STATUS - SOLD
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Description :
Perhaps one of Alchemist's most popular and enduring products, the Kraken Integrated has had a loyal following since its initial release. This Class A amplifier is presented in a mini-sized case which exudes authority - but don't touch for too long as the metal knobs, on metal rods which lead inside the case, get very hot along with the rest of the amplifier. In fact, Alchemist stated that the amp would reach an idling temperature of 55 degrees centigrade in a 24 degree environment.
Independent input and record output switching are provided for the six line inputs, one of which can be upgraded with a plug-in MM phono stage (the process involves removing the top cover and a few of the knobs and rods, but isn't too difficult). All connections are via RCA connectors with an unusual inversion of the left and right connections (right on top and left beneath). Finally, power is delivered by an external power supply, fitted with an encaptured 2 metre lead and locking connector for the power terminal at the rear of the amplifier. Power can only be turned on and off from the external PSU, but given the amplifier's design, for best performance it should be left powered up between listens (excepting when being left unattended for long periods).
Specifications :
Input sensitivity.................................170mV
Output @ 1kHz into 8 ohms...............>55 watts RMS (Typ.60W)
Frequency Response @ 3V...............-3dB @ 100kHz
Distortion @ 15V o/p, 1kHz...............<1% THD
Distortion @ 15V o/p, 10kHz.............<1% THD
Residual Noise (Max. Volume)...........<1mV
Power Consumption (Idle)..................50 Watts
Power Consumption (Peak)...............100 Watts
Weight............................................ 7.5 kg
Dimensions(w x d x h)......................320 x 250 x 85 mm
Miscellaneous :
Made in...........................................UK
Condition.........................................8 / 10 (Decent condition)
Product information :
http://www.alchemisthifi.info/ranges/kraken/alchemist_kraken_apd6_integrated_amplifier.htm
http://www.alchemisthifi.info/documents/elemental_audio.pdf |
