232

A ‘Swiss army knife’ of an amplifier the 232 stands out for its range of versatile features and compatibility. A powerful streaming integrated amplifier with extraordinary musical communication ability it can operate in pure analogue but excels equally with processing various digital sources.

Despite the variety of digital connectivity options and features, the sound is still defined by its analogue circuitry technology. With its warm, open, yet powerful and detailed sound, the 232 Integrated Amplifier embodies the sonic ideals expected of a Burmester amplifier. The operational amplifiers used are of the highest quality and allow the music signal to pass through unaffected.

This almost completely eliminates any impact on the sound quality. The generously sized power transformer serves as the centrepiece, providing effortless authority regardless of which speakers the Class A/B output stages of the 232 perform with. The amplifier stages of the 232 are fully dual-mono constructed, starting from the secondary windings of the transformer, to minimise electrical and magnetic coupling between the channels.

The supply voltage remains absolutely stable for each channel, ensuring precise impulses. The sustainably reduced crosstalk enables stable and sharply defined stereo imaging.

The 232 can be configured according to customer preferences due to its unique modularity. It can be operated as a purely analogue integrated amplifier, but adeptly handles the processing of digital sources when required.

The specially designed digital-to-analog converter module transforms the 232 into a high-performance digital integrated amplifier. It processes digital signals from leading streaming services like Tidal and Spotify with the highest precision, delivering exceptional sound quality.

The newly developed phono module for moving coil cartridge systems is based on the phono signal processing from the Burmester Reference Preamplifier 077 and the award-winning Phono Preamplifier 100. The 232 combines the processing of the finest analog signals with the world of digital music at the highest level.

The optional digital-to-analog converter module expands the analogue section of the 232 with a wide range of digital connections. These include integration into a home theatre system via HDMI, as well as connectivity with digital sources, such as CD players, via SPDIF and AES/EBU.

USB and SD ports allow playback of music files from external storage media. New files can also be uploaded to these via the home network while they remain plugged into the 232. Additionally, the 232 can be used directly as a playback device from a PC via USB.

The digital portfolio of the 232 is topped off with wireless connectivity options such as Apple AirPlay (via Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth – ideal for spontaneous music playback from mobile devices.

Even more variety: Equipped with the optional digital-to-analog converter module, the 232 becomes a powerful all-in-one streaming amplifier. This includes support for Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect without requiring any additional setup.

The 232 is Roon Ready and offers:

• Lossless, bit-perfect audio transmission in conjunction with the Roon Core server
• Combination of TIDAL and Qobuz catalogs with local music libraries
• Intuitive control through a central app, with no need for configuration on the device itself

The new Burmester 232 Integrated Amplifier is the first product to feature the new Burmester design. The aesthetic appearance contains new, modern elements yet preserves the Burmester heritage. An elegant, timeless line harmonises with prominent surfaces, such as the heatsink profile and the top surface. The new design language transforms the 232 into a work of art that is thoughtfully considered in a 360-degree approach and offers a sculptural presentation in any domestic environment.

The 232 embodies the quintessence of the essential without neglecting quality and usability. Extensive studies have optimised the heatsink profile thermally. Scaled across product lines and power levels, it follows the approach of performance enhancement and is therefore much more than just a design element. It radiates from the center of the housing and represents the biggest departure from the more traditional appearance of previous generations of Burmester products.The systematic use of chrome serves as a tribute to the design of Burmester products of previous decades and highlights individual elements. Partnering with older Burmester units remains harmonious and seamless.

The result creates an interplay of technical, elegant and organic room environment friendly forms. This is reinforced by the contrast of matte and glossy surfaces.