{"product_id":"chord-electronics-ultima-3","title":"Chord ULTIMA 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003e480 W mono power amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChord ULTIMA 3 is a monophonic power amplifier delivering 480 W RMS into 8 Ω and 1,000 W RMS into 4 Ω. Sold as a single unit: a stereo system needs two amplifiers. In the Chord Electronics range it takes the place of the SPM 1400 MKII and belongs to the Full Size line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe model was created as part of the company's thirtieth-anniversary celebrations, when the ULTIMA amplifier topology, the manufacturer's flagship design, was carried over into a new mono power amplifier. The manufacturer calls it a modern amplifier, designed for the high-resolution age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCircuit and connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's page lists the cornerstones of the design: class AB with sliding bias, dual feed-forward error correction, a high-frequency switch-mode power supply, proprietary Chord MOSFETs and fully balanced circuitry. Heat is dissipated by convection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe inputs are doubled in both balanced and unbalanced form: for each format, XLR and RCA, there is one inverting and one non-inverting socket. The outputs are two pairs of gold-plated, high-current terminals, ready for bi-wiring. A 12 V trigger input allows remote switch-on and the mains inlet is a C-19 type IEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFascia, finishes and supports\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fascia, CNC-machined from aircraft-grade aluminium, is 28 mm thick and frames the recessed spherical polycarbonate power button. A switch hidden in the vertical split line of the panel dims the lighting; the top light ring is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are two finishes, black (Jett Black) and silver (Argent Silver). The stackable Integra side legs are included (480 × 180 × 360 mm, W × H × D) and the manufacturer offers them in Jett Black, Argent Silver or Nickel. Gloss black acrylic side blocks are available as an option, reducing the size to 420 × 150 × 360 mm, although the amplifier can then no longer be stacked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eType: mono power amplifier. Sold as a single unit: a stereo system needs two amplifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOutput power: 480 W RMS into 8 Ω; 1,000 W RMS into 4 Ω.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInputs: balanced XLR inverting and non-inverting; unbalanced RCA inverting and non-inverting, gold plated.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTrigger: 1 × 12 V input (Chord Electronics auto start).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 2 pairs of gold-plated, high-current loudspeaker terminals (bi-wireable).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOperating class: AB with sliding bias.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 0.2 Hz - 46 kHz (−1 dB); 0.1 Hz - 200 kHz (−3 dB).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: 0.005 %.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: better than −84 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: 100 kΩ (unbalanced and balanced); output impedance: 0.04 Ω.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGain: 30 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 2,500 W at full power; 10 W in standby.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions with the included Integra legs: 480 × 180 × 360 mm (W × H × D).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions with the optional side blocks (not stackable): 420 × 150 × 360 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 22.4 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFinishes: black (Jett Black) or silver (Argent Silver).\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 15 A IEC mains cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chord Electronics Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":56562093818200,"sku":"CHOELEULTIMA3-B","price":18446.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":56562093850968,"sku":"CHOELEULTIMA3","price":18446.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/5278\/7645\/files\/chord-ultima-3-fronte-nero-faoak.jpg?v=1791525879","url":"https:\/\/videosell.eu\/products\/chord-electronics-ultima-3","provider":"Videosell store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}