{"product_id":"gryphon-apex-mono-power-amplifier","title":"Gryphon Apex Mono Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pinnacle of High-End Amplification | Available at Trimira Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGryphon Apex Solo Mono Power Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e is the monoblock expression of Gryphon's flagship Apex amplification platform, designed for uncompromising reference two-channel systems where maximum current delivery, dynamic authority, and loudspeaker control are paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating in \u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A with zero global negative feedback\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Apex Solo employs a parallel monoblock architecture, with two amplifier stages operating in parallel within each dedicated chassis. This architecture is designed to increase current capability and reduce output impedance while maintaining the sonic characteristics of Gryphon's flagship Class A design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA matched pair is specified to deliver \u003cstrong\u003e225 W into 8 Ω, 450 W into 4 Ω, 900 W into 2 Ω, and 1,800 W into 1 Ω per channel\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eTrimira Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend the Apex Solo Mono for the most demanding reference loudspeakers and installations where amplifier scale, current delivery, and system control are uncompromising priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Technological Innovations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParallel Monoblock Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Apex Solo incorporates \u003cstrong\u003etwo complete amplifier stages operating in parallel\u003c\/strong\u003e within its dedicated chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe architecture is designed to increase available current while reducing output impedance, providing exceptional control over demanding loudspeaker loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a conventional bridged configuration, the parallel approach is intended to retain the amplifier's current-delivery characteristics while increasing output capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Solo operates in \u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides substantial power across progressively lower impedances:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e225 W @ 8 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e450 W @ 4 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e900 W @ 2 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,800 W @ 1 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the amplifier particularly suited to reference loudspeakers with challenging impedance characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,080,000 µF Total Energy Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA matched stereo pair incorporates a remarkable \u003cstrong\u003e2,080,000 µF total power-supply reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e, equivalent to more than two farads of capacitance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial energy-storage capacity is designed to provide significant power reserves during demanding transient events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e128 High-Current Bipolar Output Transistors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the stereo pair, the Apex Solo system incorporates \u003cstrong\u003e128 high-current bipolar output devices\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extensive parallel output architecture is designed to provide substantial instantaneous current capability while maintaining control over low-impedance loudspeaker loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 2,000 VA Transformer Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pair of Apex Solo monoblocks incorporates \u003cstrong\u003efour custom 2,000 VA toroidal transformers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe transformers are housed in shielded, mechanically decoupled structures designed to minimise magnetic interaction, mechanical vibration, and unwanted mains-related interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Bias Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Solo incorporates Gryphon's \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Bias\u003c\/strong\u003e system, with selectable Low, Mid, and High manual bias settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen connected to compatible Gryphon preamplification, the Green Bias link can provide automated bias management according to system operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eApex Solo Mono — Per Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Class A Parallel Monoblock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e225 W @ 8 Ω \/ 450 W @ 4 Ω \/ 900 W @ 2 Ω \/ 1,800 W @ 1 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlobal Negative Feedback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response (-3 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 Hz–330 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+31.0 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; −86 dBV, A-weighted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD + N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.02% @ 50 W \/ 8 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kΩ Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0075 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 High-Current Bipolar Transistors per Stereo 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