The hybrid integrated amplifier with DAC Magnat MA 900 is based on proprietary and already proven solutions. The manufacturer once again used a circuit that uses both radio tubes and transistors. According to Magnat, this approach is the key to balanced sound and high performance. The MA 900 model is distinguished by its high power: the device is capable of delivering 200 W per channel in normal operation and 320 W per pulse. The company noted that the ECC 81 tubes used in the preamplifier part must undergo careful selection and heating. The amplifier operates in class A/B.
Other features of the amplifier part of the device include high-quality capacitors, a shielded toroidal transformer, power circuits with independent channels, and the presence of a standby mode with low power consumption. As for the built-in DAC, we are talking about a circuit from Cyrrus Logic with support for quality up to 24 bit/192 kHz. A digital signal can be supplied via coaxial or optical connectors. There is also wireless connectivity via Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD.
Among other things, the Magnat MA 900 has a built-in phono stage based on Texas Instruments operational amplifiers. It is possible to connect MM and MC heads. The front panel also has a headphone jack and a 3.5mm line-in input. According to tradition, Magnat used a black metal body with a massive façade. All controls are made of aluminum. For convenience, the amplifier is equipped with a display with basic information. A remote control is included.
