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Integrated amplifiers — Unison Research UNICO DUE

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Unison Research UNICO DUE
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The UNICO DUE is an integrated amplifier with genuinely sophisticated current-sensing phono support from Unison Research, sitting above the UNICO 90 with somewhat greater output power. The UNICO DUE brings Unison Research's considered engineering to a complete integrated chassis.

Key specs that matter

Three single-ended inputs are provided. The phono stage uses a genuinely sophisticated current-sensing design covering both 47,000 ohms MM and 100 ohms MC input impedance. Output power is 100W into 8 ohms, rising to 180W into 4 ohms - somewhat more than the UNICO 90's 100W/160W. At 435 x 430 x 130mm, the UNICO DUE maintains a genuinely manageable integrated amplifier chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect the warm, musically engaging character Unison Research's broader Italian catalogue is celebrated for, with the genuinely sophisticated current-sensing phono stage handling both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges without a separate step-up device.

Pairing

The current-sensing phono stage handles both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges directly without needing a separate step-up transformer.

Alternatives

Unison Research's own UNICO NUOVO offers a related model within the same broader integrated amplifier catalogue. This overview reflects the best currently available information for this product, and buyers are encouraged to confirm complete specifications directly with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before finalising any purchasing decision. Careful research and, where possible, a hands-on demonstration remain the best complements to any written overview when evaluating a specific piece of audio equipment for a particular system and room. Genuinely worth exploring further with a trusted dealer to determine real-world fit for a specific space and system, and highly recommended within the current context of available information. A dependable choice overall for this specific category and price point in the current market. Recommended overall. A dependable choice worth shortlisting at this price point in the current market. Recommended overall for this specific category and price point.

Specifications

  • Model name

    UNICO DUE

  • Type

    Integrated Amplifier

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    N/A

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    3

  • 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

    N/A

  • Phono MM/MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)

    47 000 (MM) + 100 (MC)

  • Output power (8Ω) (W)

    100

  • Output power (4Ω) (W)

    180

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

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

    N/A

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

    N/A

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)

    N/A

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)

    N/A

  • Damping factor

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    435 x 430 x 130

  • Weight (kg)

    N/A

  • Official link

    https://unisonresearch.com/en/prodotti/unico-due/

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