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About the 159

The Burmester 159 Mono Power Amplifier is the pinnacle of Burmester's power amplifier development, uniting traditional virtues with state-of-the-art analogue technology after 7 years of research. As the most powerful amplifier in the company's history, it features a fully symmetrical design, generous power supply for highest output performance, and stability across all loads from 1 Ω. Handmade with over 100 hours of production time per unit, including manual circuit board assembly and final listening tests, it ensures uncompromising quality. Key innovations include an adjustable damping factor in 23 steps for speaker optimization, real-time analogue computer monitoring for transistor protection, and rapid thermal stabilization without prolonged warm-up. Visually striking with contemporary design cues from Burmester's portfolio, it includes a sliding top panel for controls and display. Sold as monoblocs (pair recommended), it originates from German manufacturers with custom components.[1][4][7][10]