Power amplifiers stereo — Anthem P2

The P2 is a stereo power amplifier from Anthem, a Canadian manufacturer known for delivering competitive engineering, built with an exceptional damping factor and substantial output. The P2 brings Anthem's considered engineering to two-channel power amplification.

Key specs that matter

Input sensitivity is 1,000mV, with input impedance at 22k ohms balanced or 18k ohms single-ended. Output power is 325W into 8 ohms, rising to 500W into 4 ohms. Gain is 29dBu. Signal-to-noise ratio reaches an exceptional 125dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at an exceptionally low 0.0007%, and a remarkable damping factor exceeding 600 - an exceptional figure indicating outstanding control over connected loudspeaker driver movement. At 238 x 490 x 438mm and 34kg, the P2 represents a substantial stereo amplifier commitment.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptional power delivery combined with exceptional control reflecting the remarkable damping factor exceeding 600 and extraordinary 125dB signal-to-noise figure - this combination suggests uncompromising engineering ambition.

Pairing

The substantial 325/500W output combined with the exceptional damping factor suits any loudspeaker load with real authority.

Alternatives

Anthem's broader amplifier and AV receiver catalogue, including the MRX 540 8K, offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.