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DROP + THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier

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Announced at CES 2018, the Drop + THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (THX AAA™) 789 is a linear bipolar amplifier with feed-forward error correction. It’s designed for objectivists who appreciate an incredibly clean, transparent amp—the sought-after “wire with gain” whose amplification is wholly uncolored by a sound of its own. Made in collaboration with THX Ltd., it features the company’s groundbreaking THX AAA and feed-forward topology, which reduce distortion by 20 to 40 dB for realistic, fatigue-free listening. In fact, this bridged-output amp’s performance figures speak for themselves: It’s powerful (2 x 6W at 32 ohms) and quiet (136 dB SNR) with a record-low THD of -140 dB at 300 ohms, 100 mW. That’s four times the power of the Objective 2 amp, for example, with far less distortion.

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Starting points: Drop + THX's AAA 789 Linear Amplifier | Darko.Audio

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The Drop + THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier delivers stunning clarity and precision, rivaling even high-end models at a fraction of the price. With its fast transient response and exceptional imaging, it shines with well-recorded music. However, its "pseudo-balanced" design and intimate soundstage may limit its appeal, especially for larger orchestral works. Additionally, it demands high-quality source components to truly excel, exposing flaws in recordings that others might gloss over. For those seeking transparency over coloration, the 789 is a worthy investment, but be prepared to pair it with top-tier gear for the best experience.

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