Nagra is set to elevate the listening experience with the introduction of its latest powerhouse—the Reference AMP. With a storied history that spans nearly 75 years, Nagra’s unwavering commitment to research and development has led to groundbreaking innovations that continuously redefine sonic standards.
The Reference AMP, part of Nagra’s prestigious Reference line, draws inspiration from the acclaimed HD AMP, a product successfully launched a decade ago. Nagra’s legacy of excellence is reflected in every facet of its design and performance, cultivated through decades of rigorous R&D complemented by exhaustive listening tests that ensure scientific advancements translate to transformative audio experiences.
Precision engineering meets performance
What sets the Reference AMP apart is not just its extraordinary specifications, but the meticulous engineering that underpins its development. The Reference AMP features a newly designed power supply that is 25% larger than that of the HD AMP, ensuring enhanced power delivery and reliability. This robust supply, coupled with uprated 2000 VA transformers encased in epoxy potting, underlines Nagra’s commitment to quality and performance.
The amplifier has been crafted to excel in diverse musical contexts, offering the delicate touch needed for the subtleties of chamber music while also possessing the power to capture the explosive dynamics of a large orchestral performance or the driving energy of contemporary electronic compositions.
A symphony of technical advancements
The Reference AMP includes several mechanical and electronic improvements that amplify its sonic proficiency. Among these innovations is an adjustable resonance decoupling system equipped with phenolic and pure copper feet that manage vibrations and enhance clarity. A redesigned input circuit facilitates incredibly low output impedance, ensuring strong performance across a variety of audio setups.
A notable increase in the class A range of operation further optimizes audio fidelity, while the internal three-stage mechanical damping system effectively silences unwanted vibrations. The new WBT Next-Gen speaker posts and filtered output coil for high frequencies reflect Nagra’s attention to every detail, providing a cleaner and more nuanced sound.
Enhanced aesthetics and user experience
Aesthetically, the Reference AMP is designed to resonate with the refined tastes of audiophiles. The casework embodies the hallmark Nagra chamfering, and a distinctive REF medallion on the front panel signifies its place within the prestigious Reference family of products. This unity of form and function creates an audio component that is as visually appealing as it is sonically superior.
Reference Amp features
- New uprated 2000 VA transformers, isolated in an epoxy potting
- New adjustable resonance decoupling feet, featuring phenolic and pure copper
- New input circuit, with super low output impedance to drive the amplifier circuit
- Increased class A range of operation
- New inner line and speaker cables, selected for sonics and sourced from a highly regarded high-end manufacturer
- Internal three-stage mechanical damping to silence deleterious vibrations of key parts
- New WBT Next-Gen speaker posts
- New output coil to filter HF
- Aesthetic casework changes to match the Ref line design, including hallmark Nagra chamfering
- REF medallion on the front panel as part of the Reference family of products
