A501
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About the A501
The SAE A-501 is a vintage dual high-resolution stereo power amplifier produced by SAE between 1980 and 1989 in the USA. It delivers 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 375 watts into 4 ohms, with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It features a very low total harmonic distortion of 0.02%, a damping factor of 60, input sensitivity of 2.24V, and a high signal-to-noise ratio of 114 dB. The amplifier is robustly built, weighing approximately 21.3 kg (46.96 lbs) and measures 78 x 483 x 318 mm. It is known for solid performance, good heat dissipation, and excellent headroom, suitable for driving a wide range of speakers. The unit does not include a remote control and was originally priced around 1,050 USD. It is part of the SAE 01 System series and is recognized for its vintage quality and reliability in high-fidelity audio applications.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 250W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 375W @ 4Ω
- Damping Factor
- 60
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 2.2V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.020%
- SNR
- 114 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 483 × 78 × 318 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 21.3 kg (47 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black
Key Specifications
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions