The ULTIMA 3 is a 480-Watt mono power amplifier in Chord Electronics' Full Size range, replacing the SPM 1400 MKII by incorporating the company's trickle-down ULTIMA dual-feedforward error-correction topology. Housed in an aircraft-grade aluminium chassis with a 28mm CNC-machined front panel, dimmable illuminated power sphere, and choice of Integra Leg or acrylic side block mounts, it is available in Jett Black or Argent Silver. Connectivity includes inverted and non-inverted balanced XLR and gold-plated RCA inputs, two pairs of high-current speaker terminals for bi-wiring, a 12V trigger input, and a C19 IEC power socket.
| Input impedance | 0,04 Ω |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | Plný výkon – 2 500 W, Pohotovostný režim (Standby) – 10 W |
| Power Output | 480 W RMS na kanál do 8 Ω, 1 000 W RMS na kanál do 4 Ω |
| Frequency range | -1 dB @ 0,2 Hz až 46 kHz a -3 dB @ 0,1 Hz až 200 kHz |
| Gain | 30 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | Lepší ako -84 dB |
| THD | 0,005 % |
The British company Chord Electronics is one of the world’s most highly regarded manufacturers of high-end audio equipment. It was founded in 1989 by John Franks, who brought with him the uncompromising quality control standards of the aerospace electronics industry. Thanks to their exceptional precision, stability and outstanding sound quality, Chord amplifiers quickly gained the trust of the world’s most prestigious recording studios, including the BBC, Abbey Road, Sony Music in New York and the Royal Opera House in London. The brand has become a global synonym for innovation, primarily thanks to its proprietary D/A converters based on FPGA technology and its own patented algorithms for enhancing resolution, which remain among the world’s finest in digital audio to this day.
Chord Electronics’ portfolio now covers the entire chain for discerning listening – from ultra-precise network streamers through to legendary mobile and desktop D/A converters, upscalers and phono pre-amplifiers, right through to powerful integrated, separate and power amplifiers. The current amplifiers are based on high-frequency power supplies and a dual forward error correction topology, which ensures absolute control over the speakers and exceptionally low distortion. All components are designed and hand-built in the UK, featuring an iconic industrial design. Chord Electronics products are designed for audiophiles and professionals alike who seek surgical precision, immense dynamics and musical detail without compromise.
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Manufacturer
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The Pumphouse, Farleigh Lane, East Farleigh Maidstone ME16 9NB United Kingdom.