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VTL MB185 Monoblock Power Amplifiers

VTL MB185 Monoblock Power Amplifiers

We are proud to offer this affordably priced high power monoblock amplifier featuring 6 6550C tubes per side and equipped with the Signature Output Transformer. Sporting a generous 220 watts per channel in tetrode mode and 110 watts per channel in triode mode, the 185 has a sound and authority rarely found in amplifiers at any price, let alone in its modest price range.

 The VTL Signature monoblocks, noted for their power and performance, are equipped with the VTL Signature Output Transformer and feature the MIT Multicaps as the coupling capacitors. Custom packaged to offer very high power in a manageable chassis size, these monoblock powerhouses are designed to drive the most demanding loudspeaker systems with utmost ease. They run cool in the home environment, requiring very little maintenance.

  • Super Balanced Inputs and Single-ended Inputs.
  • Tetrode - Triode Switching
  • MIT Multicaps used in the signal path
  • Individual bias settings for each tube.
  • 600V B+ fuse for added protection.
  • VTL custom gold-plated RCA Jacks and binding posts.
  • Signature Output Transformer 

MB-185 Signature Monoblock Data Specification

Vacuum Tube Complement

6 x 6550C, 1 x 12AT7, 1x 6350

Output Power

20 Hz – 25 kHz ± 0.1dB < 3% THD
(Stable to 2W)   

into 4W

Tetrode = 230 watts

Triode = 125 watts

into 8W

Tetrode = 165 watts

Triode = 105 watts  

Small signal frequency response
(< 0.2% THD @ 1W)
1 - 75 kHz -3dB  
Class of output operation   AB1

Inputs / Outputs

 

Balanced XLR and

Single-ended RCA /

1 pair 5 way binding posts  

Input Sensitivity / Impedance 1.0 V / 130KW
Output Impedance   1.6 

Power Consumption

Idle = 180W

Full Power = 575W

Dimensions W x D x H

19 x 13.25 x 9 inches

48 x 33.5 x 23 cm

 

Weight per unit

65 lbs (29.5 Kg) fully packed

 


Brand: VTL Tube Amplification

 

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