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Integrated amplifiers — BC Acoustique EX-234
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BC Acoustique EX-234
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The EX-234 is an integrated amplifier from BC Acoustique, sitting above the EX-214 with considerably greater output power and comprehensive balanced connectivity. The EX-234 brings BC Acoustique's more accomplished current engineering to a complete integrated solution.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided. Output power is 2 x 80W into 8 ohms, rising to 2 x 140W into 4 ohms - considerably more than the EX-214's 45/70W. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.01%. At 434 x 104 x 355mm and 10.7kg, the EX-234 represents a considerably more substantial commitment than the EX-214.
Sound and use context
Expect substantial power delivery reflecting the considerably greater 80/140W output combined with the strong over-100dB signal-to-noise figure, consistent with BC Acoustique's broader considered engineering standards.
Pairing
The built-in phono input covers a turntable directly, and the comprehensive balanced connectivity accommodates a source-rich balanced system.
Alternatives
BC Acoustique's own EX-214 offers a more accessible, compact alternative with Bluetooth connectivity instead within the same broader catalogue.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided. Output power is 2 x 80W into 8 ohms, rising to 2 x 140W into 4 ohms - considerably more than the EX-214's 45/70W. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.01%. At 434 x 104 x 355mm and 10.7kg, the EX-234 represents a considerably more substantial commitment than the EX-214.
Sound and use context
Expect substantial power delivery reflecting the considerably greater 80/140W output combined with the strong over-100dB signal-to-noise figure, consistent with BC Acoustique's broader considered engineering standards.
Pairing
The built-in phono input covers a turntable directly, and the comprehensive balanced connectivity accommodates a source-rich balanced system.
Alternatives
BC Acoustique's own EX-214 offers a more accessible, compact alternative with Bluetooth connectivity instead within the same broader catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
EX-234
Type
1
Analog inputs (balanced)
2 + 1 (Phono)
Analog inputs (single-ended)
N/A
Input sensitivity (mV)
N/A
Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
D/A conversion
Yes
Phono MM/MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)
N/A
Output power (8Ω) (W)
2 x 80
Output power (4Ω) (W)
2 x 140
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
>100
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)
< 0,01
Damping factor
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
434x104x355
Weight (kg)
10.7
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