C8 vs Quad 303
The 303's signal-to-noise is 108 dB against the C8's 100 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.100%. Both share power @ 8ω (50W) and power @ 4ω (70W).
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The Rotel C8 is a premium 8-channel Class AB amplifier designed for custom installation and multi-room audio systems. It features an oversized, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer driving sixteen high-current output devices for controlled bass energy and dynamic performance. The amplifier includes four analog inputs available to all zones through internal matrix switching, independent volume, bass, treble, and balance controls for each of four zones, and detachable Phoenix speaker connectors for pre-wire installations. Control system integration is available via IP and RS232 interfaces with 12-volt trigger input. The custom 2U rack-mount chassis requires no top or bottom clearance spacing and includes all necessary rack-mounting hardware. Available in black finish only.
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Size, weight, and appearance
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The 303's signal-to-noise is 108 dB against the C8's 100 dB and its thd 0.002% against 0.100%. Both share power @ 8ω (50W) and power @ 4ω (70W).
The IS-AMP8100-BK's power @ 8ω is 100W against the C8's 50W, its signal-to-noise 95 dB against 100 dB, and its power @ 4ω 100W against 70W. Both share thd (0.100%).
The CI 980's power @ 4ω is 60W against the C8's 70W, its signal-to-noise 80 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.030% against 0.100%. Both share power @ 8ω (50W).
The RMB-1504's power @ 8ω is 70W against the C8's 50W, its power @ 4ω 115W against 70W, its signal-to-noise 115 dB against 100 dB, and its thd 0.030% against 0.100%.
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