Electrocompaniet - AW 300M - Mono Power Amplifier
Electrocompaniet was founded in Stranda, Norway in 1973 by a group of engineers and physicists from the Norwegian Institute of Technology who were dissatisfied with the state of audio amplification. Their founding paper, 'A New Approach to High Fidelity Amplifier Design,' proposed that the measurement methods conventionally used to assess amplifier quality were inadequate — that an amplifier could measure well by conventional standards and still sound wrong. The solution they developed, and have refined across fifty years of production, was a high-current, zero global negative feedback amplifier topology that remains the engineering foundation of every Electrocompaniet product made today. The factory is still in Norway. The engineers still argue about the same things. The music still sounds right.
ENGINEERING PHILOSOPHY
The decision to use zero global negative feedback in Electrocompaniet's core amplifier designs is not a historical quirk — it is a deliberate engineering position that the company defends with measured evidence and listening tests. Global negative feedback, used in most conventional amplifier designs, corrects errors after they occur in the signal path. Electrocompaniet's position is that it is better to design circuits that do not make errors than to correct them after the fact — that feedback-corrected distortion has a different character than low-distortion design, and that the ear detects this difference even when the measurements suggest otherwise.
The result is amplification of exceptional musical naturalness: effortless at high power, grain-free at low levels, and capable of driving difficult loudspeaker loads without the compression that feedback-dependent designs can exhibit under stress. From integrated amplifiers to reference monoblock power stages, every Electrocompaniet product is designed, assembled, and tested by hand in Norway.
WHY THE AUDIO TAILOR CARRIES ELECTROCOMPANIET
We carry Electrocompaniet because it represents one of the most compelling combinations of engineering integrity, sonic excellence, and genuine value available anywhere in high-end audio. It is the brand we recommend most confidently to clients who want the truth about their music without paying for someone else's marketing budget.
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Electrocompaniet AW 300 M: Elevating Audio Amplification
The Electrocompaniet AW 300 M Mono Power Amplifier represents the pinnacle of audio engineering, seamlessly blending a contemporary design with the timeless Electrocompaniet legacy. This amplifier complements both our current product lineup and cherished classics, delivering unmatched performance.
Redefined Power Amplification:
The AW 300 M boasts Electrocompaniet's direct-coupled high open-loop bandwidth topology, now enhanced with high slew-rate and extended bandwidth amplifier stages. A groundbreaking output stage has been meticulously engineered to isolate input and driver stages from the load, resulting in an exceptionally robust output that remains impervious to connected loads. This innovation simplifies the feedback system and ensures remarkably low distortion.
Revamped Power Supply:
Our power supply has undergone significant upgrades, featuring a generous 110,000 uF supply filtering capacity. Mains power input is painstakingly filtered for both DC and RF noise. With an 800VA toroidal transformer and upgraded wire gauge transformer, magnetic and electrostatic shielding effectively minimizes interference.
The internal ground reference has been generously over-dimensioned to eliminate rectifying and output currents, delivering a pristine, noise-free output signal across all power levels. This translates into a stable soundstage with unparalleled background silence.
Enhanced Construction & Design:
The AW 300 M showcases design refinements, including a new front plate adorned with a striking 3D logo and a redesigned power button. The chassis has been completely reengineered from the ground up, incorporating a modular construction design. Two elegant black brushed aluminum rods not only bolster chassis rigidity but also introduce a visually appealing element. All of this is enveloped in a luxurious matte finish, upholding Electrocompaniet's signature and enduring aesthetics.
Experience the future of power amplification with the Electrocompaniet AW 300 M, a masterpiece crafted in Norway.
SoundCare® SuperSpikes™: Elevate Your Audio Experience
SoundCare® SuperSpikes™ represent an all-in-one spike foot solution. The unique construction of SuperSpikes eliminates a common issue faced with conventional spikes: damage to surfaces. These SuperSpikes provide the added benefit of isolating your equipment from external vibrations in the environment, preserving audio purity.
Key Features:
- Suitable for all audio or AV systems
- Superior RFI reduction
- Advanced power amplification with low distortion
- Enhanced power supply with substantial filtering
- Immaculate internal ground reference for noise-free output
- Redesigned and modular construction with a sleek aesthetic
- Crafted in Norway, embodying Electrocompaniet's heritage
- SoundCare® SuperSpikes™ for vibration isolation and surface protection
Unlock the full potential of your audio system with Electrocompaniet's AW 300 M Mono Power Amplifier and SoundCare® SuperSpikes™.
| Technical Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 330 kΩ |
| Frequency Response (Filter Active) | 0.5 – 220 kHz |
| Frequency Response (Filter Disabled) | 0.5 – 1.1 MHz |
| Voltage Gain (Mono, Balanced Input) | 29 dB (x28) |
| Input-Referred Noise (20-20kHz) | < 2 ÎĽV |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1W/8Ω Load) | 95 dB (Reference 20-20 kHz) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Full Power Out) | 120 dB (Reference 20-20 kHz) |
| Slew-Rate (Filter Disabled) | 140 V/ÎĽs |
| DC Output Voltage | < 5 mV |
| Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) | 0.0006 % |
| Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) | 0.001 % |
| Damping Factor (8Ω Load) | > 1000 |
| Power Consumption (Standby) | < 0.5W |
| Protection | DC, Overload, Temperature |
| Rated Output Power (Mono) | |
|---|---|
| 8Ω Load | 300 W |
| 4Ω Load | 600 W |
| 2Ω Load | 1000 W |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 30 kg (66.13 lbs) |
| Width | 212 mm (8.34 inches) |
| Depth | 488 mm (19.21 inches) |
| Height | 292 mm (11.49 inches) |
Original: $41,641.61
-70%$41,641.61
$12,492.48
Description
Electrocompaniet was founded in Stranda, Norway in 1973 by a group of engineers and physicists from the Norwegian Institute of Technology who were dissatisfied with the state of audio amplification. Their founding paper, 'A New Approach to High Fidelity Amplifier Design,' proposed that the measurement methods conventionally used to assess amplifier quality were inadequate — that an amplifier could measure well by conventional standards and still sound wrong. The solution they developed, and have refined across fifty years of production, was a high-current, zero global negative feedback amplifier topology that remains the engineering foundation of every Electrocompaniet product made today. The factory is still in Norway. The engineers still argue about the same things. The music still sounds right.
