Solitaire

About the Solitaire

The Metaxas Solitaire is a 150WRMS stereo integrated amplifier designed and handcrafted by Kostas Metaxas. It features a dual-mono ultra high-speed power amplifier design sharing a large 1600 WATT laminated transformer, delivering over 150 watts per channel from DC to well over 500kHz with absolute stability. The amplifier is machined from a solid block of aircraft aluminum, copper, or titanium, embodying a sculptural and organic design inspired by sports cars and modern architecture. It uses custom driver and power transistors, individually batch selected and matched, with a triple Darlington output stage and a unique two-stage capacity multiplier power supply for superior speed and sound quality. The amplifier has a frequency response from DC to 5MHz (-3dB), a damping factor greater than 500, slew rate over 1000V/µs, and total harmonic distortion less than 0.05%. It is designed for extremely realistic playback, reproducing all nuances and emotions of musical performances. The modular electronics allow for future upgrades, and the entire unit is hand-assembled with military-spec components and CNC machined panels. The Solitaire weighs about 70 pounds and is noted for its combination of high performance and striking aesthetic form.