Alpha

About the Alpha

The Alpha Stereo amplifier by Von Gaylord Audio is a high-end tube amplifier delivering 50 watts per channel in triode mode. It features four 5814A driver tubes and four 6550 output tubes arranged in a dual mono left and right audio section. The amplifier is hand soldered with point-to-point wiring and uses premium Von Gaylord internal wiring and gold plated binding posts to ensure superior signal integrity. It supports load impedances of 4, 8, and 16 ohms and offers a signal-to-noise ratio of 92 dB. The bandwidth ranges from 20 Hz to 20 kHz at 40 watts and extends from 10 Hz to 25 kHz at 1 watt. Input impedance is 500k ohms with a sensitivity of 150 mV (-14 dB). The amplifier operates on 110-120 volts at 50-60 Hz with a power consumption of 300 VA. Its dimensions are 18 inches wide, 9.5 inches high, and 14 inches deep, weighing 55 pounds. The Alpha Stereo amplifier is praised for its smooth, balanced sound with fast, controlled bass and sparkling highs, embodying Von Gaylord Audio's philosophy of delivering dynamics, warmth, transparency, liquidity, lifelike imaging, and musicality.