Chameleon Amplifier

Hill Pro Audio Ltd.; York

  • Jahr
  • 1990 ?
  • Kategorie
  • NF-(Niederfrequenz-) Verstärker oder -Mixer
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 356102

 Technische Daten

  • Anzahl Transistoren
  • Halbleiter vorhanden.
  • Halbleiter
  • Wellenbereiche
  • - ohne
  • Betriebsart / Volt
  • Wechselstromspeisung / 50 or 60 Hz, 120V or 240 Volt
  • Lautsprecher
  • - Dieses Modell benötigt externe(n) Lautsprecher.
  • Belastbarkeit / Leistung
  • 2000 W (sinus/unverzerrt)
  • Material
  • Metallausführung
  • von Radiomuseum.org
  • Modell: Chameleon Amplifier - Hill Pro Audio Ltd.; York
  • Form
  • Diverse Formen, unter Bemerkung beschrieben.
  • Abmessungen (BHT)
  • 19 x 1.75 x 22.4 inch / 483 x 44 x 569 mm
  • Bemerkung
  • The Chameleon Amplifier was a groundbreaking power amplifier introduced in 1990 by Malcolm Hill.

    Renowned for its high power density and compact design, the Chameleon challenged the industry's top performers.  

    Key Features

    • Power output: 1000W RMS per channel into 4 ohms
    • Frequency response: 10 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB
    • Total harmonic distortion: <0.01% at 1 kHz at full power
    • Signal-to-noise ratio: >110 dB unweighted (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
    • Slew rate: >60 V/μs

    Unique Design Elements

    • Dual-mode operation: Can function as either a voltage source or current source amplifier
    • Adaptive slew limiting: Prevents transient intermodulation distortion
    • Soft clipping: Gradually reduces gain to prevent harsh distortion
    • Dynamic bias control: Optimizes efficiency based on signal level

    Advanced Circuitry

    • Output stage: Uses a complementary bipolar transistor design with multiple parallel devices for high current capability
    • Protection systems: Includes DC offset, thermal, short circuit, and clip limiting
    • Input stage: Fully balanced differential amplifier for noise immunity
    • Signal processing: Features subsonic filter and optional high-frequency rolloff

    Construction and Serviceability

    • Modular design: Allows for easy servicing
    • Forced-air cooling: Ensures efficient heat dissipation
    • Toroidal power transformer: Reduces electromagnetic interference
    • Balanced and unbalanced inputs: Offers flexibility for various audio sources

    The Chameleon amplifier's innovative design and advanced features made it a standout product in the professional audio market. Its ability to deliver high power and exceptional audio quality in a compact form factor solidified its reputation as a benchmark for power amplifiers.

  • Nettogewicht
  • 13 kg / 28 lb 10.1 oz (28.634 lb)
  • Literaturnachweis
  • -- Original prospect or advert (Studio Sound, March 1992, Page 96)
  • Autor
  • Modellseite von Gary Cowans angelegt. Siehe bei "Änderungsvorschlag" für weitere Mitarbeit.

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