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Integrated amplifiers — Westend Audio Monaco
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Westend Audio Monaco
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The Monaco is a tube integrated amplifier from Westend Audio, built with comprehensive connectivity and a solid output power. The Monaco brings Westend Audio's considered tube-circuit approach to a complete integrated chassis.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended RCA inputs are provided, with input impedance at 17,600 ohms balanced. Output power is 2 x 100W into 8 ohms - a substantial figure for a tube integrated design. Frequency response spans 10Hz to 40,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 95dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at 1% - a figure reflecting Westend Audio's tube-informed circuit design choices. At 470 x 222.5 x 37.3mm and 46kg, the Monaco's considerable weight reflects serious output transformer and power-supply componentry typical of substantial tube integrated designs.
Sound and use context
Expect the rich, harmonically engaging tonal character Westend Audio's tube-based engineering philosophy is broadly known for, with the substantial 100W-per-channel output providing genuine dynamic headroom well beyond many rival tube integrated designs.
Pairing
The comprehensive five-input connectivity comfortably accommodates a source-rich system, and the substantial 100W output suits a wide range of loudspeaker sensitivities.
Alternatives
Westend Audio's broader amplifier catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different output level within the same considered tube-engineering philosophy.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended RCA inputs are provided, with input impedance at 17,600 ohms balanced. Output power is 2 x 100W into 8 ohms - a substantial figure for a tube integrated design. Frequency response spans 10Hz to 40,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 95dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at 1% - a figure reflecting Westend Audio's tube-informed circuit design choices. At 470 x 222.5 x 37.3mm and 46kg, the Monaco's considerable weight reflects serious output transformer and power-supply componentry typical of substantial tube integrated designs.
Sound and use context
Expect the rich, harmonically engaging tonal character Westend Audio's tube-based engineering philosophy is broadly known for, with the substantial 100W-per-channel output providing genuine dynamic headroom well beyond many rival tube integrated designs.
Pairing
The comprehensive five-input connectivity comfortably accommodates a source-rich system, and the substantial 100W output suits a wide range of loudspeaker sensitivities.
Alternatives
Westend Audio's broader amplifier catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different output level within the same considered tube-engineering philosophy.
Specifications
Model name
Monaco
Type
Tube Intagrated Amplifier
Analog inputs (balanced)
2
Analog inputs (single-ended)
3
Input sensitivity (mV)
N/A
Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)
17 600
Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
D/A conversion
N/A
Phono MM/MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)
N/A
Output power (8Ω) (W)
2 x 100
Output power (4Ω) (W)
N/A
Gain (dBu)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
10
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
40 000
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
>95
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)
1
Damping factor
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
470 × 222.5 × 37.3
Weight (kg)
46
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