Power amplifiers mono — Constellation Audio Performance 2 Monoblock

The Performance 2 Monoblock is a formidable monoblock power amplifier from Constellation Audio, sitting above the Inspiration 2 with staggering output power and an extraordinary damping factor. The Performance 2 Monoblock brings Constellation's more accomplished current engineering to dedicated monoblock power amplification.

Key specs that matter

Output power is a substantial 1,200W into 8 ohms, rising to a staggering 2,000W into 4 ohms - considerably more than the Inspiration 2's 500W/1,000W. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 1Hz to 100,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 115dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.03% at 100% global feedback. Damping factor exceeds an extraordinary 500. At 432 x 254 x 609mm and 68kg, the Performance 2 Monoblock represents a serious monoblock commitment reflecting Constellation's more accomplished current engineering ambition.

Sound and use context

Expect extraordinary dynamic authority reflecting the staggering 2,000W-into-4-ohms output combined with the extraordinary over-500 damping factor, representing Constellation's more accomplished current monoblock engineering.

Pairing

As a monoblock, two units are needed for a stereo pair, and the staggering output power handles the most demanding loudspeaker loads.

Alternatives

Constellation's own Statement Mono offers Constellation's absolute current flagship alternative within the same broader monoblock catalogue.