AUDIO ANALOGUE ABSOLUTE PA MONO 500W POWER AMPLIFIER LAUNCHED
High End Italian HiFi brand, Audio Analogue, has introduced the Audio Analogue ABsolute PA Mono, a Class AB monophonic power amplifier rated at 500 watts into 8Ω.
Designed within the ABsolute line developed by Airtech, it is built to partner with demanding loudspeakers and aims to deliver high power and stable performance.
AUDIO ANALOGUE ABSOLUTE PA MONO AMPLIFIER
The Audio Analogue ABsolute PA Mono Amplifier uses a fully balanced, discrete topology and operates without global feedback. The unit is engineered to combine output authority with low distortion, and is built around a substantial amplifier stage incorporating multiple output transistors.
CLASS AB POWER AND PERFORMANCE
Rated output is 500W at 8Ω, 800W at 4Ω and 1400W at 2Ω. Signal-to-noise ratio is quoted at 118dB (ref. 500W), with distortion figures below 0.1% from 1W to 500W into 8Ω and across the 20Hz–20kHz range. The amplifier also features a damping factor of 45 and a frequency response reaching 200kHz (-3dB).
CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS
Audio Analogue states that the ABsolute PA Mono uses high-grade components, including oversized resistors and audio capacitors. The chassis follows the brand’s minimalist design approach, with a focus on high structural rigidity and heavyweight build. The amplifier weighs 50kg and measures 270mm x 483mm x 445mm (HxWxD).
CONNECTIVITY AND LAYOUT
The rear panel provides a single balanced XLR input and speaker terminals, alongside a 12V trigger input and mains connection. A standby switch and LED indicator are situated on the front panel.
POWER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION
Standby power consumption is rated at under 0.5W at 230VAC. The unit includes automated protection monitoring, with fault conditions indicated by LED flashes.
Audio Analogue advises generous ventilation, noting that the amplifier can generate significant heat. The company recommends 30cm clearance around the unit for airflow and stability.
AUDIO ANALOGUE ABSOLUTE PA MONO AMPLIFIER SPECS
Number of channels 1
XLR inputs 1
Output power on 8Ω load 500W class AB
Output power on 4Ω load 800W class AB
Output power on 2Ω load 1400W class AB
Input impedance 44 kΩ
Noise referred to input A Weighted 4.1 µVrms
Damping factor @ 8Ω 45
Signal/noise ratio (SNR) referred to 500 W 118.0 dB
Distortion from 1 W to 500 W @ 8Ω < 0.1%
Distortion from 20 Hz to 20 kHz < 0.1%
Output noise 20 Hz-80 kHz 170 µVrms
Output noise 20 Hz-22 kHz 135 µVrms
Output noise A Weighted 80 µVrms
Gain (balanced input to output) 19.5 V/V 25.80 dB
Rise time 1.75 us
Fall time 1.75 us
Stand-by power consumption 230 VAC <0.5 W
Dimensions HxWxD 270x483x445mm
Weight 50kg
AUDIO ANALOGUE ABSOLUTE PA MONO PRICE
45,000€
HiFi PiG Says: We love the design and sound of Audio Analogue’s amplifiers, read our review of their Maestro 2 integrated here.
