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CHORD ELECTRONICS
ULTIMA 3
Amplification
Introduced as part of Chord Electronics’ 30th-anniversary celebrations, ULTIMA 3 brings the topology of the flagship ULTIMA amplifier to a 480-watt monoblock design. Replacing the SPM 1400 MKII in the Full Size range, it combines fully balanced circuitry with proprietary Chord MOSFETs, Class AB sliding bias and a high-frequency switch-mode power supply. Redesigned to John Franks’ latest aesthetic, ULTIMA 3 features a precision CNC-machined aluminium fascia with a substantial 28 mm-thick front panel. A spherical polycarbonate power button illuminates to indicate standby and operation, while dimmable feature lighting and an included top light ring complement the solid aluminium chassis. Cooling is by convection. Available in Jett Black or Argent Silver, ULTIMA 3 provides balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA connections, with both inverted and non-inverted inputs. High-quality loudspeaker terminals support bi-wiring, while a 12 V trigger input and C19-type IEC mains connection complete the rear panel.
€13,210
Preview collection · Availability to be confirmed
Power AmpMonoblockSolid StateClass ABBalanced
THE DETAILS THAT MATTER
Technical specifications
Chord Electronics · ULTIMA 3
| Inputs | 1 × balanced XLR inverted; 1 × balanced XLR non-inverted; 1 × gold-plated unbalanced RCA inverted; 1 × gold-plated unbalanced RCA non-inverted |
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| Weight | 22.4 kg |
| Cooling | Convection |
| Power Output | 480 W RMS into 8 Ω at 0.05% distortion |
| Unit of Sale | Single amplifier |
| Trigger Input | 12 V, Chord Electronics Auto Start |
| Amplifier Type | Mono power amplifier |
| Amplifier Class | Class AB sliding bias |
| Input Impedance | 100 kΩ (unbalanced and balanced) |
| Speaker Outputs | 2 pairs of high-current, gold-plated speaker terminals (bi-wireable) |
| Output Impedance | 0.04 Ω |
| Power Connection | C19-type IEC |
| Channel Separation | Better than 90 dB |
| Frequency Response | 0.2 Hz–46 kHz (-1 dB); 0.1 Hz–200 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Front Panel Thickness | 28 mm |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Better than -84 dB |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 18 × 48 × 36 cm with Integra feet; 15 × 42 × 36 cm with optional side blocks |
| Power / Amplification Requirements | 480 W RMS into 8 Ω at 0.05% distortion · Mono power amplifier |
| Condition Grade | Brand New · Factory sealed |
| Warranty Terms | Full manufacturer warranty · duration to be confirmed |
