PS Audio M700 Monoblock Amplifier (single)
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M700 Amplifier
The Stellar M700 mono amplifiers are a massively powerful engine capable of effortlessly driving demanding loudspeaker loads to concert levels.
Enjoy an unheard of level of control and command from your loudspeakers with the Stellar M700, one of the most extraordinary under $5,000 power amplifier pair ever crafted. With its mighty 700 watt engine connected to any sized loudspeaker, the M700 monoblocks deliver extraordinarily effortless linear headroom that seems to go on forever. Dynamics like you’ve rarely experienced before. Slam, control, toe-tapping pacing, and music’s subterranean depths are effortlessly delivered to any loudspeaker from the most efficient to the most demanding. Revel in rich layers of fine, full detail you might have been missing before Stellar. Marvel at the deep, extraordinary, wall-to-wall soundstage. Control your loudspeakers as never before. Effortless. Lush. Stellar.
Design
The hybrid approach used in the Stellar M700 Power Amplifier takes advantage of the best traits technology has to offer. Its all important input stage relies upon the Analog Cell to provide a zero-loss interface between the preamplifier and DAC, as well as imprint the amp's sonic character. The perfected analog voltage is then converted into the high current output needed to effortlessly drive your loudspeakers.
Application
The M700 is Stellar's best. Rated at 350 watts into 8Ω and 700 watts into 4Ω, a pair of these placed on any loudspeaker brings forth the lush, rich, and soul-satisfying power of two completely independent power blocks with headroom to spare. The listening experience with the M700 starts feet tapping and smiles breaking out. One listen to a hugely loud and complex musical passage effortlessly rendered by the M700 pair and you'll know you made the right choice.
Technology
Overview
Rated at 350 Watts into 8Ω and 700 Watts into 4Ω, the M700 combines the best of two worlds: ultra linear, high-current, Class D technology for the output stage; a discrete, Class A MOSFET based Analog Cell for the all-important input stage. The Stellar M700 captures the rich, full-bodied essence of recorded music and presents it to your loudspeakers with authority and grace, never a hint of glare or unnaturalness. The M700 is faithful to the music like few amplifiers are. Listeners are constantly surprised at the width and depth of the M700's soundstage; its preservation of the smallest details in reverb, room acoustics, and musical overtones; its commanding presence without intrusion; its delicate handling of subtle shadings; its authority as it grabs hold of the loudspeaker and breezes through even the most complex musical passages.
The Analog Cell
Stellar's design imperatives -- affordable pricing and uncompromised sonics -- were major challenges solved by the invention of a unique new circuit christened the AnalogCell. Nothing in the design of a power amplifier is more important than its input stage when preserving music's finest nuances. Knowing full well that the input stage determines sonic character, the AnalogCell has been employed to preserve the rich details found in music. The AnalogCell is the heart of the M700's musicality, where rich overlaid layers of music's inner details are preserved even in the most complex orchestral crescendos. As a proprietary, fully differential, zero feedback, discrete, Class A MOSFET circuit, hand-tuned to capture the smallest micro dynamics without sacrificing the loudest macro dynamics music has to offer, the AnalogCell makes all the difference in preserving music's magic.
Output Stage
The Stellar M700 has a massive power supply and ultra-linear, high-wattage power amplification stage based on a modern Class D ICE module. Class D output stages provide near-perfect linearity, low distortion, and high efficiency. Modern Class D amplifiers, like the type used in Stellar, extend high frequencies to about 50kHz. Human hearing limitations are 20kHz, though most listeners rarely have hearing exceeding half that. Providing excellent frequency extremes, low distortion, high efficiency, high damping factor, and a generous and powerful output of 700 watts into the most common loudspeaker loads of 4Ω, the M700 is nothing short of breathtaking. The massively powerful nature of the M700 works well with any loudspeaker—big or small—providing huge amounts of headroom and effortless sound quality for even the most demanding orchestral crescendos.
