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Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista PAM Fully Balanced Discrete Mono Power Amplifier with Separate PSU

Brand: Musical Fidelity | SKU: Nu-VistaPAMBlack | UPC:

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$22,999
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Color: Black

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Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista PAM Fully Balanced Mono Power Amplifier front view with LED display.

Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista PAM Fully Balanced Discrete Mono Power Amplifier with Separate PSU

Color: Black

Price
$22,999

Nu-Vista PAM - Overview
Based on our excellent Nu-Vista 800 circuit we decided to go all out “fully balanced” on the Nu-Vista range.

The Nu-Vista PAM features the tried and tested Nu-Vista stage featuring 6S51N nuvistors in a discrete class A amplifier buffer.

Technical Talk
This is followed by a balanced configuration circuit and balanced input high power, low distortion “bridged” output amplifier stage. The power stages have 2x 5 pairs of high power thermally compensated output devices for reliable and stable operation.

Based on the Titan 1000W stage, it has separate capacitors for bulk supply, and one each for output device, reducing output impedance and improving dynamics. Chokes are added for further improved supply ripple and pulse current spike reduction. Bias is set for over 5W of initial class A operation thereafter the stage slides into class B operation at a point where the now much lower discontinuity is easier dealt with than “standard” crossover distortion.

Nu-Vista PAM Power Supply
The Nu-Vista PAM comes with its own dedicated external power supply.

To achieve better noise performance, we removed the AC mains power supply from the main unit and built it into another matching box. In this box we took advantage the extra space to set up inbuilt mains and output filtering. This quietens up the supplies and results in almost no mains-borne artefacts getting into the sensitive audio circuitry. The Power supply has ON/ Standby LEDs and is controlled from the main unit front panel. If total mains isolation is required, the power supply also has rear mounted mechanical rocker switch for full power off.

Heroic Build Quality
The Nu-Vista PAM‘s mechanical construction is uncompromisingly rigid and solid in typical Musical Fidelity tradition. Front panel and side panels are milled from extruded aluminum profiles and are extremely massive.

The separate Nu-Vista PAM PSU houses all the transformers, which by nature generate mechanical vibrations and radiate harmful electromagnetic fields. Here they are as far away as possible from the critical amplifier circuits. This significantly contributes to great signal to noise ratio. We basically get immunity against the effects of vibration from the environment. The same can be said about electro magnetic immunity. The massive aluminum case acts as a Faraday cage. It protects the internals against outer electromagnetic fields, and in the same way, the rest of your hi-fi gear against electromagnetic fields generated by the Nu-Vista PAM.

The Legendary Nu-Vista Stage
Never before in the history of hi-fi have Nuvistor tubes been coupled with state-of-the-art fully balanced and discrete technology and sophisticated modern design techniques. The Nu-Vista PAM & Nu-Vista PAM PSU‘s technical performances are astonishing. They measure like a dream but, more importantly, sound incredible. Silky smooth with enormous transients and an effortless feel that is at once relaxing and involving. Of special note how they project images between the loudspeakers so that you can almost touch them.

The new Nu-Vista PAM and its PSU were a continued labour of love for Musical Fidelity. We are passionate about what we do and passionate about Nuvistor tubes as we have always been. We hope that you derive as much pleasure listening to the Nu-Vista PAM as we had creating it.

Nuvistor Tubes
Nuvistor tubes were invented in the 1950s to solve the many shortcomings of conventional tubes. Unlike them, Nuvistor tubes offer very high reliability, low microphony, low noise, consistency from batch to batch, small size, relatively low power consumption and great technical performance.

One famous application was in the Ampex MR-70, a costly studio tape recorder whose entire electronics section was based on nuvistors. Another limited application of this very small tube was in studio-grade microphones from that era, the AKG/Norelco C12a, which employed the 7586, being a good example.

It was also later found in the famed Neumann U 47 studio microphone. This microphone was highly regarded by artists all over the world, and was used by many top recording artists such as Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, and so on. Remarkably, you can currently see a U47 microphone, with its stand, cables and power supply on eBay for $10.999 „Buy-it-now“.

