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Boulder - 2160 - Stereo Amplifier
Boulder - 2160 - Stereo Amplifier
Boulder - 2160 - Stereo Amplifier

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Boulder - 2160 - Stereo Amplifier

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Overview

2160

Brand
Boulder
Category
Power Amplifiers
SKU
B-2160

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Experience the power of evolution in sound with Boulder’s 2160 Stereo Amplifier. Designed to surpass its award-winning predecessor, the 2060, this updated model combines cutting-edge electronics with a subtly stylish aesthetic for a sound and user experience that's truly unparalleled. Boulder has made no compromises, packing in a 600W per channel output, surface-mount design to minimize connection resistance, a stunning non-resonant chassis, thermal stability, and a fully-balanced design from input to output. With all these features draped in an elegant package, the 2160 Stereo Amplifier doesn't just sound better - it feels better, affirming Boulder's unique signature in the world of Hi-Fi audio. Discover today how this Class-A eminent amplifier can redefine your audio experience. Satisfy your ears with the pure, powerful, and pristine sound that the Boulder 2160 Stereo Amplifier promises to deliver.

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Boulder Amplifiers was founded in Boulder, Colorado in 1984 with a single governing principle: that the path to exceptional audio performance is not found in clever circuit shortcuts, but in the relentless elimination of every source of distortion and noise, regardless of cost or complexity. Forty years later, that principle remains unchanged. Boulder builds a small number of amplifiers each year — each one assembled by hand, measured individually, and shipped only when it meets standards that most amplifier designers would consider impossible to achieve in production.

ENGINEERING PHILOSOPHY

A Boulder amplifier is not designed around a price point. It is designed around a performance target, and then priced accordingly. The circuit topologies Boulder employs — including their proprietary 983 gain block, used across the reference product line — are evolved from decades of refinement rather than reinvented each product cycle. The result is electronics of extraordinary stability, vanishingly low distortion, and a sonic character that is best described as the complete absence of character: no warmth added, no edge softened, no signature imposed. Boulder amplifiers reveal what your source material and your speakers are actually doing — and they drive any load, at any listening level, without strain or compromise.

WHY THE AUDIO TAILOR CARRIES BOULDER AMPLIFIERS

We carry Boulder because our most serious clients eventually reach a point where they need amplification thatwill not be the limiting factor in their system — today, or in fifteen years. Boulder is that amplification. It is, in the truest sense, a final purchase.

Introducing the Boulder 2160 - a stunning emblem of advanced sound technology.

This next-level Stereo Amplifier is not just a product but the epitome of our journey of innovation sublimely matching cutting-edge design with supreme quality. We've built upon the recognized excellence of the award-winning 2060 model to create the Boulder 2160, an amplifier that triumphs in both style and substance.

The 2160 is true to its Boulder identity, delivering a gorgeous aesthetic, exhilarating tactile experience, and ground-breaking audio quality that sets a new benchmark in auditory performance. Embodying a class-A Bias operation, this stereo amplifier ensures seamless full-rated output power while minimally impacting heat and power consumption.

Boasting Boulder's most formidable ever continuous stereo output of 600W per channel, its advanced surface mounting and microprocessor circuitry offer undisturbed sound of unmatched clarity, while prioritising user safety. Housed within a striking, non-resonant chassis, meticulously carved from solid blocks of aluminum by Boulder's own CNC machining centers, the 2160 features a dual-stage design that delivers the majority of gain in the first stage - thus maximizing bandwidth and minimizing distortion.

It's purely-balanced design from input to output significantly diminishes distortion and noise, enhancing your sound experience like no other. Experience the timeless elegance, sophisticated design, and breath-taking performance of the Boulder 2160 Stereo Amplifier – truly an emblem of auditory prowess and a milestone in the quest for flawless sound fidelity.

Features of Boulder 2160 Stereo Amplifier

  1. Class-A Bias Operation: Our amplifier operates in Class-A up to its full-rated output power. This control is masterfully executed by an analog circuit that minimizes both heat generation and power consumption.
  2. Powerful Output: Boulder 2160 delivers an unparalleled power of 600W per channel, making it Boulder's most mighty stereo amplifier ever put into continuous production.
  3. Surface-Mount Circuit Board Design: Equipped with a surface-mount design, it lessens connection resistance and lead inductance for incomparable sound clarity.
  4. Solid Chassis: The non-resonant chassis, skillfully carved from solid aluminum blocks with our in-house CNC machining centers, ensures durable sturdiness.
  5. Dual Stage Design: This innovative design makes use of the bulk of gain in the initial stage, maximizing bandwidth while curbing distortion.
  6. Balanced Inputs and Outputs: The fully-balanced design significantly lowers distortion and noise, catering to a serene sound environment.
  7. 12V Trigger Connection: Allows for remote turn-on and seamless use with most surround sound processors and external control systems.
  8. Microprocessor Circuitry: This internal watchdog keeps a vigilant check on protection systems, and the turn-on and turn-off of linked amplifiers.

