Audison AP F8.9 8 Forza Channel Amplifier with 9 Channel DSP

Brand: Audison | SKU: APF8.9BIT | UPC: 8018823126977

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Audison AP F8.9 8 Forza Channel Amplifier with 9 Channel DSP

The new AP F8.9 bit is the ideal for the most demanding integration projects, where high power is required along with the flexibility of the nine-channel DSP. The word “Forza”, meaning “Power” in Italian, well describes the 8 x 85 W RMS and 4 x 260 in bridge mode (RMS @ 4Ω), with an optimal power to size ratio. The integrated processor is equipped with a dedicated software and 7 pre-configured presets for a Plug & Sound experience. Thanks to the built-in Audison USS technology (Universal Speakers Simulator), AP F8.9 bit can also be correctly connected to head-units with “speaker load detection” function that monitors the presence of a low-impedance load to enable the audio outputs.

Specs

Power Supply
Power supply voltage / fuse: 11 - 15 VDC / 2 x 30A
Operating power supply voltage: 6.5V - 17V
Idling current: 1.6 A
Switched off without DRC: 1.7mA
Switched off with DRC: 5 mA
Consumption @ 14.4 VDC, 2Ω, Max Musical Power: 55 A
Remote IN: 6 - 15 VDC (1 mA)
Remote OUT: 4 - 15 VDC (150 mA)
ART - Automatic Remote Turn on/off from OUTPUT BTL speakers (Selectable): 2 ÷ 7 VDC
AST - Automatic Signal Turn on/off (Selectable): Speaker-In

Amplifier Stage
Distortion - THD @ 1 kHz, 4Ω, 70% Rated Power: 0.06%
Damping factor @ 1 kHz, 4Ω, 2 VRMS: > 110
Bandwidth @ -1.5 dB: 10Hz - 22kHz
S/N ratio (A weighted @ 1 V Input) Master Input: 100 dBA
S/N ratio (A weighted @ 1 V Input) Optical Input: 105 dBA
Input sensitivity Pre-In: 0.6 - 6 VRMS
Input sensitivity Speaker-In: 2.2 - 22 VRMS
Minimum load impedance: 8Ch; 2Ω, 4Ch - (Bridge 1/2; 3/4; 5/6; 7/8); 4Ω
OUTPUT POWER (RMS) @14.4 VDC, 1% THD: 8Ch @ 4Ω; 85 W x 8, 8Ch @ 2Ω; 130 W x 8, 4Ch (Bridge 1/2; 3/4; 5/6; 7/8) @ 4Ω; 260 W x 4

Inputs / Outputs
Pre-In Inputs: Ch1 - Ch6 customizable
Speaker-In Inputs: Ch1 - Ch6 customizable
Digital IN: 1 x Optical S/PDIF; Max 192 kHz / 24 bit
Sub Out (RCA Pre Out): 4 VRMS

Digital Sound Processor
Filter type: Full / Hi pass / Low Pass / Band Pass
Filter mode and slope: Linkwitz @ 12/24 dB Butterworth @ 6/12/18/24 dB
Crossover frequency: 68 steps @ 20 ÷ 20k Hz
Phase control: 0° / 180°
Bass Boost: N.1 Adjustable Parametric Pole
Analog Input Equalizer (20 ÷ 20k Hz): Automatic De-Equalization
Output Equalizer: N.9 Parametrics Equalizers: ±12 dB;10 pole; 20 ÷ 20k Hz
Time Alignment Distance: 0 ÷ 510 cm / 0 ÷ 200.8 inches
Time Alignment Delay: 0 ÷ 15 ms
Time Alignment Step: 0.08 ms; 2.8 cm / 1.1 inch
Time Alignment Fine SET: 0.02 ms; 0.7 cm / 0.27 inch
Preset (Drive Preset): Rotary switch for 7 installation Presets
Acoustic Preset: N.2 DSP Memory, DRC selectable

Control Connections
From / To Personal Computer: 1 x Micro USB
To Audison DRC AB / MP: 1 x AC Link
Optical select: Optical select wire control +12 V enable
Master enable: Master enable wire control +12 V enable

General Requirements
PC connections: Micro USB 1.1 / 2.0 / 3.0 Compatible
Software/ PC requirements: Microsoft Windows (32/64 bit): Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
Video resolution with screen resize: min. 1024 x 600
Ambient operating temperature range: 0 °C to 55 °C (32 °F to 131 °F)

Size
Max size W x H x D (mm/inch): 238 x 49.5 x 155 / 9.37 x 1.95 x 6.1
Weight (kg/lbs): 1.98 / 4.36


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Great speakers For my needs. Wanted a nice full sound floor standing speaker that wasn’t harsh. Using them just for music in our fireplace room not for home theater. Not a complaint at all on their lack of lower end frequencies, I pretty much knew when I ordered them I’d be adding a sub to the mix to fill in where they leave off. Now to pick the sub 😅😂

Fast shipping and products arrived perfectly. Thank you for a good experience

The delivery was quick and the unit arrived earlier Then expected because I live on the west coast.
The Eversolo T8 is everything as advertised and reviewed. The unit took about 8 hours of use to lose the bright forward sound. I’m happy with my purchase from Sate and Sound.

