Madison Power S
The Madison Power S pioneers a new approach to power-supply design combining advanced regulation precision engineering and ultra-low-noise performance to elevate the Madison Streamer’s musical clarity and emotional impact.
Swiss Power, Shared Vision
Power lies at the foundation of musical performance. In Préverenges Switzerland—where CH Precision and Wattson Audio share their headquarters production and engineering workshops—the same team of engineers and craftsmen pursue a single vision: a common language of precision and the belief that true musical expression begins with flawless power delivery.
At CH Precision power supply design has been elevated to an art form—redefining how scale speed and silence can coexist within a digital source. The Madison Power S embodies this same philosophy distilling that expertise into a compact purpose-built supply for the Madison Streamers. Crafted with the same intent by the same minds it carries forward the artistry of CH and Wattson alike—completing a system built on the harmony between innovation and musical soul.
Every element of an audio circuit depends on the stability and purity of its power. Noise voltage ripple and current fluctuations—often imperceptible on a scope—can subtly blur transients compress dynamics and mask low-level detail. This is why the engineers at Préverenges treat power supply design not as a necessity but as an art. The same philosophy that guides CH Precision’s reference-grade supplies is distilled into the Power S where ultra-clean tightly regulated power preserves timing spatial cues and harmonic integrity. When the foundation is pure music flows with a natural ease and realism that conventional designs simply cannot match.
Where Efficiency Meets Refinement
The Madison Power S employs a hybrid power design that merges the efficiency of switching regulation with the finesse of linear control. This combination achieves exceptional electrical performance while minimizing heat and energy loss. Its milled aluminum chassis provides both mechanical stability and electromagnetic isolation ensuring the internal circuits operate in an electrically silent environment.
At the input stage a precision power line filter suppresses unwanted noise and high-frequency interference before it reaches the switched-mode section. The converted DC is then refined through a combination of passive and active filters supported by substantial energy storage to maintain voltage stability under dynamic load conditions. The result is a foundation of exceptional purity and responsiveness—allowing the Madison Streamers to perform at their full musical potential.
The Power S’s output stage is governed by a discrete bipolar transistor regulator delivering ultra-low noise and precisely controlled voltage. By avoiding the low-frequency hum inherent to conventional transformers it ensures a cleaner faster and more immediate current response. Intelligent monitoring and protection systems safeguard both the Power S and its connected device automatically reducing power draw below half a watt when the system enters standby. The result is a design that balances engineering precision with environmental awareness embodying the shared philosophy that defines both CH Precision and Wattson Audio.
Two Finishes, One Identity
The Madison Power S joins the Wattson family in both Light Gray and Dark Gray finishes. Designed to complement the Madison Streamers its refined palette reflects Wattson Audio’s pursuit of precision and visual harmony. The Dark Gray finish introduces a new understated elegance while Light Gray continues the brand’s signature aesthetic of timeless simplicity.
General
- Type: Power Supply
- Color Options: Light gray or dark grey
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 175 x 155 x 87 mm
- Weight: 2.3 kg
- Power Supply: Universal AC input: 100 – 240V AC 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption: No load or Madison Streamer in standby: < 0.5 W: Max – 30V
- Primary Fuse: 5mm x 20mm slow blow T500mA 250VAC
- Monitoring and electronic protection: Over-voltages over-current short-circuit high temperature
Output
- Output voltage: 30 V DC
- Maximum output current: 3.0 A