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VACUUM TUBE AMPLIFIER SYSTEMS
the closest approach to the original sound.
Classic
series
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The Quad II-forty ThE QUAd II-FoRTY valve amplifier is not only one of the finest sounding valve power amplifiers available in the market place today, it is an aesthetic and engineering masterpiece. An understated elegance lies beneath the smooth curves and lustrous finish, for the power amplifiers use a circuit dating back over fifty years to the time when vacuum tubes ruled the electronics industry and Peter Walker considered by many to be the master of audiophile design. he often shu
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“Factor out nostalgia. Forget the miracle of Quad making valve amps in the 21st century. Look at the Quads in terms of a current pre/power tube combination. Then look at the opposition. Now factor in gorgeous styling, superb build quality, perfect ergonomics, ample grunt, genuine heritage and the kind of sound which allows valve enthusiasts to show two fingers to transistor users.” – Ken Kessler, hi-Fi News Quad products have always been amongst the finest au- dio products in the world.
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The Latest addition to the Quad Valve Power amplifier This method reduces distortion when compared to the series is the long-awaited Quad II-eighty amplifier. The usual Ultra Linear or triode methods, however, it does The Quad perfect partner to our latest ESL speakers, the II-eighty is require a greater grid driving voltage. This is achieved, not merely a nod in the direction of retro styling, it’s a again in true Quad fashion, using a balanced pair modern high-performance amplifier desi
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“It is so much better in terms of high fidelity, in its purest sense. It reminded me how Quad retain an almost unique grip on the concept.” – Noel Keywood, hi-Fi World The Quad QC-twentyfour Unlike the power amplifiers, the Quad Control unit utilises a completely new circuit design. once again, the circuit is simple in concept yet remarkable in execution. our designers scoured the globe for the very finest components, with possibly the best example of this being the new ‘old stock’ 6111
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“Quad has succeeded where few of hi-fi’s The standard QC-twenty-four gamblers dare: They’ve followed the ESL-989 is line level only. There is an with not just a worthy amplifier, but with a silent option of a solid-state phono stage which can be added smooth and precise control unit as well.” when new, or at a later stage. – Ken Kessler, hi-Fi News Peter Walker always believed that an amplifier The total line gain is 15dB, with a high quality should be as simple as possible - engineer
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The Quad QC-phono stages For the analogue purist, the combination of a good valve For the connoisseur however, there is the Quad twenty- amplifier and a good turntable is the closest possible approach four P dedicated valve phono stage. This has been to the original recording. designed for Quad by valve supremo Tim d eParavicini - probably the finest valve amplifier designer in the There are two options for adding such functionality to our world today. It has been voiced by the finest ears in
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The Quad II-classic This is a faithful reproduction of the original, Peter’s circuit, notably the design of the output the new Quad II Classic offers audiophiles the transformer, has become the stuff of legend amongst chance to recreate the spirit and atmosphere electronics engineers. Studied and analysed by produced from one of the most famous amplifiers the finest minds in the industry, the elegance in audio history. and coherence of the design is still regarded as a reference today. The
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Quad sound systems have always provided “The Quad II Classic high levels of listening pleasure to their owners. our philosophy has always been one of repro - uses the finest quality ducing the ‘live’ experience in the comfort of your own home. components, each hard wired onto a Whilst many modern amplifiers are stunningly accurate and offer breathtaking resolution and robust chassis with distortion figures in tiny fractions of a percent, many also loose sight of the overall aim - whic
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Quad Electroacoustics Ltd, IAG h ouse, Sovereign Court, Ermine Business Park, h untingdon, Cambs, PE29 6XU Tel :- 01480 447700, Fax :- 01480 431767 www.quad-hifi.co.uk The information in this brochure is subject to change without notice.All rights reserved © 2004 Quad Quad is a member of the International Audio Group Qu.09.05.2007
