Ultra Series Amplifiers Overview
Our Ultra series has redefined what ‘entry level’ can mean by offering powerful, dependable, and long‐lasting amplifiers at industry‐shaking prices. A lot of skeptics became believers when they heard the difference an Ultra amplifier made to their sound when added to a basic receiver setup. No receiver, regardless of power ratings can compete with a dedicated external amplifier. In fact, it is common practice for companies to publish their receiver’s power at ‘peak’ ratings, giving a number that is very inaccurate under normal use.
Ultra amplifiers start at 125 watts a channel (into 8 ohms), and that’s continuous power. They peak much higher, giving you dynamics and clarity no receiver can compete with.
UPA‐1
A compact, efficient, and powerful amplifier, the UPA‐1 has made owning a monoblock system both practical and affordable. Loaded with one our X‐Series modules, the UPA‐1 produces 200 watts (8 ohms), and features a balanced input connection.
Two UPA‐1s create an excellent stereo listening experience, with the open, clean sound you’d expect from quality monoblock amplifiers. Various multi‐channel setups are possible, combining UPA‐1s with a UPA‐2, UPA‐5 or UPA‐7. A dedicated monoblock 5 or 7 channel system with UPA‐1s, of course, will please the most discriminating ear and wake up any size speaker.
UPA‐2
A two channel amplifier with a small enough footprint for an average bookshelf, but with enough power to shake the room. We might say this amplifier is ‘modest’ compared to our XPA‐2, but the truth is that it’s a bit of a show‐off. It can easily keep pace with ‘bigger amps’ and will embarrass receivers with similar power claims.
The UPA‐2 is perfect for office, bedroom, den or outdoor speakers. Of course, it’s also an outstanding choice for powering surround speakers, and can be used in a variety of multi‐channel setups.
125 watts into 8 ohms, 185 watts into 4 ohms.
UPA‐5 and UPA‐7
Need five channels or seven? That’s the biggest difference between these two amplifiers. The UPA‐7 has a slightly larger transformer to compensate for the extra channels, but the power output, sound quality, and performance between the two units is closely matched.
The same basic design/platform used with the X‐Series began with the Ultra line. These amplifiers are robust, high‐ performance overachievers that prove what real power can do when applied properly.
Ideal choices for a first separates purchase, or as part of a growing A/V system, the UPA‐5 and UPA‐7 can be used in a variety of multi‐channel setups or media applications.
125 watts into 8 ohms, 185 watts into 4 ohms.
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