Introduced in 1990, the MA-2 was the largest production triode amplifier and the largest production OTL in the world for
nearly 12 years. In that time it set the bar for quality that has yet to be surpassed; it is one of the finest amplifiers made anywhere in the world
regardless of price. Not only is it one of the most powerful production Output Transformerless amps available, it is also
the most reliable. Audio purists have craved the design features of this amplifier since the beginning of Hi-Fi;
only Atma-Sphere has succesfully put them all in the same place at the same time.
Now the Mk. 3.3 boasts an improved gain stage with even wider bandwidth and greater transparency than ever before.
We have added switchable feedback and automatic tube biasing to round out the package. Yet it remains smooth, detailed, and
tuneful with a speed that belies such a large tube amplifier. Unlike many other amplifiers, it will stand up to constant playback without any noticeable artifact. And the improvements the MA-2 offers will be obvious on any system within seconds of powering it up; it sounds that good.
The MA-2 is noted for its superior performance on Sound Lab, Wilson Audio, JM Labs, Magnaplanar and Avalon loudspeakers.
These are speakers that need an amplifier capable of serious power. An amplifier that can fully utilise the full bass
frequency range of the speaker with the proper control and impact, while simultaneously retaining detail, delicacy, and speed.
This is an unusual combination but this is what sets Atma-Sphere apart from the competition.
- Balanced Differential Design®
- Class-A operation
- Patented Circlotronic® direct-coupled (OTL) output stage
- Automatic bias, so no adjustment is needed
- Built in VU meter for tube and output monitoring
- Copper foil V-Cap Teflon coupling caps
- Easily monostrapped for greatly increased power
- Standby switch for long output tube life
- Dual AC power circuits for each chassis
- Uses only one gain stage for simplicity and clarity of sound
- Proprietary precision components used throughout
- Low-noise "star" grounding topology
- Fully hand-wired point-to-point electronics - no circuit boards!
- Stable with all input and load conditions
Exclusively uses Octal-Triode based vacuum tubes
Output power
220 watts per channel into a 4, 8, or 16 Ω load before clipping
Impedance
Input Impedance: 100 KΩ single-ended, 200 KΩ balanced - selectable to 600 Ω
Output Impedance: ~1.75 Ω ( open loop )
Input
Selectable up to 600 Ω
2.8 V sensitivity
RCA and XLR true balanced input
Tube complement
( per channel )
20 x 6AS7G output tube
6 x 6SN7 driver tube
Gain
26dB ( for 8 Ω )
Power Bandwidth
2Hz-150KHz within 1/2 dB
Frequency response
( 1 watt, open loop )
20 Hz squarewave Tilt; unmeasureable
1Hz-200KHz within 3 dB
Distortion
Total Harmonic Distortion ( THD ) typically 0.4% at full power
Intermodulation ( IM ) distortion typically under .04% at full power
Phase shift less than 1 degree @ 20KHz
Output section risetime
600 V/µs
Feedback
2 dB
Power consumption
800 watts/channel
Power Supply Current
80 Amps/channel
Power Supply storage
( per channel )
1200 Joules in output section, 100 Joules in Driver supply
Dimensions
( per chassis )
28" deep x 17" wide x 10" tall ( 71 x 43 x 25 cm )
Weight
( per chassis, without tubes )
103 lbs ( 46.7 kg )
Warranty
Three year general coverage
One year for output tubes
For all support requests, or any questions about your Atma-Sphere product, contact us directly at (651) 690-2246 or send us an
email.
Power supply panel finish options
Brushed black (Anodized)
Brushed silver (Anodized)
Brushed gold (Anodized)
Chassis finish
Black (Anodized)
Custom finishes available upon request
Accessories
Jumper plugs for high efficiency speakers
Replaces tube in the voltage amplifier section of Atma-Sphere
power amplifiers, thus reducing gain for high efficiency speakers.
Recommended when efficiency of speaker is over 100.
Pricing
Contact your local
dealer for pricing information.
Or, call (651) 690-2246 or
email us with any questions.
