ST-85 vs IT-85
The IT-85's power @ 4ω is 80W against the ST-85's 85W. Both share power @ 8ω (60W), signal-to-noise (95 dB), and thd (3.000%).
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About the ST-85
The VTL ST-85 is a tube stereo power amplifier designed to provide an engaging and true-to-life listening experience. It uses four EL34 output tubes and four 12AT7 tubes, delivering 60 watts per channel in tetrode mode and 30 watts per channel in triode mode into 5 ohms. The amplifier operates in Class AB1 and features a compact chassis with short signal paths for optimal sound quality. It is praised for its musicality, accurate bass control, and ability to create a coherent, three-dimensional soundstage. The amplifier includes a tetrode-triode switch to select output power and sound character, with tetrode mode suited for dynamic music with bass punch and triode mode for delicate, intimate music. It has a robust build with an extruded aluminum front panel and a tinted glass window to view the glowing tubes. The ST-85 is suitable for satellite, mini-monitor, or small floor-standing speaker systems and is considered a great value in the audiophile market.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 60W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 85W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
- Minimum Impedance
- 2Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.7V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 100Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 3.000%
- SNR
- 95 dB
- Output Voltage
- 0.7V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 0.9Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- Speaker Terminals
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 400 × 180 × 300 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 20.5 kg (45 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black, silver
Key Specifications
Power: 60W
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