I'm glad I made the choice to purchase this amplifier! I couldn't be happier and the sound is quite captivating.

I just came back from visiting my big brother out of state who has a system in the mid 5 figure mark. When I came back I was inspired to upgrade but decided to wait. But then my Sub stopped working. I saw these on sale and thought “Is it meant to be?” Of course it was. I have these paired with a NAD T-778 streaming Qobuz. So far I am really enjoying these. I am hearing old songs as if they are new again. I have been listening to music more than ever. Bass is solid and highs are crisp. A truly immersive speaker. While I wouldn’t dare say they are as good as my big brother’s setup, they are close enough to put a smile on my face. I think they are a solid option for the price range. I am very satisfied and they are still breaking in.

Absolute game changer! Love the device - terrific sound quality, intuitive interface and beautiful design!

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Yamaha A-S501 Stereo Integrated Amplifier with Built-in DAC Customer Return
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My amplifier arrived safely and has functioned wonderfully without issue. Thank you!

Reference caliber exotic retro-futuristic LP spinner. Few rivals. Few are so flexible.

I started years ago with an Ortofon Blue and this directly replaced a Mofi Mastertracker. I have coupled the LVB250 with a Darlington MB8 phono preamp and I can finally say that I am satisfied. This cartridge is exceptional and I don't think I'll ever need anything better.

Really good service and extremely fast shipping. Also good price on receiver.

Love the power of it it really feels like the gate way into high end it sounds beautiful happy with your service.Everything was all I hoped it would be thank you

I bought the M2si integrated amplifier to drive my 2.7 magnepans. It does a very nice job of doing just that. That the amplifier is advertised as dipping gracefully or smoothly down to 2 Ohms was a primary point in the buy. Plus, Safe and Sound had a very good buy on this amplifier at $ 799.00. The build quality is very good and it has a large toroidal transformer to better handle high current and increase bass response. The preamp is full Class A and is a strong point for this Class A/B amplifier. Great buy! You can't have it all at this price though. The motorized volume knob does not have an easy viewing of where it is set as it is an inset indention without a light marker. Also, no standby power for the amp but it does have excellent heat management as the chassis has a colder side versus the hotter 2 channel amplifiers side. It is a fully discrete amplifier (wonderful, no integrated except for maybe op-amps at the preamp front). 5 year warranty, hard to beat. The amplifier has to be broken in as treble is at first very forward , but settles after a good break in period. The silver white looks very sexy and has a kind of older vibe. The M2si is British and has a brightness to it which can be toned down if you use the right speakers. Magnepans can change resistor values at the terminals or maybe even use specific DACs. No complaint about not having digital inputs at all since there are plenty of line level inputs as you can use outboards which gives you more opportunities any way. I have three different DACs into the line level inputs so all I have to do is switch out the single coax cable I want to change some of the response. I like a very well made Class A/B like this unit compared to the Class D which I have tried. Soundstage is wide and there is a lot of headroom compared to a lot of class D. If the M2si performs at 90% of what their end does like it has been said, then wow. Way to go Musical Fidelity.

I have all Arcam equipment, the sound is fantastic. The price was amazing.. MusicLife app is so/so. Great piece of equipment..

Safe and Sound is an excellent place to buy audio gear. This phono preamp is excellent, as sounds as advertised and the price was right!

Amazing to deal with and best service on the planet

So pleased with the quality as well as pretty much next day delivery. Great company

Excellent CD player. Very impressed with the quality of the open box service. Absolutely impeccable, couldn’t tell from a brand new unit. Your customer service is also tops. Thanks for great shopping experience!

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Marantz PM7000N Integrated Stereo Amplifier with HEOS Built-in
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Amazing sound. Perfectly pairs with the components I have. Vinyl has never sounded better.

Unit sounds great butyou can hear sound bleeding through the speakers and amp at zero volume. Also bind post so small myspade pugs either too large to accommodate. Unit turned off several times, not sure why possible connection but I could not figure out maybe due to heavy load speakers .Ssrvice and sales always fantastic!

Super quick shipment and communications! Always great experience with Safe and Sound! The T8 is amazing! Big improvement over DMP 6!

These outperform my previous speakers by a wide margin: more punch, more body, higher articulation. The vocals are mesmerizing.

I was trying to scale down from a surround to a stereo setup and looking to upgrade DAC from Marantz av8805a. I have the Anthem mca 525 gen 2 amps and Sonus Faber Sonetto iii g2. It took about 70+ to burn in. It was an upgrade, but it is very subtle and hard to even notice unless really paying attention. This does fell like within the territory of diminishing returns. I don't know if it's because of my speakers, but it is the best speaker I can get given the size and weight for a small walkup apartment. However, I still decided to keep it because it is much lighter and runs cooler than the Marantz. It is also a little bit clearer (the Marantz sounded a little bit muddied, which I didn't even notice after years of using until I was comparing it with m3ai) and I noticed that it sounded louder at the same db level because of this (this means I can listen at lower db levels than I would with Marantz). I do miss the ability to fully control the Marantz via the android app. Overall a good DAC, but subtracting a little bit of points for the high price.