V 40 SE
The V 40 SE is a line level integrated amplifier with 2 x 40 W peak output power. He is a further development and direct descendant of the successful V 40 and V 50 amplifier models. His powerful, clear bass fundamentals and his captivating resolution in the high frequencies win much respect.
Description
His unique features lift the V 40 SE into the 21st Century while his performance earned him the rare “Stereoplay Highlight” (issue 07-2009) a prestigious award bestowed by the German high-end audio magazine Stereoplay.
The V 40 SE output stage consists of two power pentodes (Type 6550 JJ) for each channel. Due to the BIAS Control and Monitoring System the use of other pin-compatible output tubes is possible to match the amplifier to personal taste or to benefit from new or improved tubes.
Like all OCTAVE amps the V 40 SE is based on the enhanced pentode configuration. This configuration ensures the absolute stability of the amplifier against the unstable impedance of the loudspeaker. Impedance mismatch is without consequence and the V 40 SE is stable down to a 2 ohms load.. An important contributor to this stability is the single impedance output transformer.
The V 40 SE is the perfect amp for speakers with an average efficiency rating. But not only is the low impedance capability an advantage with his exceptional Signal-to-Noise ratio of –110dB / Full Power he is also an ideal partner for high efficiency loudspeakers.
OPTIONS
Super Black Box
The Super Black Box is a passive power supply extension designed for all Octave integrated and power amplifiers. Due to the massively increased storage capacity of the power supply the pulse power of the power amplifiers is significantly increased. What is also very important is the increased independence from the electrical load – the loudspeaker. A big sonic benefit not just for sophisticated speakers.
Black Box
The Black Box is a smaller version of the Super Black Box with the same concept. It contains a circuit with electrolytic capacitors that increases the internal power supply of the amplifier and stabilizes it against mains fluctuations. Low-frequency network interference is perfectly suppressed. The black box has its own housing and is permanently connected to the amplifier using a special high-current connector.
Basic model: V 40 SE Line
Design: Silver or Black
Tube Configuration: 4 x 6550 JJ
Inputs: 5 x RCA (including one home theatre bypass input)
Outputs: 1 x RCA record output / 1 x regulated preamplifier output / 1 x loudspeaker output
Dimensions: 408 x 159 x 490 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 18.0 kg
Full metal remote control: Volume control
Eco mode: Power saving mode
Bias control: Bias current control
Adjustable Pre-Out: Preamp output RCA
HT Bypass: Bypass-function for multichannel/home cinema
Protection System: Soft Start; Protection circuit for device and output tubes
Output power: 40 W RMS, 50 W / 4 ohms
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 70 kHz
Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % @ 10 Watt into 4 ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio: -100 dB / 40W
Amplification: 38 dB