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AW 300M Mono Power Amplifier

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AW 300M Mono Power Amplifier

Unshakeable load-independent mono architecture yielding absolute structural authority and deep black backgrounds.

The AW 300M represents a milestone in high-current monoblock engineering, developed specifically to distill the uncompromising technical breakthroughs of our flagship AW 800M into a more compact, single-channel form factor. By decoupling the architecture entirely from a shared stereo chassis down to the mains socket, this dedicated instrument achieves a level of total inter-channel isolation that separates fine micro-acoustic details from large scale dynamic swings. It is an uncompromised solution built for systems where absolute control and low-profile placement near the loudspeakers are paramount. At the core of its updated electronic layout is a direct-coupled, high open-loop bandwidth topology that has been substantially accelerated with high slew-rate and extended-bandwidth amplifier stages. Unlike conventional designs where volatile loudspeaker impedances actively counter-modulate the incoming audio signal, the AW 300M introduces a novel output stage specifically tailored to isolate the sensitive input and driver circuits from the speaker load. This mechanical isolation significantly simplifies the feedback loop, maintaining an extraordinarily linear behavior and vanishingly low distortion under severe load conditions. Sonically, the AW 300M trades the stark, sterile coldness typical of high-power solid-state monoblocks for a deeply natural, fluid and organic presentation wrapped in an authoritative calm. The music emerges from an uncommonly dark, velvet background silence, resolving complex orchestral pieces or delicate acoustic tracks into a rock-stable, multi-dimensional soundstage. Low-frequency management is firm, tactile and beautifully damped, anchoring the performance with a foundational weight and effortless headroom that lets the original recording completely command the listening space.

Key Features

01

Load-Insensitive Output Stage

Engineered to isolate sensitive input and driver sections from back-electromotive force, rendering the amplifier fully impervious to the dropping impedance curves of complex loudspeakers.

02

Massive 110,000 uF Filter Reservoir

The heavily upgraded linear power supply features a generous 110,000 microfarad capacitor bank alongside a shielded 800VA transformer to comfortably negotiate instantaneous current demands.

03

Over-Dimensioned Ground Reference

The internal grounding architecture is dramatically enlarged and kept entirely free from rectifying and output currents, ensuring a clean signal path and a exceptionally quiet background noise floor.

04

Integrated SoundCare SuperSpikes

Outfitted with proprietary, non-marking isolating feet that dissipate harmful chassis resonances and structural vibrations without damaging delicate household floor surfaces.

Chassis Engineering & Modular Form

Chapter 01

Chassis Engineering & Modular Form

The housing of the AW 300M features an absolute ground-up reengineering, adopting a narrow, tall profile designed to slot effortlessly alongside fine floorstanding loudspeakers. The structural steel enclosure is stiffened by dual brushed-aluminium rods that brace the internal modular panels against mechanical resonances. Wrapped in a luxurious matte finish and topped with the classic 10mm thick acrylic fascia, the amplifier includes a newly designed 3D logo plate and automated power-down options to seamlessly align legacy aesthetics with modern energy requirements.
Pure Balanced Connectivity

Chapter 02

Pure Balanced Connectivity

Adhering strictly to high-end balanced principles, the rear panel of the AW 300M provides a singular XLR line-level input with no single-ended alternatives, preserving absolute signal purity from the preamplifier stage. For advanced multi-amplifier arrays, a balanced XLR daisy-chain output is provided alongside dual sets of heavy-duty binding posts, allowing users to effortlessly wire systems for dual mono bi-amplification or complex bi-wiring configurations.
Listening Notes

Chapter 03

Listening Notes

When integrated into a reference system, the most immediate impression delivered by the AW 300M is not its raw physical might, but rather its remarkable transient poise and mid-band transparency. It handles explosive dynamic shifts with absolute composure, keeping vocals deeply rounded and acoustic instruments clearly delineated within a wide, deeply layered soundstage that never feels forward, analytical, or emotionally detached.

Specifications

Input impedance balanced (fixed)47 KOhms
Output impedance22R
Maximum Voltage Gain20 db
SNR (ref. 1V, 20-20 kHz, A-wht) 113 db
Max input voltage10 Vrms
Max output voltage10 Vrms
Gain- 73dB to + 20dB
DC output voltage< 1mV
Frequency response 0.5 - 450.000 Hz
Channel Separation> 120dB
THD + N<0.0002%
Power consumption(no load or signal); (Standby)80W; <0,5W
Dimensions(W*D*H) and Weight 470mm*420mm*190mm; 36kg