Audio Research CL150
¥ 2,080,000 (1 set of 2, released in 1989)
Commentary
This is a hybrid monaural power amplifier positioned at the top of the classic series.
The output stage is a tube bulb type, and a large output of 150W is achieved by using eight 6550 s. In addition, the output stage employs a balanced drive system that drives the plus side and minus side of the signal independently.
The input level can be adjusted in 5 levels.
Model Rating
| Type | Monaural power amplifier |
| Effective power | 140W (8 Ω, 10 Hz to 20 kHz, THD0.8%) |
| Input Sensitivity / Impedance | 0.6V/60k Ω |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 90 dB (UNWTD, short) |
| Damping factor | 30 |
| Power consumption | 650W (at rated output) |
| External dimensions | Width 480x Height 270x Depth 410 mm |
| Weight | 50.0kg |