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Wright Audio Creator of Fine Stereo Equipment for the Discriminating Listener Since 1989 Just thirteen inches wide, this musical amplifier is suitable for low power uses in a personal music system where high quality sound is desired. It is ideal for an apartment or a bedroom system where music is listened to at closer distances or at moderate levels. It is, of course, also suitable for large, very high efficiency speakers in a music lover's main system. Within its low power output, the “Mini Amplifier's” sound quality exceeds that of many other company's full-size components. Wright Audio doesn't make sound or construction quality compromises according to an amplifier's size or power output. A physically smaller amplifier than the Wright Audio Mini requires too much compromise. Examples are amplifiers with cheap 'switching' and wall-wart type power supplies which have no place in music reproduction, those using tiny output transformers and amplifiers which display tubes on the chassis yet the audio signal does not pass through them! These are simply 'novelty' amplifiers. Despite its size, this amplifier follows our high standards of quality for both sound and construction: 1.) Oversized output transformers with extended high-frequency response, capable of handling three times the power output. 2.) A rugged vacuum tube power supply which operates at only 35% capacity. 3.) A power transformer specially wound for low mechanical noise and restricted electrical field, operating at only 60% capacity. 4.) No circuit boards. All hard-wired construction for easy possible updates. 5.) Uses currently-manufactured, popular and best-sounding tube types for this application. 6.) No solid-state devices, integrated circuits or transistors anywhere in the amplifier. We've used the best parts found in our larger amplifiers known to make a sonic difference, such as the special taper conductive plastic volume control, the Silmic capacitors and the oversized tube power supply. The small EL84 / 6BQ5 output tubes are preferred by some audiophiles over the larger types for musicality. In this amplifier, the electrical operating parameters of this tube have been set more conservatively than usual for longer tube life with a slight reduction in power output. For more connection options and higher output power, see the Wright Audio Royale SE6 Integrated Amplifier in another listing. FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Tube Complement: (2) ECC83 / 12AX7, (2) EL84 / 6BQ5, (1) 5AR4. Supplied with reproduction Tung-Sol 12AX7 and Mullard EL84 tubes. No other tube numbers accommodated. 3 watts per channel into 8 ohm speakers. Ultra-Linear output tube connection. Frequency Response: 20 - 30KHz @ -1 dB Controls: Power, Inputs A and B Selector Switch, Stereo Volume, Left and Right Channel Level Presets. The Left / Right level presets replace the more standard 'Balance' control which is a 'half-set' control, meaning that the signal is always going through half the potentiometer. Not good for sound. Normally, these level presets are turned all the way up. Lower the louder channel in order to balance the volume of the two channels. Turning both controls down can also compensate for unusually high output source components. Two inputs. Accommodates all line-level digital sources with an analog output. Over-specified vacuum tube power supply enhances resolution, provides the purest sound and slower warm-up for longer parts life. Accommodates 8 ohm speakers. Not for headphone use. Gold-plated jacks and heavy duty 5-way binding posts accepting banana plugs. Detachable IEC power cable. Externally-mounted fuse. All point-to-point wiring. Non obsolescent construction. No circuit boards used for ease of installation of future possible upgrades. Glossy, black-anodized non-magnetic aluminum heavy-duty chassis for minimum electrical and mechanical interference for quiet operation. Black solid-oak wood side panels. Size: Compact 13" x 9" x 7 1/2" high. Allow 3 inches of space above the amplifier for heat dissipation. Weight: 14 lbs. THREE YEAR WARRANTY (Tubes: 3 Months) Designed and assembled in the U.S. using U.S. and Global components. High Performance Amplification Quality. "A High Level of Value or Excellence." 1 .) Wright Audio's designs extract the maximum audio quality that only tube technology can provide and does so at reasonable cost. 2 .) The Most Useful Features - Wright Audio amplifiers have the switching and control features to satisfy demanding installations. 3 .) Compact Designs - Wright Audio's amplifiers can fit anywhere. 4 .) Non-Obsolescent Construction - Wright Audio's designs use only commonly available tube types, operated conservatively, and are user replaceable. Amplifier designs using limited production run tubes or discontinued tube types so common among other brands is not acceptable. No circuit boards. Hand-wiring means that parts and circuits can be changed or upgraded at any future time by Wright Audio without entire product obsolescence. 5.) Reliability - Wright Audio amplifiers are so well-constructed that they carry one of the strongest Warranties in the business. Because they are made in the United States, service can be quickly and competently obtained if required. Our Listening Criteria Rich, correct harmonic structure of instruments, purity of tone without edginess, dynamic shading between loud and soft, correct attack and decay of notes and the full dimensional display of instruments. * * * * * * ABOUT THIS Ebay OFFER: This product is available only from Wright Audio. This is a NEW unit with full Warranty. A signature will be required on delivery. RETURNS: We are so sure you will love this component that it is sold with a 30-day trial period from the date of receipt with a money-back guarantee, less shipping costs. The unit must be returned undamaged and complete. There is no restocking fee. Please notify us by phone or email that you intend to return the item so we can issue a Return Authorization Number. The contents of this listing (c) 2024 Wright Audio.