AU-8500BT vs Accuphase E-470
The E-470's power @ 8ω is 180W against the AU-8500BT's 135W, its signal-to-noise 109 dB against 85 dB, and its input sensitivity 0.2V RMS against 0.1V RMS. Both share class (AB).
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AU-8500BT
Usher AudioAmplifiersIntegrated AmplifiersPower Amplifiers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
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About the AU-8500BT
The Usher Audio AU-8500BT is an integrated amplifier designed for high-power, high-current reproduction of digital and wide-dynamic-range audio. Usher describes it as using a specially designed magnetically isolated power transformer, large filter capacitors, instrument-grade precision components, a fiberglass PCB, the shortest possible signal path, and relay-based source switching for clean signal transmission. It also includes a preamp/power amp separation switch for easier connection of external audio processors, and a Bluetooth 5.0 wireless configuration.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 135W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Minimum Impedance
- 2Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.1V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 47000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 85 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- high-level
- Analog Outputs
- stereo amplifier speaker outputs, headphone output
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 436 × 160 × 390 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 14 kg (31 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 135W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions