Power amplifiers stereo — TAD TAD-M700

The TAD-M700 is a formidable stereo power amplifier from TAD, sitting above the TAD-M1000TX with considerably greater output power and mass. The TAD-M700 represents TAD's most ambitious current statement in stereo power amplifier engineering.

Key specs that matter

Input sensitivity is 1,500mV. Output power is a substantial 350W into 8 ohms, rising to a staggering 700W into 4 ohms - considerably more than the TAD-M1000TX's 500W. Gain is 29.5dBu, matching the TAD-M1000TX. Frequency response spans a wide 1Hz to 100,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is an exceptional 125dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under an exceptionally low 0.005% at 100% global feedback. At 516 x 296 x 622mm and a staggering 74.5kg, the TAD-M700 represents TAD's absolute current flagship power-amplifier engineering ambition.

Sound and use context

Expect extraordinary dynamic authority and control reflecting the staggering 700W-into-4-ohms output combined with the exceptional 125dB signal-to-noise figure, representing TAD's most accomplished current engineering.

Pairing

The staggering 700W into 4 ohms output handles the most demanding loudspeaker loads with substantial headroom to spare.

Alternatives

TAD's own TAD-M700S offers a somewhat more accessible alternative sharing the same chassis and topology at reduced output power.