ENGINEERING PHILOSOPHY
The decision to use zero global negative feedback in Electrocompaniet's core amplifier designs is not a historical quirk — it is a deliberate engineering position that the company defends with measured evidence and listening tests. Global negative feedback, used in most conventional amplifier designs, corrects errors after they occur in the signal path. Electrocompaniet's position is that it is better to design circuits that do not make errors than to correct them after the fact — that feedback-corrected distortion has a different character than low-distortion design, and that the ear detects this difference even when the measurements suggest otherwise.
The result is amplification of exceptional musical naturalness: effortless at high power, grain-free at low levels, and capable of driving difficult loudspeaker loads without the compression that feedback-dependent designs can exhibit under stress. From integrated amplifiers to reference monoblock power stages, every Electrocompaniet product is designed, assembled, and tested by hand in Norway.
WHY THE AUDIO TAILOR CARRIES ELECTROCOMPANIET
We carry Electrocompaniet because it represents one of the most compelling combinations of engineering integrity, sonic excellence, and genuine value available anywhere in high-end audio. It is the brand we recommend most confidently to clients who want the truth about their music without paying for someone else's marketing budget.
Â
Electrocompaniet AW 300 M: Elevating Audio Amplification
The Electrocompaniet AW 300 M Mono Power Amplifier represents the pinnacle of audio engineering, seamlessly blending a contemporary design with the timeless Electrocompaniet legacy. This amplifier complements both our current product lineup and cherished classics, delivering unmatched performance.
Redefined Power Amplification:
The AW 300 M boasts Electrocompaniet's direct-coupled high open-loop bandwidth topology, now enhanced with high slew-rate and extended bandwidth amplifier stages. A groundbreaking output stage has been meticulously engineered to isolate input and driver stages from the load, resulting in an exceptionally robust output that remains impervious to connected loads. This innovation simplifies the feedback system and ensures remarkably low distortion.
Revamped Power Supply:
Our power supply has undergone significant upgrades, featuring a generous 110,000 uF supply filtering capacity. Mains power input is painstakingly filtered for both DC and RF noise. With an 800VA toroidal transformer and upgraded wire gauge transformer, magnetic and electrostatic shielding effectively minimizes interference.
The internal ground reference has been generously over-dimensioned to eliminate rectifying and output currents, delivering a pristine, noise-free output signal across all power levels. This translates into a stable soundstage with unparalleled background silence.
Enhanced Construction & Design:
The AW 300 M showcases design refinements, including a new front plate adorned with a striking 3D logo and a redesigned power button. The chassis has been completely reengineered from the ground up, incorporating a modular construction design. Two elegant black brushed aluminum rods not only bolster chassis rigidity but also introduce a visually appealing element. All of this is enveloped in a luxurious matte finish, upholding Electrocompaniet's signature and enduring aesthetics.
Experience the future of power amplification with the Electrocompaniet AW 300 M, a masterpiece crafted in Norway.
SoundCare® SuperSpikes™: Elevate Your Audio Experience
SoundCare® SuperSpikes™ represent an all-in-one spike foot solution. The unique construction of SuperSpikes eliminates a common issue faced with conventional spikes: damage to surfaces. These SuperSpikes provide the added benefit of isolating your equipment from external vibrations in the environment, preserving audio purity.
Key Features:
- Suitable for all audio or AV systems
- Superior RFI reduction
- Advanced power amplification with low distortion
- Enhanced power supply with substantial filtering
- Immaculate internal ground reference for noise-free output
- Redesigned and modular construction with a sleek aesthetic
- Crafted in Norway, embodying Electrocompaniet's heritage
- SoundCare® SuperSpikes™ for vibration isolation and surface protection
Unlock the full potential of your audio system with Electrocompaniet's AW 300 M Mono Power Amplifier and SoundCare® SuperSpikes™.
| Technical Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 330 kΩ |
| Frequency Response (Filter Active) | 0.5 – 220 kHz |
| Frequency Response (Filter Disabled) | 0.5 – 1.1 MHz |
| Voltage Gain (Mono, Balanced Input) | 29 dB (x28) |
| Input-Referred Noise (20-20kHz) | < 2 ÎĽV |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (1W/8Ω Load) | 95 dB (Reference 20-20 kHz) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Full Power Out) | 120 dB (Reference 20-20 kHz) |
| Slew-Rate (Filter Disabled) | 140 V/ÎĽs |
| DC Output Voltage | < 5 mV |
| Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) | 0.0006 % |
| Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) | 0.001 % |
| Damping Factor (8Ω Load) | > 1000 |
| Power Consumption (Standby) | < 0.5W |
| Protection | DC, Overload, Temperature |
| Rated Output Power (Mono) | |
|---|---|
| 8Ω Load | 300 W |
| 4Ω Load | 600 W |
| 2Ω Load | 1000 W |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 30 kg (66.13 lbs) |
| Width | 212 mm (8.34 inches) |
| Depth | 488 mm (19.21 inches) |
| Height | 292 mm (11.49 inches) |
