About the V 80 SE
The Octave Audio V 80 SE is the flagship integrated tube amplifier in Octave's lineup, designed with a completely new amplifier architecture optimized for KT150 and KT120 tubes. It delivers 120 watts per channel continuous power and 150 watts peak into 4 ohms, providing excellent control over a wide range of loudspeakers. The amplifier features a new driver stage, upgraded output transformers, a sophisticated power transformer, and a new feedback loop for absolute stability. It supports multiple inputs including 5 line-level RCA inputs, 1 XLR input, and an optional MM or MC phono board. The V 80 SE includes a high-grade discrete headphone amplifier with very low distortion, a Home Theater Bypass circuit for multichannel integration, and an innovative Ecomode power-saving circuit. It also offers advanced power management and protection systems, including soft-start electronics to extend tube life. The bias of the tubes can be easily adjusted via a front panel control, allowing for experimentation with different tube types. The amplifier is available in aluminum silver or black finishes and weighs 23 kg. It is built with high-quality components such as EPCOS electrolytic capacitors and German-made switches and binding posts, hand-assembled in Germany. The V 80 SE is praised for its natural and warm midrange, detailed high frequencies, and dynamic, effortless sound performance, making it suitable for demanding audiophiles and various loudspeaker types.
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