Unfortunately just as uses for Nuvistor tubes were being explored, the transistor was invented and it was ‘game over’ for Nuvistors. There the matter rested until about fifteen years ago, when Musical Fidelity created the first of its ground-breaking Nu-Vista series. These legendary, limited-edition products sold out in a matter of months. Today, fifteen years later, they command very high secondhand prices because of their beautiful sound, build quality, and longevity.

        Brand Musical Fidelity
        Model Nu-Vista PAM
        Number of Channels 1
        Power Output 4 Ohm (Watts) 1000
        Power Output 8 Ohm (Watts) 600
        RCA/XLR Inputs 2 / 2
        Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.003 % + N
        Signal to Noise Ratio > 108
        Dimensions (H x W x D) PAM 7.4" x 19.0" x 18.7", PAM PSU 7.4" x 19.0" x 18.7"
        Weight (lbs) PAM 59.5, PAM PSU 88.2
        Warranty 5 Years

        FAQ

        What is your return policy?

        Returns are accepted for products purchased within the last 30 days. You must call us to initiate a Return Authorization 800-820-6460.

        You are responsible for return shipping costs.

        Products MUST be in LIKE NEW Resalable condition.

        You MUST have the ORIGINAL BOX and PACKAGING MATERIALS.

        You MUST have all of the original accessories, manuals etc.

        Your package should be INSURED for the FULL VALUE for your protection during return shipping.

        Products that arrive not in original packaging, missing accessories, without a Return Authorization or damaged will be refused. Refunds are credited using the original payment method and they are usually credited within 10-15 business days upon receipt of your return.

        Return & Exchange Limits
        While we completely understand some products just don't fit the build or hit the mark we have a limit of 2 returns or exchanges per household in a 12 month period.

        Order Cancellations
        If your order has shipped, it cannot be cancelled. Once your order has left our warehouse it cannot be cancelled. If you would like to setup a return on this item please call us at 800-820-6460 and request a Return Authorization. Do not refuse your order as you will then be subject to shipping cost both ways.

        If you wish to cancel an order placed during business hours, please contact us by phone by 3PM EDT on the same business day your order was placed. Any cancellation requests received after this time will be examined on a case-by-case basis. We offer no guarantee that your order will be able to be canceled after this time period. If your order is placed outside of business hours, you must contact us by 1PM EDT on the following business day. Again, cancellation requests submitted outside this time period are NOT guaranteed, and are examined case-by-case.

        All shipping, processes and freight charges are non refundable.

        Must receive a confirmation email from sales@safeandsoundhq.com to ensure your cancellation is complete

        Orders placed cannot be cancelled by email. Please call us for order cancellations. Safe and Sound will not be responsible for lack of cancellation

        Refused Shipments
        Orders that are refused at the time of delivery are subject to the original and return shipping fees unless otherwise approved by Safe & Sound.

        Return Policy Exclusions

        Items marked as FINAL SALE, USED TRADE-IN are nonreturnable

        Vehicle specific Car Audio/Video products such as wire harnesses, dash kits, interfaces and other installed components are nonreturnable once opened. Vinyl Albums are non-returnable. Items such as phono cartridges, record brushes, alignment tools and cleaners are nonreturnable Special order, non stocking items are nonreturnable

        If you have any questions regarding our return and order cancellation policy, please feel free to contact us- 800-820-6460.

        Is Shipping FREE?

        We offer FREE Shipping on ALL orders over $99

        Where is your retail store located?

        We currently have one retail store and warehouse location at 675 Fuller Road in Chicopee, Massachusetts

        Do you ship internationally?

        We can only ship within the United States

        Do you offer Repair Services?

        We do not offer repair services currently

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        Power Output at 4 Ohms (Watts)
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        Bridgeable Power Output (Watts)
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        RCA/XLR Inputs
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        Total Harmonic Distortion
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        Dimensions H x W x D (Inches)
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        3.62" x 17" x 12.5"
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