Symphony of Innovation: Chord Electronics Unveils the Ultima Integrated, a Masterpiece of Audio Engineering
Chord Electronics culminates a five-year odyssey of audio exploration with the Ultima Integrated, a revolutionary amplifier that transcends category limitations. This isn't just an integrated amp; it's a symphony of cutting-edge technology, seamlessly harmonizing advanced error-correction circuitry with Chord's legendary, ultra-high-frequency power supplies.
John Franks, Chord's visionary chief engineer, imbues the Ultima Integrated with an aura of both elegance and power. The chassis is an impregnable shell, forged from solid aircraft-grade aluminum and echoing the brand's signature Integra Legs. The front panel is a captivating composition of modern design, anchored by a spherical power button that pulsates with an otherworldly, multi-hued glow.
Uncompromising sonic purity is guarded by four meticulously-refined input channels: a balanced XLR and a trio of shielded RCAs, all fortified against electromagnetic interference. Selection between these channels is conducted by a silent ballet of microprocessor-controlled, hermetically sealed relays, ensuring pristine signal transmission for an unadulterated listening experience.
The Ultima Integrated's technical prowess is nothing short of phenomenal. It boasts a frequency response that stretches from an unbelievably low 10 Hz to a soaring 200 kHz, maintaining an impressively flat response within 3 dB. Total harmonic distortion across the audible spectrum (20 Hz to 20 kHz) is a virtually inaudible 0.01%, signifying a canvas of immaculate sonic purity.
The signal-to-noise ratio stands at an exceptional 90 dB across all inputs, effectively silencing the shadows of unwanted noise. Even power consumption reflects meticulous design, with the amplifier operating with remarkable efficiency at 200 watts.
The Ultima Integrated is a concerto of innovation, a masterpiece meticulously crafted for the discerning audiophile who craves the pinnacle of sonic transparency, timeless aesthetics, and cutting-edge technology.
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