V 80 SE
The OCTAVE V 80 SE sets new benchmarks for quality and performance in the product category of integrated amplifiers. It is the crown of the Octave integrated amplifier range and shines with a completely new amplifier design. A new driver stage, upgraded output transformers, and a more sophisticated power transformer highlight the technical design, while a completely new feedback loop offers absolute stability. As a serious alternative to high end separate pre- and power-amplifier components, the V 80 SE is equipped with a wide variety of inputs, both RCA and XLR, and features full function preamp capabilities. A MM or MC phono board is optional. A connection for Octave’s proprietary Black Box or Super Black Box power supply capacitance upgrade module is also included.
Description
The V 80 SE is the only model in the Octave range with a headphone connector and features a high-grade discrete headphone amplifier that offers very low distortion (<0.008 % at 200 ohms) and uncompromised sound quality. It is also possible to integrate the V 80 SE into a Home Cinema system thanks to the Home Theater Bypass Circuit which allows the V 80 SE to power the front channels of a high-quality multichannel system. Furthermore the V 80 SE features Octave’s innovative power saving Ecomode circuit which serves to reduce heat and unnecessary power consumption when the amplifier is switched on but not in use. The V 80 SE features Octave’s innovative Power Management and Protection Systems. All Octave models are protected against any inrush-current during switch-on and the operation voltage is built up slowly which also serves to extend the lifespan of all parts – especially the tubes.
One can adjust the V 80 SE BIAS in three steps with a small screw driver at the front panel of the amplifier making very sensitive adjustment to the loudspeakers quite simple. The incredibly precise BIAS calibration system requires no knowledge or experience let alone any micrometre or tools so there is no need to involve a tech. In addition to simplifying tube biasing this also makes it very easy for one to experiment with other tube types.
While the finish build-quality and craftsmanship of the unit are easily recognized the real fascination with the V 80 SE is the uncompromised sound quality and its incredible performance capabilities. The new amplifier design optimized for the higher power KT 150 and KT 120 tubes (available as an option) yields up to 120 watts per channel power output allowing perfect control of virtually any loudspeaker – even at high sound pressure levels. Music will flow effortlessly as the amplifier performs with an unrivalled sense of ease all while delivering precise control and inexhaustible dynamics.
In the midrange the V 80 SE integrated amplifier remains natural and warm while the high frequencies are accurately reproduced with all the nuanced fine details which make all the difference in high fidelity playback. This powerful yet elegant integrated amplifier conveys pure emotion and is the perfect partner for nearly every loudspeaker. With its incredible reliability ease of operation and innovative feature set the V 80 SE delivers the highest level of performance for the most demanding music lovers.
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.
Phono MM oder MC
There are two phono boards to choose from an MC or MM board. The additional board is internally connected to the phono input which is then no longer available as a high level input.
Basic Model: V 80 SE Line
Options: Phono MC or MM
Design: Silver or Black
Tube Configuration: 4 x KT 88-S4A-Carbon, optional 4 x KT 150 TS
Inputs: 6 x Line Level RCA (1 x Bypass-Input, 1 x Phono-Input Option), 1 x XLR
Outputs: 1 x adjustable Preamp Output (RCA) / 1 x Tape Record (RCA) / 1 x Headphone Output / 1 x Loudspeaker Output
Dimensions: 451 x 175 x 415 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 23.4 kg
Full Metal Remote Control: Volume Control
Eco Mode: Power Save Modus
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 Power Tubes
Power Selection: For different power tubes
Headphone Output: 6.3 mm Input for Headphones > 200 ohms
Pre- and Poweramp: separable
Output Power: 120 W RMS, 150 W Peak / 4 ohms
Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 80 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.1% at 10 W / 4 Ohm
Signal-to-noise ratio: – 103 dB