{"product_id":"michi-s5-stereo-power-amplifier","title":"Michi - S5 - Stereo Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#222; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Michi S5 Stereo Power Amplifier is engineered to deliver uncompromising reference-level performance through a massively overbuilt Class AB design capable of driving virtually any loudspeaker with exceptional authority and control. Combining immense power reserves with refined sonic transparency, the S5 is designed for state-of-the-art two-channel audio systems demanding both musicality and dynamic precision.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAt the heart of the S5 are dual custom low-noise toroidal transformers manufactured in-house and paired with an extensive bank of slit-foil storage capacitors for substantial current delivery and outstanding stability under demanding loads. Fully balanced circuitry and 32 high-current output transistors contribute to exceptional low distortion performance, wide bandwidth, and effortless dynamic realism.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe elegant industrial design features a precision-crafted chassis with a high-resolution front panel display capable of operating as either a peak power meter or real-time spectrum analyzer. Balanced and single-ended connectivity, robust custom speaker terminals, and advanced control integration complete a stereo amplifier engineered for uncompromising audiophile performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12; font-size:14px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference stereo Class AB power amplifier design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500W per channel into 8 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e800W per channel into 4 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual custom low-noise toroidal transformers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented British slit-foil storage capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully balanced circuit topology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 high-current output transistors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Michi speaker binding posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution front panel display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable peak power meter or spectrum analyzer display modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS232 and Ethernet control support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined chassis construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and engineered in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12; font-size:14px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stereo Power Amplifier\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Class AB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Power Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500W @ 8Ω \/ 800W @ 4Ω\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.008%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntermodulation Distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.03%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20Hz – 20kHz (+0dB, -0.15dB)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Frequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10Hz – 100kHz (+0dB, -0.5dB)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamping Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Sensitivity \/ Impedance (RCA):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2V \/ 12.5kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Sensitivity \/ Impedance (XLR):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5V \/ 100kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain (RCA):\u003c\/strong\u003e 28dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain (XLR):\u003c\/strong\u003e 24dB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Pair Balanced XLR, 1 Pair Unbalanced RCA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speaker Binding Posts\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1200W\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandby Power Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt;0.5W\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 × 9.375 × 18.25 in. 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