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Audio Analogue New Bellini Preamaplifer and Donizetti Cento Power Amplifier (9/11/2005)

A new pre & power combination of style and performance

Bellini Preamaplifer

Sitting at the top end of the renowned Composers Series from Audio Analogue is the remarkable new version of the Bellini preamplifier that provides a quantum leap for the technical design of the range. Apart from for its elegant styling and value for money, this latest version bears little resemblance to the previous Bellini models. The main difference in the new Bellini is the inclusion of an off-line Virtual Battery power supply. This is an advanced version of the one found in the Aria phono preamplifier and ensures no interaction with any mains disturbance that could effect the delicate circuit. It also features a bypass mode (switchable via the remoteÕs setup option) which enables the Bellini to work as part of an external multichannel system. Complete with mm/mc phono capability, the new Bellini is an extraordinarily refined sounding and advanced designed preamp for the most discerning listeners who require high performance at a more affordable price point.

Main features of the Bellini:

¥ Off-line Virtual Battery power supply ¥ Switchable line or phono input (mm/mc) ¥ Balanced XLR inputs/outputs ¥ Bypass system for multichannel integration ¥ Very high quality audiophile components ¥ Stylish, high quality remote control unit

Donizetti Power Amplifier

The top of the range stereo power amplifier in the Composers Series, the new Donizetti Cento is a newly designed version of its popular predecessor. The Donizetti Cento - as its name suggests (ÔcentoÕ being Italian for Ô100Õ) - offers 100 watts of power per channel in a dual mono configuration. With a separate power transformer for each channel the amp is clean sounding and powerful, with excellent detail and grip which will drive any difficult loudspeaker load. A crucial factor in the sound quality of the Donizetti is the advanced circuit topology and the selection of high quality audiophile components used Ð even the start-up delay circuit is made with high quality discrete components. A trigger input on the rear panel allows for the unitÕs operation and switch-off using the connected preamplifier as an alternative to the usual mains switch on the front panel. Also a trigger output allows other connected equipment to be controlled by the Donizetti. Inputs are switchable balanced XLR and PCA phono. These features all contribute to make the Donizetti Cento both highly flexible, easy-to- use and a value for money audiophile product.

Main features of the Donizetti Cento:

¥ 100 watts per channel ¥ Dual mono design Ð separate transformers for each channel ¥ Advanced circuit topology ¥ Very high quality audiophile components ¥ Switchable balanced XLR and RCA phono inputs

Retail prices:

Audio Analogue Bellini preamplifier £1,795
Audio Analogue Donizetti Cento power amplifier £1,550

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