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Electrocompaniet eci5 mk2 integrated amplifier - $1,200
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The Electrocompaniet ECI 5 MKII is a high-performance, fully balanced integrated stereo amplifier known for its powerful dynamics, natural sound, and robust build quality. It delivers a warm yet detailed sound that is highly musical and capable of driving demanding speakers.
Key Features and Specifications
Design & Build: The ECI 5 MKII features a classic high-end aesthetic with a black acrylic front panel and gold accents, consistent with other Electrocompaniet products. It is a fully balanced, DC-coupled design from input to output and is built with high-quality components, including a powerful 500VA toroidal transformer and 80,000 microfarads of reservoir capacitance.
Power Output: The amplifier is stable down to 0.5 ohms and provides substantial power output, making it suitable for a wide range of speakers.
120 W per channel into 8 ohms
200 W per channel into 4 ohms
370 W per channel into 2 ohms
Audio Circuitry: The input stage operates in Class A with zero negative feedback, while the output stage uses moderate negative feedback to balance bass control, a detailed midrange, and a warm, detailed top end. The output stage is connected directly to the speakers, bypassing the need for an output relay.
Connectivity: It offers a versatile selection of inputs and outputs:
Inputs: Two balanced (XLR), three single-ended (RCA), and one direct Home Theatre input (RCA).
Outputs: Balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) pre-outs for bi-amping or subwoofers, plus a fixed record output (RCA).
Usability: The unit includes a new, larger, dimmable display for improved readability and is controlled by front panel buttons or an included remote control. It weighs approximately 20 kg (44 lbs).
Sonic Performance
Reviewers and users consistently praise the ECI 5 MKII for its expansive and dynamic sound.
Dynamics and Scale: The amplifier is noted for its ability to manage large dynamic swings and present instruments with a near life-like size, even with less efficient speakers.
Tonal Balance: It offers a calm, balanced presentation that is smooth and relaxed, allowing for long listening sessions without fatigue. This "British with a dash of Yankee accent" voicing, as one reviewer put it, delivers a full bass and detailed midrange without harshness.
Soundstage: The ECI 5 MKII is celebrated for its wide and deep soundstage, with precise imaging that adds a strong sense of realism to recordings.
The integrated amplifier will be packed up and ready to go!
Comes with the remote control and power cord.