HCA-2200 II vs HCA-1500A
The HCA-1500A's power @ 8ω is 205W against the HCA-2200 II's 220W, its power @ 4ω 315W against 385W, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 114 dB, and its damping factor >800 against >1000.
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The Parasound HCA-2200 II is a high-end stereo power amplifier renowned for its exceptional build quality, high current output, and musical accuracy. Designed by John Curl, it features a dual-mono topology, pure Class A operation up to 6 watts, and advanced protection circuits. The amplifier delivers tight, controlled bass, detailed midrange, and extended, clear treble, with a wide, deep soundstage and low noise. It is suitable for demanding loudspeakers and audiophile systems, offering both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs, and can be bridged for mono operation with even higher power output.
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The HCA-1500A's power @ 8ω is 205W against the HCA-2200 II's 220W, its power @ 4ω 315W against 385W, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 114 dB, and its damping factor >800 against >1000.
The HCA-2205A's signal-to-noise is 118 dB against the HCA-2200 II's 114 dB and its power @ 4ω 300W against 385W. Both share power @ 8ω (220W) and damping factor (>1000).
The BasX A2's power @ 8ω is 160W against the HCA-2200 II's 220W, its signal-to-noise 112 dB against 114 dB, its power @ 4ω 250W against 385W, and its thd 0.020% against 0.050%.
The HCA-1200's power @ 8ω is 200W against the HCA-2200 II's 220W, its signal-to-noise 110 dB against 114 dB, its power @ 4ω 300W against 385W, and its thd 0.080% against 0.050%.
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