Canor Virtus A3 – Integrated Hybrid Amplifier (All-in-One)
Ex-Demo (Like New) - 5490 Euro
Virtus A3 is an all-in-one, dual-mono, hybrid Class A/AB integrated amplifier that combines a power amplifier, phono preamplifier (MM/MC), balanced headphone amplifier, and high-end DAC in a single chassis. The name “Virtus,” drawn from Ancient Rome, evokes valour, excellence, courage, character, and worth.
Highlights
- Four devices in one: hybrid power amp, phono preamp (MM/MC), balanced headphone amp, and DAC.
- Unique hybrid topology: Class A linearity with Class AB efficiency for real-world power delivery.
- True dual-mono design: fully independent, multi-stage regulated power supplies per channel.
- Touchscreen control: intuitive display integrated into the precision control knob.
- Class A line pre-outs: single-ended and balanced, for external power amps / active subs.
- Custom cooling: heat-pipe heatsinks for efficient, quiet thermal management.
Product Features
- Hybrid Power Amplifier (Class A/AB), Phono Preamplifier (MM/MC), Headphone Amplifier, and DAC in one chassis.
- Analog and digital paths in dual-mono configuration with independent power regulation.
- Fully discrete phono stage supporting both MM and MC cartridges (selectable gains).
- Discrete, fully symmetrical balanced headphone amplifier with SE and balanced outputs.
- Class A single-ended and balanced preamplifier outputs for system expansion (active speakers / subwoofers).
- Custom heat-pipe cooling system for high efficiency and stability.
- Precision double-row bearing control knob with integrated touch display.
Technical Specifications
Power Amplifier
| Stereo Output Power (IHF Dynamic) | 2 × 150 W / 4 Ω; 2 × 100 W / 8 Ω |
| Gain | 34.5 dB |
| Input Sensitivity | 550 mV |
| Damping Factor | 180 / 4 Ω; 380 / 8 Ω |
| Frequency Range | 10 – 35,000 Hz (±0.5 dB / 5 W) |
| Input Impedance | 50 kΩ |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 0.005% (1 kHz, 5 W); < 0.008% (1 kHz, 1 W) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 90 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| Tube Complement | 2 × E88CC |
Phono Preamplifier
| Cartridge Support | MM & MC |
| Gain Options | MM: 40 dB / 46 dB; MC: 60 dB / 66 dB |
Headphone Amplifier
| Unbalanced Output Power | 500 mW / 30 Ω; 70 mW / 300 Ω |
| Balanced Output Power | 500 mW / 30 Ω; 270 mW / 300 Ω |
| Headphone Outputs | 6.3 mm jack; 4-pin XLR |
DAC & Digital
| DAC Configuration | 2 × ESS9038 (Dual-Mono) |
| Digital Inputs | 2 × Coaxial, 2 × Optical (TOSLINK), 1 × USB, 1 × AES/EBU |
Connectivity
| Analog Inputs | 1 pair RCA (Phono), 2 pairs RCA (Line), 2 pairs XLR (Balanced) |
| Analog Outputs (Variable) | 1 pair RCA, 1 pair XLR |
| 12 V Trigger | 1 × IN (3.5 mm), 2 × OUT (3.5 mm) |
General
| Power | 115 / 230 V, 50–60 Hz, 820 VA |
| Finishes | Black; Silver |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 435 × 130 × 460 mm |
| Weight (Net) | 18 kg |
