The problem is that although power amps themselves might appear simple, their job is anything but straightforward. Caught in a sandwich between the output of a line-stage or DAC and the load requirements and sensitivity of any number of different loudspeakers, they must be able to accommodate the widest range of partnering equipment and interface parameters presented to any unit in the audio system. Achieving optimum results under such varied conditions demands a capable and versatile performer – yet as we’ve already established, most power amps offer a single, brute force solution to the problems they face, instead of adopting a more sophisticated response. It’s time for a change – it’s time to meet the CH Precision M1.1, a new-paradigm in power amplification.
What sets the M1.1 apart? It goes without saying that the M1.1’s sonic and musical performance challenges the state-ofthe- art, an incredibly short audio signal path executed with exacting component choices and construction, a massive power supply providing absolute stability and unfettered headroom, capable of meeting both the most delicate and most massive musical demands. But what makes the M1.1 really different is its software driven housekeeping capabilities, a non-intrusive support network that does more than just keep the amplifier unconditionally stable.
Physical And Conceptual Modularity
- Modular input boards to match system topology
- Output stage can deliver 200W RMS into 8 Ohms stereo, 200W mono (high-current), 700W mono (bridged) or 200W bi-amped (single input, differential channel gain and global feedback settings)
Analog Input Stage
- Pure class A, fully symmetrical circuit topology
- Fully discrete, ultra low noise, high slew rate design
- DC coupled with no series capacitors in the audio signal path
Analog Output Stage
- Pure class A ultra low noise driver and class AB pure follower power stage
- Patented ExactBias circuitry ensures constant bias, independent of room temperature. Monitors output power, temperature and amplifier loading
- User configurable display will show amplifier status, power output etc
- Customized Argento internal wiring and loudspeaker binding posts (accept spades or banana plugs)
Power Supply
- 2200VA power transformer mounted on separate, mechanically isolated chassis bed to eliminate mechanical vibration
- Magnetically and electrostatically shielded transformers to reduce noise and EM interference
- Hyper fast, soft recovery diode bridge rectifiers meet dynamic demands without strain
- Total of 250,000uF custom-built, ultra low ESR reservoir and filtering capacitors
User Adjustable Global Feedback Ratio
- Ratio of Global to Local Feedback can be adjusted from 0% to 100%, in 10% steps via the user interface or control app
- Allows user optimization of amplifier/speaker interface, especially low frequency damping relative to speaker/room interaction
- Each channel can be adjusted individually to control specific drivers/ranges in bi-amplification modes
User Adjustable Input Gain
- Input gain can be user adjusted to accommodate input signal level and overall system gain 24dB range in 0.5dB steps
- Optimizes system noise floor and dynamic range
- Accommodates variations in loudspeaker sensitivity and room size
Light Touch Protection
- No output relay in signal path; full short circuit protection
- Non-invasive output stage voltage, current and temperature monitoring protects your amplifier – and your speakers
Technical Specification
Nominal input voltage
2.5V RMS balanced
1.25V RMS single-ended
Input impedance
94kΩ balanced
47kΩ or 300Ω single-ended
Output power
2x 200W / 8Ω, 2x 350W / 4Ω, 2x 600W / 2Ω in stereo and bi-amp modes
1x 350W / 4Ω, 1x 600W / 2Ω, 1x 1100W / 1Ω in monaural mode
1x 700W / 8Ω, 1x 1200W / 4Ω, 1x 1600W / 2Ω in bridged mode
Bandwidth
DC to 450kHz (-3dB) at 1W into an 8Ω resistive load
Signal to Noise Ratio
> 115dB in stereo and bi-amp modes
> 118dB in bridged mode
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
< 0.1% (0% global feedback)
< 0.01% (100% global feedback)
Max power consumption
2200W
Dimensions/Weight
440 x 440 x 266mm (W x D x H), 71kg each
