45M Classic
Single Ended Triode Mono Amplifiers
2W Class A Single Ended Triode Mono-Blocks
Auto-Bias
1V Input Sensitivity (Optional low gain 1.5V - 2V Input Sensitivity, recommended for 104 db + speakers)
Complete Canadian Transformers
80 db Signal to noise ratio / A Weighted (Conservatively rated)
Mundorf Evo Oil Coupling Caps
CMC USA Gold RCA Inputs (Finale's Pink-Lingu RCA for Walnut Edition)
High Quality Binding Posts 8 / 16 Ohms (Connex type 5 way binding post, insulated)
12AX7 / 45 / 5U4 Only (5V4/5Z4 substitute)
Standard finish : British Racing Green Metallic , other colours extra lead-
$6,000 USD / Pair + Upgrades (Please see 2A3M for more details)
Rated Output Power @ 8 ohms : 2W @ 1%
Operation : Class A Autobias
Input Sensitivity and Impedance: 1V at 220k +/-10%
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz +/-1db at 1 Watt
Hum & Noise (A-Weight): 80 db or better at rated output (Conservatively rated)
This is the only design that will safely put the 45 tube in its best working operation point, because this is designed and engineered with the 45 tube, instead of the more powerful 2A3 tube. One set of variables/design will NOT be able to maximize the full potential of two different tubes! And this is where the 45 Mono Blocks come in, and they are very popular on 100db+ applications.
The new 45M-FFX “Supertriode”
Debut 2022
This version is similar to above, but the circuit design, the sound, is completely different. This version uses one of our favourite - the so called “super triode” preamp tube, the 6H30. Its a very linear tube with good low impedance, and powerful. For the sound - it offer that “carry-away” type sound with good tube signature like the 6SN7 / CV181. But it also combines the quietness , performance, and refinement of the newer 9 pin preamp tubes. That sound is hard not to be fall in love with. We are one of the pioneers who uses the 6H30 in the Single End Triode scheme , we started using it 30+ years ago for making triode amps. Is there a down side to it? and avoid it from making into “production” in the past? Yes - the 6H30 are generally much more expensive to the typical preamp tubes such as 12AX7/12AU7/6922…etc. And due to it’s powerful nature (easy to pickup noises from the air) - we have to spent more circuits and parts, to make it function best and operate it at the quietest condition. The grounding network for it is far more complicated than regular preamp tubes, in order to have it ran in perfection. And this why there is slight premium compare to regular 45M-FFX, with the 12AX7 driver.
$8,999 USD / Pair
Pictures coming soon
Testimonial Feedback by Michael Kalellis of Arion Audio, USA
“I have heard many, many systems over the years, from cheap to 500K and up to who knows. Your 45 mono amps powering my high sensitivity OB line arrays are simply amazing. It's rare to hear this magic. Seductive, balanced, crystal clear, deep, crazy good dynamics and zero compression are words that come to mind.”
45 RS
Single Ended Triode Stereo Amplifier
Limited edition.
Your choice of 12AX7 or 6H30 as drivers
Power output : 45 - 2W before distortion
The 12AX7 version is handmade in our usual top notch 3D classic hard-wiring ; 6H30 version required a more complicated design and required to perform best on a circuit board that is entirely grounded/shielded for the best result. We've mastered this tube over a long period of time and even though this tube required more attention and work, we just like the sound of it. Either driver-stage uses finest resistors and e-caps, and via industry best QQQ-Japan's tube socket
HASHIMOTO (Sansui) Transformers SET (starting 2017)
Dual Choke Transformers (One supply the operation and one supply the tubes) following its dedicated high quality dual Mundorf MLytic Ecaps. The standard setup for RS/RSR power supplies.
Chassis size : 18" W x 12" D x 2" H
The 45 RS is only constructed on pure copper chassis.
Rectified and voiced by Mullard GZ32/ Sophia Electric Aqua 274B (5U4/5V4/T4 can be substitute, 5AR4/GZ34 not recommended on NOS/Old 2A3 and 45)
Premium Parts - Finale's Pink-Gold RCA / Cardas Binding Posts, Mundorf Silver in Oil Caps, Furutech Gold or Rhodium AC IEC, QQQ Japan's tube sockets...etc.
MSRP: $18,999 USD (Hashimoto or equivalent)
Limited. Made-to-order only. Lead time required - min 3 months.
No tubes included!
Free Air Canada CARGO Shipping.
Free Options - Hashimoto Large Chokes, Hashimoto Large Power Transformers, Furutech Carbon Fibre Speaker Binding Posts, RSR-EVO Power Supply, Mundorf EVO Silver Gold Oil Input Coupling Caps. All yield to different sound, and each of all looks/feel/weight to differently. Each is built unique to suit the buyer’s preference.
