Earthquake Sound Cinenova 7 Cinénova Grande 5/7 Number of Channels, Power Rating Per Channel

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Specifications

Earthquake Sound

MODEL

Cinénova Grande 5/7

Cinénova 7

 

 

 

 

 

Number of Channels

5-channels / 7-channels

7-channels

 

 

 

 

 

Power Rating Per Channel

1 (8-ohm load), all channels driven: 360 Watts

(8-ohm load) Rated:150 WRMS

Measured:170

2 (4-ohm load), all channels driven: 610 Watts

2 (4-ohm load) Rated:250 WRMS

Measured:300

 

2 (2-ohm load), all channels driven: 810 Watts

2 (2-ohm load) Rated:300 WRMS

Measured:350

Output Load Impedance

Safe with all loads from 2-Ohm to 16-Ohm

Safe with all loads from 4-Ohm to 16-Ohm

 

 

 

 

Input Impedance

- RCA: 28-kOhms

- RCA: 28-kOhms

 

- XLR: 48-kOhms

- XLR: 48-kOhms

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input Sensitivity

- RCA: 1.6V

See table pg. 13, item 7

 

- XLR: 2.4V

 

 

 

 

Voltage Gain (Av)

42V Gain Relative to 1 watt

42V Gain Relative to 1 watt

 

 

 

 

 

Frequency Response

up to 50kHz ±0.1dB

up to 30kHz ±0.1dB

 

 

 

 

 

Crossover Filter (low-pass/high-

Variable Selector from 20Hz - 5kHz with a slope of 12dB/Octave

N/A

 

pass)

 

 

 

 

Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise

0.003% at 1 watt

0.003% at 1 watt

 

 

 

 

 

Signal to Noise Ratio (A-Weighted)

Greater than -121 dB

Greater than -121 dB

 

 

 

 

Cross Talk / Channel Seperation

Greater than -110 dB from 17Hz to 40kHz

Greater than -110 dB from 17Hz to 40kHz

 

 

 

 

Slew Rate

55V/microsecond

60V/microsecond

 

 

 

 

 

Damping Factor

1600 at 8-Ohm, 800 at 4-Ohm, 400 at 2-Ohm

600 at 8-Ohm, 300 at 4-Ohm

 

 

 

 

 

DC Output Offset

Less than 0.004V

0.004

 

 

 

 

 

Power Requirement

120 VAC/240 VAC Factory Pre-set

120 VAC/240 VAC Factory Pre-set

 

 

 

 

Chassis Dimensions (H x W x D)

9 1/4” x 18” x 21” (235mm)x(457mm)x(533mm)

6 7/8” x 17” x 16 1/4” (175mm)x(432mm)x(413mm)

 

 

 

 

Net Weight

Grande-5: 110lbs / 49.9Kg Grande-7: 122lbs / 55.3Kg

80lbs / 36.3Kg

 

 

 

 

 

Shipping Weight

Grande-5: 134lbs / 60.8Kg Grande-7: 148lbs / 67.1Kg

99lbs / 45Kg

 

 

 

 

 

1RMS power, measured at 1% THD and 1kHz input frequency

2Adequate ventilation may be required and 240VAC/20 Ampere circuit is recommended

Depending on listening habits and ambient temperatures, 4-ohm and 2-ohm uses might require additional cooling

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Cinenova 5, Cinenova 7 specifications

The Earthquake Sound Cinenova series, which includes the Cinenova 7 and Cinenova 5 amplifiers, represents a high-performance solution for audio enthusiasts seeking power, clarity, and reliability in home theater systems. Both models from Earthquake Sound are designed to provide exceptional audio fidelity while accommodating various speaker configurations, making them ideal for audiophiles and home theater aficionados alike.

The Cinenova 7 is a 7-channel power amplifier that delivers a staggering amount of power, with each channel capable of providing up to 200 watts into 8 ohms and even more into lower impedances. One of its standout features is the use of Class A/B amplification technology, which ensures minimal distortion and high linearity, providing listeners with a rich and detailed sound signature. This model is designed to effortlessly drive large speakers, making it suitable for immersive movie experiences and dynamic musical performances.

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