Norma REVO IPA-140 Audiophile Integrated Amplifier
Due to the construction features and the sound quality expressed, Norma REVO IPA-140 is a unique object that can accompany the enthusiast for a long time. These electronics represent a real cornerstone around which to build an excellent listening chain. Whichever type of loudspeaker you prefer (dynamic, electrostatic, magnetodynamic, high or low efficiency) REVO IPA-140 will make the most of it. Authority, sophistication and the absence of limits are the terms that best describe the 140: its dual mono architecture, the sophistication of the circuitry and the high quality of the power supply make it an “analog work of art”.
The five analog inputs, easy to configure for the user, make this amplifier an extremely versatile object. In addition, the direct audio video input, the fixed level tape output and the pre-out with selectable gain allow it to satisfy all possible needs. The PH MM/MC input is one of a kind: it was in fact designed and created with two monophonic units, one for each channel.
The Norma Revo IPA-140 is a definitive choice for amplification. Its high power (140W/8Ohm) and the ability to drive the most demanding speakers make it an extremely versatile amp. The elegant and sophisticated style is perfectly in tune with its sound personality. Power, dynamics, speed, and transparency are combined to create outstanding musicality and a total absence of listening fatigue. The inside workings show that the technical refinement follows the same philosophy. The Revo IPA-140 uses proprietary circuitry, regulated high-speed power, low noise and is built with a careful selection of the best materials available.
Options include a phono input, USB input, and the ability to have a fixed level input for integration into your dual purpose home theatre.
Features
- Extreme low noise, high speed schematic topology and wide band (>2 MHz).
- High current MOS-FET power device (150 A output peak current).
- 12 power device for a total rated 1.500 W power handling capability.
- Separate power supply for Gain, Driver and Output stage.
- High speed and low noise regulated power supply for gain and driver stage.
- High filtering capacity (70.000 uF) with numerous (24) low impedance capacitors.
- Full aluminium non-magnetic frame.
- Toroidal power transformer specially designed for audio applications, low dispersion flow. low mechanical noise, high permeability magnetic core with consequent low output impedance, 2 x 400 VA.
- Input configurable as Direct Inputs, for Home Theater use
- Outputs configurable as Pre Out, Active or Passive, for use with Power Amp and/or with Active Subwoofer
- XLR balaced input
- Remote control of all functions with NORMA RC-4 remote control.
- Two-speed volume control (Fine and Fast).
- Possibility of set the PHONO board inside, by 2 mono board for Left & Right channel.
- High quality phono stage, for MM and MC pick-up
- Protection for DC signal sensitive speakers.
- Inputs selection by relay with GOLD/PALLADIUM contacts.
- RCA solid core gold plated plug connector for any signal connections.
- Stand-by mode switches off the microprocessor one the command is executed, so as to annul any interference towards analogue signal.
- Remote Control, machined from a full block of aluminium, controls all Norma products.
- Made in Italy
Specifications
- Inputs 4 RCA, 1 XLR Balanced, optional Phono, 1 USB DAC optional
- Input impedance 47Kohm (not selected input) / 10 Kohm (selected input)
- Input Configuration Phono MM/MC, Line, Direct AV, Balanced
- Output Signal Passive Pre Out, Active Pre Out, Tape out, Subwoofer out
- Output Impedance 200 ohm
- Output Voltage 1 Binding Post pairs, accept 4mm banana plugs and fork
- Frequency Response 0 Hz – 1.8 MHz (-3dB, non filtered)
- Output Power 140 W RMS / 8 Ohm – 280 W RMS / 4 Ohm (each channel)
- Gain 34 dB
- Configuration Dual Mono
- Circulation Solid state
- Power devices MosFet, 3 pairs for each channel
- Output current available 36 A continuous, 150 A peak (per channel)
- Ability to filter 72.000 uF, 12 electrical capacitor for each channel
- Electric transformers 2 toroidal special audio use, 400 VA per channel
- Supply 230 V AC / 50 Hz, (100V AC or 115 VAC / 50-60Hz in some country)
- Dimensions (HxWxD) 110 x 430 x 365 mm, (excluding feet, knob and rear jacks)
- Weight 25 Kg
- Note Stereo Integrated Amplifier fully remote controlled
Support
Options
- DAC-USB-140 (USB Optional input board for REVO IPA-140, DSD compatible)
- PH-140 (Phono Option for REVO IPA-140, MM & MC, multiple gain and input impedance settings)
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About
Norma is based in Cremona, Italy.
The city and its surroundings are well known all over the world for being home to great composers as Monte- verdi and Ponchielli, and to famous violin makers such as Stradivari, Amati, Guarneri and many others. As of today, more than 100 violin makers’ shops are found in the ancient roads of the city.
In this inspiring context, where music permeates everything, for more than 20 years Norma has been involved in the study and implementation of sophistica- ted audio amplifiers, where technical skills and musical sensitivity must be merged together, in the same way the best musical instruments are made.
The result of this endeavor is a unique sound, which represents a synthesis of parameters usually set one against each other: dynamics, speed, and absolute transparency are combined with extraordinary musica- lity and total lack of listening fatigue.
The struggle between solid state and valves is finally overcome, as is the concept or reproduction.
Norma brings the listener to an intimate relation with the original event.