Specifications:

Input sensitivities for rated output of 1.2V RMS

into 10kΩ

 

Auxiliary and tape inputs

....................... 80mV RMS

Magnetic phono 1

2.5mV RMS @ lkHz

Magnetic phono 2 ......2.6mV RMS @ lkHz variable

Input overload

 

 

Auxiliary and tape inputs

.........................

4.0V RMS

Magnetic phono 1 and 2

110mV RMS

Rated output

1.2V RMS (No. 1 output)

........................ 0-1.2V RMS (No. 2 output variable)

Maximum output capability

7V RMS

Frequency response over all amp and headphone

amp

 

 

Auxiliary input

20Hz-20kHz ±0.3dB

Phono input (R.I.A.A. corrected)20Hz-20kHz ±0.5dB Distortion over all amp at rated output

Total harmonic distortion

0.02%

(typically 0.009% at 1kHz)

Intermodulation distortion

0.005%

(S.M.P.T.E. 50Hz or 6kHz @ 4:1)

Noise measured on 20Hz to 20kHz bandwidth

Minimum volume

-90dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum volume auxiliary

-80dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum volume phono

-60dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum volume phono

-76dB

(Lin reference 10mV input)

Tone controls

 

Bass

+15dB -18dB at 30Hz

Midrange

+9dB -9dB at 900Hz

Treble

+15dB -12dB at 15kHz

Loudness shelving type

+7dB at 50Hz

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+7dB at 15kHz

;Schematic diagram : Product manual

Filters

 

 

Low 6dB per octave

 

 

from 40Hz

-6dB at 20Hz

-12dB at 10Hz

High 6dB per octave

 

 

from 2kHz

-6dB at 4kHz

-12dB at 8kHz

Total semiconductor compliment

12 IC's (Highspeed low noise, unity gain at 38MHz and wide bandwidth)

16Transistors

8Diodes

8Zener Diodes

1Bridge Rectifier

Mains voltage

230/115 volts AC 50-60Hz

Front panel

19 inch rack mount

Inputs/Outputs

R.C.A. cinch connectors

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DIN for tape 1 and 2

Headphone Amplifier:

Operating Mode

Class A

Rated Power 0.25 watts RMS both channels driven into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz at no more than 0.025% total harmonic distortion.

Maximum Power 0.5 watts RMS both channels driven into 8 ohms from 20Hz to 20kHz at no more than 0.04% total harmonic distortion.

Maximum power at 1kHz 1.0 watts RMS both channels driven into 8 ohms with no more than 0.04% total harmonic distortion.

Noise 20Hz to 20kHz

 

Minimum volume

-90dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum volume auxiliary

-84dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum phono

-65dB

(Lin reference rated output)

Maximum volume phono

-70dB

(Lin reference 10mV input)

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Perreaux SP100 manual Input overload, Tone controls, Filters, Total semiconductor compliment, Operating Mode Class a

SP100 specifications

The Perreaux SP100 is a highly regarded compact power amplifier that stands out in the audiophile community for its exceptional performance and boutique design. Known for its blend of high fidelity and user-friendly features, the SP100 marries cutting-edge technology with a sleek aesthetic, making it suitable for various audio environments, from home theaters to dedicated listening spaces.

One of the main features of the Perreaux SP100 is its robust power output. The amplifier delivers an impressive 100 watts per channel into an 8-ohm load, ensuring that it can drive a wide range of speakers with ease. This power comes from a well-engineered Class AB circuitry that provides both warmth and clarity in sound reproduction. The SP100 can also operate effortlessly with lower impedance speakers, making it versatile for different setups.

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