Dream SPA-8 vs FM Acoustics LTD FM 1811-MKII
The FM 1811-MKII's power @ 8ω is 500W against the Dream SPA-8's 800W, its power @ 4ω 1.0kW against 1.6kW, its signal-to-noise 115 dB against 93 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.001%.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$109,228
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About the Dream SPA-8
Playback Designs Dream SPA-8 is a reference-level stereo power amplifier from Playback Designs' Dream series. It is designed as a no-compromise flagship amplifier for high-end systems, featuring a fully discrete differential input and voltage amplification stage, class-AB bipolar output stage, and extensive power-supply and control architecture. The SPA-8 is marketed as a special-order product and is physically and electrically extreme, with very high output capability, low noise, and low distortion.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 800W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 1.6kW @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Minimum Impedance
- 2Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 2.8V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- SNR
- 93 dB
- Output Impedance
- 0.2Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Analog Inputs
- XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 730 × 340 × 870 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 137 kg (302 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 800W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions