The new A-36 inherits many of the outstanding design technology features developed for the higher-end models. It redefines the baseline for pure class A power amplifiers

and represents the same unwavering attention to detail and dedication to sound quality for which Accuphase is justly famous. In the output stage, power MOS-FETs renowned

for their excellent frequency response, sonic performance, and superior reliability are used in a triple parallel configuration and driven in pure class A. This is sustained by the

strong power supply featuring a massive transformer and two large 47,000μF filtering capacitors. Output power in each channel is rated for an impressive 150 watts into 1 ohm,

120 watts into 2 ohms, 60 watts into 4 ohms, and 30 watts into 8 ohms. Even speakers with ultralow impedance or drastic fluctuations in impedance curve can be driven reliably

by this impressive amplifier. In the output circuitry, MOS-FET switches are used in place of relays, to eliminate mechanical contacts and improve long-term reliability.

• Pure Class A operation delivers quality power: 30 watts x 2 into 8 ohms
• Power MOSFET output stage features 3-parallel push-pull configuration
• Instrumentation amplifier principle used in input stage
• Amplification stage implements further evolved MCS+ topology
• Current feedback principle combines stable operation with outstanding sound quality
• Bridged connection mode allows upgrading to monophonic amplifier
• Strong power supply with massive high-efficiency transformer and large filtering capacitors
• 4-stage gain control

This results in very low output impedance, ensuring that constant drive voltage is available also for low-impedance loads. Superior performance is evident from the linear power

progression of 45 watts into 8 ohms, 90 watts into 4 ohms, and 180 watts into 2 ohms. The amplifier is even capable of driving ultra-low 1-ohm impedances with an amazing 360 watts

(music signals only). The input stage circuitry is configured as an instrumentation amplifier. This approach makes it possible to achieve fully balanced signal paths, extending from

the signal input all the way to the final power amp stage. Using the A-47 in bridged mode creates a mono amplifier with even more impressive power output capability, rated for

180 watts into 8 ohms, 360 watts into 4 ohms, and 720 watts into 2 ohms (music signals only).