Features
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Mono power amplifier pair
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Zero-loss Analog Cell input stage
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Powerful MOSFET balanced output stage
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RCA Single ended input
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XLR “true” balanced input
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350 watts into 8Ω
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700 watts rms into 4Ω
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2Ω stable
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Less than 0.1% thd 20Hz to 20kHz at rated power
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Damping factor 1100 for excellent loudspeaker control
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Front panel standby button
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Efficient operation with very little heat
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Dual, solid copper, plated, output binding posts
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27 pounds
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Input 12 volt trigger
Reviews
Rafe Arnott, AudioStream
August 15, 2018
All PS Audio components I've encountered (or owned) are incredibly well-built and the Stellar line is no exception. They have a weight, look and feel that exudes quality belying their sub-,000 USD total cost and puts me in mind of gear I've reviewed costing double this price point. The PS Audio Stellar 'three-fer' proved itself to sound far more captivating, powerful, lyrical, musical and possess a humanity to its sonic signature in playback of all types of music than I previously thought
Pete Davey, Positive Feedback
August 8, 2018
I was really able to hear the amplifiers' real attributes: astonishing and accurate bass, with sparkling highs that had an almost tube-like sound. How did they accomplish this in such a small footprint for such an amazing price? In the end I believe this is the top of the line in its price range. Nothing comes close—the sheer amount of power and sound quality that comes from these little chassis is nothing but pure engineering magic. Kudos to the PS Audio team for coming up with such a simple
Guy Lemcoe, The Audio Beat
June 22, 2018
I could not fault the sound of the Gain Cell DAC -- its neutrality and honesty were captivating, leading to compelling listening. During my time with it and the pair of M700s, I always felt they had total control over whatever music was thrown at them, in whatever format. From the understated nuance of an unaccompanied lute to the bombast of a symphony orchestra going full tilt, the laid-back drive of dub or the pulse of electronica, I not once felt deprived of any of the music's emotion
Robert Deutsch, Stereophile
June 23, 2018
PS Audio has been on a roll. That roll continues with the Stellar M700 power amplifier. I have had nothing but good experience with PS Audio products; still, with the Stellar M700, my expectations were exceeded. Having little sound of its own, the M700 delivered well-balanced reproduction that was always faithful to the music… the Stellar M700s came ever so close to matching the sound of my high-end reference monoblocks
Roger Kanno, SoundStage!
February 15, 2018
There are many excellent-sounding amplifiers in this price range, but few can put out anywhere near as much power as the Stellar M700, and most of those that do don't sound as refined. PS Audio says that the Stellar M700 is one of the most extraordinary monoblocks ever sold for less than 000/pair. I have to agree. The Stellar M700 is my new favorite entry-level high-end power amplifier
Gary L Beard, Positive Feedback
February 21, 2018
In the Stellar M700, PS Audio has designed excellent sounding mono amps that can be the foundation of a reasonably priced high-end audio system. The analog input section is as expansive and natural sounding as the ICE amp modules are powerful and accurate. The resulting sound is a wonderful balance between expression and precision, allowing the amps to disappear within the audio chain. They clearly take on the signal they are fed, allowing a great front end to weave its audio magic
Greg Voth, Stereo Times
March 12, 2018
I've been putting source material through the rig with the PS Audio Stellar M700's Mono amps for a month and I have been consistently impressed with their musicality and get up and go. These powerful PS Audio Stellar M700 Mono amplifiers are capable of effortlessly driving demanding loudspeaker loads to concert levels. This may be the first higher-priced component I can't live with out... but wait, there's more
Product Specifications
Physical
Unit Weight
13 lbs (5.9 kg) each
Unit Dimensions
17 × 3 × 12 in (13 in deep including connectors)
17 × 6 × 12 in (stacked)
Shipping Weight
16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) each
Shipping Dimensions
22 × 8 × 17 in (each)
Color Options
Black, Silver
Power Requirements
Voltage Options (Factory Set)
Japan
100V
North America
120V
Europe / Asia / Australia / New Zealand
230V
Mains Power Input
IEC C14
Idle Power Consumption
23W
Included Accessories
Power Cord
US (NEMA 5-15P) – All versions
Schuko (CEE 7/7) – 230V version
UK (BS 1363) – 230V version
Connectivity
Audio Inputs
RCA (Unbalanced)
XLR (Balanced)
Speaker Outputs
2 pairs of copper-base, nickel-plated binding posts
DC Trigger Input
3.5mm (5–15VDC)
Warranty
Coverage
3 years parts and labor
Performance
Gain
30.5dB (±0.5dB)
Input Sensitivity
1.6Vrms for rated output
Noise
< -105dB @ 1kHz, 700W
Input Impedance
50kΩ (Unbalanced)
100kΩ (Balanced)
Output Impedance
<0.007Ω @ 50Hz, 2.8Vrms
Damping Factor
1100 into 8Ω
550 into 4Ω
Frequency Response
10Hz–20kHz (±0.5dB)
10Hz–50kHz (+0.1/-3.0dB) into 4Ω
THD & IM
<0.02% @ 1kHz, 1W/4Ω
<0.02% @ 10Hz–20kHz, 1W/4Ω
<0.05% @ 10Hz–50kHz, 1W/4Ω (90kHz bandwidth)
<0.015% @ 1kHz, 87.5W/4Ω
Power Output
350W minimum into 8Ω
700W minimum into 4Ω
Stable into 2Ω for musical transients
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