Chord Electronics Ultima 6 180W Power Amplifier

Description

ULTIMA 6

The Chord Electronics ULTIMA 6 is a new 180-watt model, benefiting from John Franks’ ground-breaking dual-feed-forward circuit. This delivers a lightning-fast response coupled with effortless power, for astonishing dynamics and timing, for unrivalled fidelity.

Thirty years in-the-making, this new dual-feed-forward topology offers breakthrough performance and is the first all-new circuit from Chord in three decades. ULTIMA amplifiers have been engineered for the very finest hi-fi systems; the ultimate expression of the finest high-performance, ultra-fast, high-power amplifier technology available today.

ULTIMA 6 has an incredible 16 proprietary MOSFET power devices which demand the most advanced and refined drive circuitry, featuring an ultra-low-distortion, high-voltage amplifier operating at very high speed: 300 volts per microsecond.

The TO3-style dual-die lateral-matched MOSFETs are continuously monitored with output stage error-correction circuitry and feature fully balanced input circuitry with DC-tracking servos and full temperature compensation.

ULTIMA 6 shares the same DNA as the flagship and reference-level mono blocks, yet benefits from greater practicality and affordability, due to a differing power output.

The renowned aircraft-grade solid aluminium casework offers a reassuringly high-end and entirely non-resonant enclosure for the electronics and is presented with a redesigned 28-mm-thick fascia featuring John Franks’ latest aesthetic.

A recessed spherical polycarbonate power button illuminates for standby and operation modes and a discreet, hidden front panel switch, located in the vertical split line, enables dimmable lighting.

The amplifier’s rear panel contains both balanced and unbalanced connections, high-quality loudspeaker terminals, a 12 V trigger and a C-19-type IEC.

Features

• 1 x Stereo Pair of Gold Plated Balanced XLR Inputs.
• 1 x Stereo Pair of Gold Plated Unbalanced RCA Inputs.
• 1 x 12v Trigger Input – Chord Electronics Auto Start.
• 1 x Pair of High Quality, High Current, Gold Plated Type Speaker Terminal Outputs.

Specifications

• Output Power: 180 W RMS per-channel into 8 Ω
• Power Consumption: Full power 1500 W / Standby 10 W
• THD: 0.005 %
• Frequency Response: -1 dB – 0.5 Hz – 100 kHz
• Gain: 30 dB
• Dimensions with included Integra Legs: 18cm (H) x 48cm (W) x 36cm (D)
• Dimensions with optional Side Blocks: 15cm (H) x 42cm (W) x 36cm (D)
• Weight: 22.4 kg

Included

• ULTIMA 6 Quickstart guide.
• Safety instructions.
• 15A Mains IEC cable.

Full Chord Electronics Range Available

Unilet Sound & Vision are official retail partners for Chord Electronics, providing sales, advice and assistance on their entire range of high-quality products. Please do get in touch if you would like a demonstration or wish to purchase.

More Information

• ULTIMA 6 Stereo Power Amplifier, by Chord Electronics

Additional information

Brand

Chord Electronics

Born out of the uncompromising world of avionics, Chord Electronics focus upon two main objectives - creating the world’s finest sounding hi-fi and pushing the boundaries of innovation.

The company makes visually unique and sonically stunning designs with a timeless appeal, and have designed a whole product ecosystem with a beautiful industrial aesthetic to suit any environment. Chord products are a talking point in any location, from showroom to yacht, home to studio.

Please note that Chord Electronics specify their Table Top, Choral, Ultima, and Ultima Reference product ranges must only be available for in-store purchase, not online.