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Better Sound
Started in 1997, the original Burson Opamp was developed as a DIY tweak project to improve the output stage of any commercial CD player. It was introduced as a commercial upgrade module in 2005. Since then, the Burson Opamp has been successfully implemented into entry level CD players and commercial recording studios alike. The original Burson Opamp is recognised as the best audio opamp on the market.
Three years on, through our own growth, the invaluable feedback from industrial partners, and the forging of partnerships with world leading component manufacturers, we have raised the bar once again. The new Burson opamp is more stable, more refined and most importantly, better performing.
The new Burson opamp technology is now implemented into our P160 series of amplifiers. |
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Cleaner Power
The original Burson Regulator was introduced back in 2003 as one of the key component of the 100 series. It processed some of the most desirable quality: low noise, quick transient responds, fast recovery and etc. These are qualities you won’t find in your standard IC base regulator.
In 2009 as the result of our ongoing research and development a new design of Burson regulator is now released. Our new regulator has further improved on its predecessor with even better noise rejection and higher output which make it another instant classic! |
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More Power
Experienced audiophiles will understand the importance of a high performance power transformer. However, audio graded transformers are not cheap and difficult to obtain. Our new transformer is custom built to our specifications. Our 380W transformer has less than 3.5W core loss. It outperforms most standard transformers on the market.
Equipped with our new transformer, the PI-160 operates with higher efficiency. It runs cooler, and has a better transient response during those dramatic passages that demand so much power. |
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Tougher & better feel
The new 6mm case is constructed from high precision machined aluminium and reinforced by laser trimmed stainless connector. This allows the P160 series amplifier to achieve a very high mechanical damping factor that is impossible for lesser type of construction. So, you don’t need to spend your money on those voodoo feets that may or may not work more you.
Our new enclosure reduced any microphone effective that may degrade the clarity of sonic performance. As an added bonus you can now also enjoy jewelled like refinement for years to come. |
 One of the design goals of the PP-160, was to cross the boundaries between tube and solidstate amplifiers. So, we felt it would be a fitting audition for the PP-160, to use Jazz giant Stanley Turrentine, who also played it on his own terms, and often crossed musical boundaries, even in the face of criticism.
Stanley Turrentine believed that there were three things worthwhile conveying in music; sound, feelings and emotions. Listening to him through a SE Class-A EL34 and the PP-160, we were completely content, that those harsh requirements were satisfied.
Our audition room turned into the smoke filled, liquor soaked, dimly lit Blue Note of 1961, and Stanley was there jamming with Oscar Peterson, Max Roach and the other greats. The adventurous spirit of the Sugar Man filled the room.
Features |
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Inputs |
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RCA input 1 pair |
Line level input |
Speaker Binding post 1 pair |
5-25W |
Outputs |
85W @ 8 160W @ 4 |
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Specifications |
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THD (20Hz - 20kHz @ 8 ohm) |
0.01% |
Input Sensitivity/Impeance |
240mV/20k |
Frequency Response |
10Hz - 120kHz (+/- 3dB) |
S/N Ratio (RCA input) |
96dB (CD, Line) |
Number of Channels |
2 |
Output Power/Channel (20Hz - 20kHz) |
85W @ 8 160W @ 4 |
Custom build low noise transformer |
2 X Custom build Toroidal |
Colour |
Silver |
Operation |
Class AB |
Power Requirement |
AC 220 / 240 V 50 / 60Hz |
Power Consumption |
300W Peak |
Dimensions W x H x D (mm) |
430 X 100 X 360 |
Weight (Kg) (completed with transformers) |
15kg |
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