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Moon W-8 RS Power Amplifier - New Products
MO-W-8 RS

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The MOON W-8 RS Power Amplifier is a dual-mono balanced differential design, representing the next generation of MOON high-performance audio components. Producing 250 watts per channel of uncolored high-current output power at 8Ω (500 wpc into 4Ω and 1000wpc into 2Ω), the W-8 RS will drive virtually any loudspeaker to its maximum capabilities with incredible ease. This achievement is due, in part, to our new proprietary "Lynx" amplification circuit. Further raising the bar, the MOON W-8 RS can be fully integrated into a custom-install environment via an RS-232 port and 12V trigger. As well, a plethora of user selectable cosmetic options are available at the time of purchase.

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The MOON W-8 RS Power Amplifier is a dual-mono balanced differential design, representing the next generation of MOON high-performance audio components. Producing 250 watts per channel of uncolored high-current output power at 8Ω (500 wpc into 4Ω and 1000wpc into 2Ω), the W-8 RS will drive virtually any loudspeaker to its maximum capabilities with incredible ease. This achievement is due, in part, to our new proprietary "Lynx" amplification circuit. Further raising the bar, the MOON W-8 RS can be fully integrated into a custom-install environment via an RS-232 port and 12V trigger. As well, a plethora of user selectable cosmetic options are available at the time of purchase.

Significant Design Features:
 

· Full unsolicited RS-232 bidirectional feedback
· Lynx circuitry which is a "no overall feedback" design resulting in genuine real-time amplification,
  a more accurate musical reproduction with respect to tonality, virtually non-existent IMD and the
  elimination of common phase errors resulting from feedback
· Custom proprietary toroidal transformer design with lower magnetic, electrical and thermal
  loss, yielding an improved power transfer and lower regulation factor. The result is increased
  current speed and better dynamics
· An oversized power supply
· 12 Volt trigger input/output for remote operation
· "Class A" output to 5 watts for greater efficiency
· Precision matched and fully decoupled Bipolar output devices which offer superb linearity
  throughout the entire audio frequency spectrum
· A high damping factor yielding superior musical dynamics, improved signal speed and refined
  refined timbre accuracy
· A very short capacitor-free signal path for a faster transient response
· 4-Layer PCB’s with pure copper tracings for a much shorter signal path; This results in
  greater sonic accuracy and a dramatically improved signal-to-noise ratio
· Stable to any known speaker impedance
· Ultra rigid chassis construction to minimize the effects of external vibrations
· Accurate matching of the very finest quality electronic components in a symmetrical circuit design
· Designed to be powered up at all times for optimal performance.


The MOON 700i is the ultimate Integrated Amplifier. Intended to meet the needs of the most demanding music connoisseurs, it is fully differential dual-mono design, rated at 175 watts/channel into 8Ω, offering authority, finesse and superb control. Using a variety of new technologies developed since the introduction of the Evolution Series, the 700i provides more sonic transparency and accuracy than previously thought possible. In addition, this integrated it is extremely flexible and exemplifies a luxurious lifestyle.
 
New technologies include (i) the M-eVOL2 volume control, with a phenomenal 530 steps, allowing for an extremely precise level adjustment just like the MOON P-8 Preamplifier;   (ii) New MOON output transistors, specifically designed for use in our amplifiers, provide tighter and more visceral bass performance, as well as unprecedented linearity thoughout the entire frequency spectrum;   (iii) An input stage circuit which reduces noise, preserving image focus and integrity like never before.
 
There is a warmth and naturalness to the soundstage
that must be heard to be believed.


 
Of course, key features you’d expect in a MOON Evolution Series products are present such as our revolutionary Lynx amplification circuitry, SimLink and M-Lock, just to name a few, as well as both RS-232 and IR ports for custom-install environments. Finally, a plethora of user selectable cosmetic options are available at the time of purchase.

MOON W-8 RS Power Amplifier Specifications

Type: Solid State
Configuration: Dual-Mono / Fully Balanced
Power Supply Transformer: 2 x 1.3kVA
Power Supply Capacitance: 240,000µF
Class of operation: A/AB
Balanced Inputs: XLR - 1 pair
Single Ended Inputs: RCA - 1 Pair
Input Device Type: J-FETs
Input Sensitivity: 1260mV RMS
Input Impedance: 47.5 KΩ
Output Device Type: Bipolars - 16 per channel
Output Binding Posts: WBT - 2 pairs
Output Power @ 8 Ω: 250 Watts
Output Power @ 4 Ω: 500 Watts
Output Power @ 2 Ω: 1000 Watts
Output Power - Bridged Mono: 1000 Watts
Frequency Response: 10Hz - 200kHz   (+0/-3dB)
Output Impedance: < 0.01
Damping Factor (Static): > 800
Gain: 31dB
Signal-to-noise Ratio: 106dB @ full power
Maximum Output Voltage: 50 Volts
Slew Rate: 42V/µs
Maximum Current - Peak: 64 amperes
Maximum Current - Continous: 26 amperes
Crosstalk @ 1kHz: -105dB
IMD: Unmeasureable
THD   (20Hz - 20kHz @ 1 watt): 0.015 %
THD   (20Hz - 20kHz @ 250 watts): 0.04 %

12 Volt Trigger Output Operation: Direct Logic (0V = off, 12V=on) using a 1/8" mini-jack with an input impedance of 1K Ω and current requirement of 12mA
RS-232 Port: 9-pin female DB connector

Power Consumption @ idle: 50 Watts
AC Power Requirements: 240V / 50Hz
Fuse Replacement - 230V: 5A long fast blow
Shipping weight: 42 kgs
Dimensions   (W x H x D): 477.5 x 188 x 444.5 mm


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