System Features
The Samson Servo Amplifier utilizes the latest technology in professional power amplifier design. Here are some of its main features:
•The Servo-550 model delivers 275 watts (into 4 ohms) of power per side. The Servo-260 model delivers 130 watts (into 4 ohms) of power per side.
The Servo-170 model delivers 85 watts (into 4 ohms) of power per side.
•Optimized for usage in professional and project recording studios as well as live performance, the Servo Amplifier boasts specifications (such as 0.03% THD, S/N of 103 dB, crosstalk of 83 dB, and frequency response of 20 Hz to 50 kHz) that ensure ultra-clean sound quality in any environment.
•Unique bipolar circuit design that continuously keeps DC output during idling at or near 0 volts (thus keeping idle speakers at their 0 point). This serves to minimize heat overload problems by effectively preventing the Servo Amplifier from applying power when unnecessary.
•Protection relay circuitry (linked to the DC offset circuitry) that prevents “thumps” when powering on or off. This means that you can use the Servo Amplifier with a single power strip into which a mixer or other audio devices are connected, without danger of damage to connected speakers.
•The incorporation of high-current output power transistors that provide power to spare.
•Front-panel Clip, Idle and Protection lights that show you at a glance the status of the Servo Amplifier. To help you avoid overload before it occurs, the Clip light goes on whenever the input signal rises to a distortion level above .03% THD.
•Independent left and right Channel Input controls, with 41-position detents.
•The Servo-550 provides electronically balanced 1/4" input connector jacks, while the Servo-260 and Servo-170 provide both balanced 1/4" input connector jacks and unbalanced RCA input jacks. All three models feature unbalanced 1/4" output jacks as well as binding post (in the Servo-550) or push-spring (in the Servo-260 and Servo-170) output connectors.
•Rugged construction (an all-steel chassis with a lightweight anodized aluminum heat sink) makes the Servo Amplifier eminently roadworthy.
•Flexible design allows the Servo Amplifier to be used free-standing or mounted in any standard 19" rack (the Servo-260 and Servo-170 models take only two rack spaces, while the Servo-550 requires just three).
