VZN-220 Rite of Passage Monobloc Amplifier


The Rite of Passage Monobloc amplifiers are indeed passage into a higher realm of audio performance. Harmonic thunder in a bottle, these amps deliver the musical goods unlike any other large amplifier. Unconstrained dynamically the Rites allow music to emerge with uncommon grace, speed, control and finesse. The Rites are designed to function in large scale systems and couple with even the most demmanding loudspeaker to yield truly "great" realization of any musical program. If your system and room are capable of this level of performance, these amplifiers are the stuff of legends. Beginning with a Golden Ear award from the Absolute Sound in Dec. 2001-Jan. 2002, and still being discussed, the Rites are to receive a full review in an upcoming issue of The Absolute Sound.
Rites are available in standard construction or music wood with automotive finish.

Specifications Per Channel

Tubes 12 - 6C33CB's Triode (Output)
2 - 6350's Dual Triode (Driver)
1 - 12AX7's Dual Triode
2 - 6DJ8's
(Differential Mu Stage)
Power Supplies 2 - Regulated Filament Supplies
1 - Regulated Driver B+ Supply
1 - Driver Negative Supply
2 - Floating Driver Bias Supplies
2 - Floating Driver B+ Supplies
1 - Driver Filament Supply
1 - Floating Meter Supply
Power Output 220 watts Class A into 8 Ohms
150  watts Class A into 4 Ohms
Output Stage Single-ended asymmetrical Class A
Power Requirement 800 watts per monoblock
Weight 85 lbs. each
Dimensions Width - 19 inches
Height - 9 inches
Depth - 21.5 inches
Color Our OTL amplifiers are available in many colors
- the most popular choices so far are Forest Green and Wineberry.

Musicwood is available on special order.

Due to our policy of continuous product improvement,
specifications may change without notice.

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