Benefits of Boulder 2160 Stereo Amplifier

  1. Stellar Sound Performance:By operating in Class-A up to its peak power output, the Boulder 2160 delivers a flawlessly smooth and high-density sound, unparalleled in its class.
  2. Heat and Power Efficient: The analog circuit ensures efficient operation reducing heat output and conserving power.
  3. Unmatched Power: The 600W per channel power output means you can sound-fill even the largest spaces without compromising on audio quality.
  4. Durable and Stylish: Made from solid aluminum, it's not just durable but a sleek addition to any audio equipment collection.
  5. Maximized Bandwidth, Minimized Distortion: The dual-stage design optimizes bandwidth and virtually eliminates distortion, paving the way for an immersive audio experience.
  6. Elimination of Noise: Thanks to a balanced design, enjoy your favorite tracks as they were intended - minus the distracting noise and distortions.
  7. Ease of Use: Connect with most surround sound processors and external control systems effortlessly, and enjoy full, remote control of your Boulder 2160.
  8. Safe and Secure: The microprocessor circuitry supervises and maintains safety controls, enabling automated turn-on and off for linked amplifiers whilst offering a high degree of user safety.
Specifications Details
Peak Power, 8 Ohms 600W
Peak Power, 4 Ohms 1200W
Peak Power, 2 Ohms 2400W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 8 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0008%, 20 kHz: 0.0040%
THD, 4 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0012%, 20 kHz: 0.0065%
THD, 2 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0018%, 20 kHz: 0.0100%
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) 1.5 μV
Magnitude Response 20 to 20 kHz: +0.00, -0.04 dB
Voltage Gain 26 dB
Input Impedance Balanced: 200kΩ, Unbalanced: 100kΩ
Common Mode Rejection (Balanced Only) 60 Hz: 90 dB, 10 kHz: 70 dB
Inputs 3-pin balanced XLR
Output Connectors 2 sets of 6mm / .250-inch wingscrews
Weight Amplifier: 220 lbs. (99.8 kg)
Power Requirements 100, 110-120, 220, 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; 250W nominal, 5000W at maximum output
Amplifier Technology Pure Class A to full rated output

As we close the curtain on the extensive specifications of the Boulder 2160, your quest for ultimate sound clarity converges to a singular point - this unmatched stereo amplifier. The Boulder 2160 is the result of relentless innovation and dedication geared towards achieving unmatched audio performance that befits Australia's #1 Hi-Fi Store. Unsurpassed in design, power, and class, we take pride in offering an elevating sonic experience that effortlessly blend innovation with aesthetics, without ever compromising on user safety. The Boulder 2160 invites you to redefine your auditory journey by imbibing sound with such clarity and precision, it’d be like rediscovering music anew.

Embark on this distinctly Boulder journey by contacting us at The Audio Tailor, your reliable partner for world-class audio equipment. Get in touch with us at +1300 308 711 or shoot us an email at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au. Delivery, installation, or any related queries? We have you covered. The breathtaking Boulder 2160 awaits you, ready to unlock new dimensions in sound.

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Specifications Details
Peak Power, 8 Ohms 600W
Peak Power, 4 Ohms 1200W
Peak Power, 2 Ohms 2400W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 8 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0008%, 20 kHz: 0.0040%
THD, 4 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0012%, 20 kHz: 0.0065%
THD, 2 Ohms, 600W 20 - 2 kHz: 0.0018%, 20 kHz: 0.0100%
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) 1.5 μV
Magnitude Response 20 to 20 kHz: +0.00, -0.04 dB
Voltage Gain 26 dB
Input Impedance Balanced: 200kΩ, Unbalanced: 100kΩ
Common Mode Rejection (Balanced Only) 60 Hz: 90 dB, 10 kHz: 70 dB
Inputs 3-pin balanced XLR
Output Connectors 2 sets of 6mm / .250-inch wingscrews
Weight Amplifier: 220 lbs. (99.8 kg)
Power Requirements 100, 110-120, 220, 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; 250W nominal, 5000W at maximum output
Amplifier Technology Pure Class A to full rated output

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