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Integrated amplifiers — Cary Audio SI-300.2D

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Cary Audio SI-300.2D
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The SI-300.2D is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC from Cary Audio, built with substantial output power. The SI-300.2D brings Cary's considered engineering to a complete integrated chassis.

Key specs that matter

Two balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended inputs are provided. Input impedance is 20,000 ohms balanced or 10,000 ohms single-ended. Output power is a substantial 2 x 300W into 8 ohms, rising to 2 x 450W into 4 ohms - serious figures for an integrated amplifier. Frequency response spans 10Hz to 50,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds 100dB. At 152 x 438 x 457mm and 23.6kg, the SI-300.2D represents a substantial integrated amplifier commitment reflecting Cary's considered American engineering standards.

Sound and use context

Expect substantial dynamic authority reflecting the 450W-into-4-ohms output, consistent with Cary's broader accomplished American engineering philosophy.

Pairing

The substantial 450W into 4 ohms output handles demanding loudspeaker loads with considerable headroom.

Alternatives

Cary's own CAD-120S MKII offers a related tube power amplifier alternative within the same broader catalogue for buyers building a separates system.

Specifications

  • Model name

    SI-300.2D

  • Type

    Integrated Amplifier with DAC

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    2

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    3

  • Input sensitivity (mV)

    N/A

  • Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    20 000

  • Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    10 000

  • 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 300

  • Output power (4Ω) (W)

    2 x 450

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    10

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    50 000

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)

    >100

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)

    < 0.5

  • Damping factor

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    152 x 438 x 457

  • Weight (kg)

    23,6

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