Phaethon vs Thrax Audio ARES MK2
The ARES MK2's power @ 8ω is 120W against the Phaethon's 110W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 180W, its output impedance 0.1Ω against 0.5Ω, and its input impedance 40000Ω against 47Ω.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$25,000
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About the Phaethon
The Phaethon is Ypsilon's first and only integrated amplifier, launched at High End Munich in 2014. It utilizes three active gain stages, with two stages using low-noise 6H30 valves operating in single-ended Class A for the input and driver stages. The output stage employs a 'bridged single-ended' architecture, offering the benefits of both single-ended and push-pull designs. It includes a transformer attenuator with 31 taps for precise volume control, providing a transparent sound without the discontinuity often associated with resistive attenuators. The Phaethon is equipped with separate power supplies for the tube and output stages, each using five power supply inductors for low-noise filtering. All functions are remote-controlled and displayed on an LCD screen.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 110W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 180W @ 4Ω
- Input Impedance
- 47Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Impedance
- 0.5Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Analog Inputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 400 × 185 × 425 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 35 kg (77 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 110W
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