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Description
The 8 Power is a switchable Stereo / Mono power amplifier based on the power amp layout of the Cyrus 8 XP. It is rated at 60W/8ohm, 30A pk (stereo), 110W/8ohm (mono).
The 8 power is the ideal partner for the new Pre XP, or equally it will be a perfect match to bi-amp the Cyrus 8 XP d. Both these combinations sound exceptionally good and offer outstanding value, not only sonically, but because the 8 power is so upgradeable.
Switching the amp into mono (bridging it) allows it to be used with another 8 Power to upgrade a system from 2 x 60 watts to 2 x 110 watts which provides a significant improvement in speaker drive. Additional improvements can be gained by adding a PSX-R, boosting system resolution and power to 125W mono. It can also be upgraded further as we offer a Factory upgrade to the next range up, the X power, which delivers even more performance.
As you upgrade your hi-fi system, the 8 Power evolves to meet your demands, adding power and finesse with each upgrade. You may run it in stereo or mono, with or without the matching PSX-R. Auto start and auto power down, plus built-in MC-Bus system control compatibility, make this a truly intelligent power amp, ideal for high-performance audio systems or a Cyrus-quality AV system.
It didn't take long for the Cyrus to convince me of its extensive talents" - What Hi Fi? Sound and Vision Awards 2007
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Key Features
Technically competent, the 8 Power ranks highly amongst its peers for technical specifications such as noise, distortion, damping factor and current delivery into a wide range of speaker loads.
Upgrading your existing system. - The 8 Power is an excellent upgrade for a Cyrus integrated amplifier, voiced to closely match the Cyrus 8 XP d, either to upgrade the performance of the internal power amplifier, or to use both the internal power amp and the 8 Power in a bi-amped configuration. The fixed gain structure of the Cyrus range enables any Cyrus power amplifier, such as the 8 Power, to be matched for bi-amping to any Cyrus integrated amplifier with a pre-out connection.
PSX-R upgradeable - The 8 Power includes a port for connection of the PSX-R power supply. The PSX-R is a high capacity, fully regulated power supply with even more capacity and regulation than the internal power supply of the 8 Power. When used together, the added benefits of the super-quiet DC power from the PSX-R will be primarily experienced as an improvement to the resolution to the sound of the system. Additionally, the power output of the 8 Power will also be increased, particularly when operating as a mono amplifier and this will aid dynamics.
Bridgeable - At the flick of a switch you can divert all the power to single channel. So when you buy your second 8 power, you can use one for each channel giving you 110 watts per channel. This extra power will enable your system to cope much changing resistance of your speakers as they react to the music, giving you a more controlled, resolved, and detailed sound.
Auto Start - The 8 Power features a sophisticated music-sense circuit with microprocessor control. When the unit is set to low-consumption Standby, a high-sensitivity circuit will detect an incoming music signal and switch on the amplifier noiselessly ready for use. A precision timer in the control system will then hold the amplifier on for 4 minutes before resetting to a semi-Standby state. From this state, the amplifier can be wakened instantly, so that even subtle low-level background music or effects signals will not be lost as the amplifier exits standby. If music is not present for an extended period, then the 8 Power will revert back to its true low-consumption standby state.
MC-Bus connectivity - As an alternative means of power control when used in a Cyrus system, the 8 Power includes connection for the Cyrus MC-Bus system. In this case, the intelligence in the control system will detect that the user has chosen to use MC-Bus control and will de-activate the music-sensing control system.
For applications with systems where music-sense is not required and MC-Bus is not connected, the music-sensing system may be disabled, temporarily by holding the standby key down when first switching on the 8 Power mains power.
Digital Protection System - The 8 Power also has a circuit protection feature which shuts the amplifier down if it is in danger of being damaged. A control system monitors the general status of the amplifier and can react quickly enough to protect it from accidental short-circuits, even when running at full power.
Chain output sockets enables the input signal to be easily passed to further amplifiers for bi/tri-amping purposes or where many amplifiers are required to run from the same input signal for sound reinforcement in large rooms or halls.
High quality magnesium die-cast enclosure, which delivers a myriad of advantages both electrically and mechanically. The integrated heatsink design enhances the thermal efficiency, allowing higher performance to size ratio. The non-resonant nature of the alloy minimises microphonic effects, while its non-ferrous composition provides an effective shield from external electro-magnetic disturbances. This also eliminates coupling of the power transformer stray magnetic fields to the sensitive audio circuitry.
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