PrimaLuna EVO 300 Power Amplifier
Best high fidelity amplifier for discerning audiophiles seeking musical warmth.
This hybrid design finally bridges the gap between the lush, organic warmth of tubes and the punchy, authoritative grip of solid-state power. It’s a rare balancing act that lets you fine-tune the sound profile to your mood, though you’ll need to embrace the occasional tube maintenance that comes with the territory.
$7195.00
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Music Direct
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking tube warmth without sacrificing solid-state power and control.
- Enthusiasts wanting to experiment with tubes without complex manual adjustments.
- Listeners with diverse speaker collections or plans for future upgrades.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious audiophiles or those new to high-fidelity audio.
- Owners sensitive to recurring maintenance costs for their audio gear.
- Purists committed to either an all-tube or all-solid-state sonic signature.
Performance breakdown
Sonic Versatility
Switchable Triode and Ultra-Linear modes offer distinct, customizable sound profiles.
Power Delivery
Hybrid design provides robust, high-current drive for demanding speaker loads.
Build Integrity
Point-to-point wiring and massive transformers ensure exceptional long-term reliability.
Maintenance Ease
Adaptive AutoBias technology eliminates the hassle of manual tube biasing.
Connectivity Options
Balanced XLR and RCA inputs accommodate a wide range of preamps.
System Scalability
Bridgeable mono operation allows for significant power upgrades in the future.
Key Specs
Output Power (8 ohm, 4 ohm) Stereo
160 W, 300 W
Output Power (8 ohm, 4 ohm) Mono
115 W, 245 W
Inputs
1 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo XLR
Tube Complement
6 x 12AU7
Damping Coefficient (Stereo)
300
Damping Coefficient (Mono)
150
Input Impedance (RCA, XLR) Stereo
32 kOhm, 4.9 kOhm
Input Impedance (RCA, XLR) Mono
18 kOhm, 50 kOhm
Gain (High, Low)
30 dB, 24 dB
Weight
68.3 lb.
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