New Burson timekeeper 80W Class-AB power amp

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rob-fi

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New Burson timekeeper 80W Class-AB power amp
« on: 7 May 2013, 05:31 pm »
Released a few days ago, might be a worthwile addition for a desktop audiophile.

Specs

THD: (1khz @ 8 Ohm) 0.03%
Frequency response: 0hz - 50Khz (+/-3Db)
Signal to noise ratio: >98dB (CD , Line level)
Input Sensitivity / Impedance: 240 mV / 20K
Power Consumption: 300W (peak)
Stereo Mode: Output power: 80W @ 8 Ohm
Bridge Mode (RCA & XLR): Output power: 240W @ 8 Ohm
Operation Class AB
Power Consumption: 300W Peak
Power Requirement: 240V / 110V AC

Thoughts?

srb

Re: New Burson timekeeper 80W Class-AB power amp
« Reply #1 on: 7 May 2013, 06:00 pm »
My thoughts:

1.  Clean and tidy construction

2.  $2200 for a Class A/B 80W/channel solid state amplifier is a little pricey, even if it's smaller than most

3.  It's fan cooled

4.  No specs listed for 4 Ohm operation (and is it 2 Ohm stable?)

Steve

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Re: New Burson timekeeper 80W Class-AB power amp
« Reply #2 on: 7 May 2013, 06:17 pm »
 It ll never ever happen but id love to see companies have the balls to say how much parts cost,labor etc,just to see what this stuff really costs im more then up to pay a fair share for parts labor ideas,etc.

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Re: New Burson timekeeper 80W Class-AB power amp
« Reply #3 on: 7 May 2013, 09:43 pm »
Burson are known for their good value units, hard to beat in their price range. I think its too early to judge it, better to wait and see how it stands against other similar/more expensive gear.


R&D expenses are a lot (there are hours or even years of hard work, also companies make prototypes prior to the launch of a product) after all audio equipment are not toothbrushes  :)


If you are a cheap guy like me you can DIY.