is a precision high current power amplifier designed by renowned circuit designer John Curl. It features a 1kVA toroidal power transformer and a 60,000µF power supply to provide ample power reserve. The amplifier uses a Class A cascode J-FET input stage, MOSFET driver stage, and ultra-fast discrete AB output stage for flawless audio reproduction. It delivers 200 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms stereo, 300 watts RMS per channel into 4 ohms stereo, and 600 watts RMS mono into 8 or 4 ohms. The unit has a frequency response of 8Hz to 90kHz, total harmonic distortion under 0.08% at full power, and a damping factor over 120 at 20Hz. It includes gold-plated input jacks, multiple relay protection, and is bridgeable to mono. The amplifier weighs 38 lbs and measures 17 1/4" wide x 5 1/2" high x 12" deep (19" wide with rack mount). It is highly regarded for its robust construction and smooth, clear, powerful sound, making it a vintage masterpiece among audiophiles.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 200W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 300W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Damping Factor
- >100
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Impedance
- 30000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.080%
- SNR
- 110 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 438 × 140 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 17.24 kg (38 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 200W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions