Western Electric – 91E Amplifier
From:£14,999.00
What HFL Thinks.
Western Electric 91-E – Introducing Western Electrics flagship integrated amplifier. The 91E is the latest advancement in single-ended sound, energized by its famous predecessor the WE 91A. At double the power, you’ve never heard the 300B express itself like this before. A new level of performance has been achieved with a completely new approach to SE amplifier design. The 91E’s circuitry intelligently steers the parallel feed constant current source (SCCS), allowing the tubes to deliver more than double their previously rated output of 7-8 watts so if you would like to hear your music like never before please feel free to come in to HFL to give the WE 91E a listen, it really is a very special amp.
Prices :-
- £14,999 for Black or Champagne
- £15,999 for Nickel
- £999 – Alternative Transformer Block for 4 or 16 ohm options.
- £699 for Single 300B valve of £1499 for a matched pair.
Features
The Western Electric Type 91E is a Class A, single-ended (SE), integrated amplifier for high-fidelity audio reproduction.
The 91E was made for the Western Electric 300B to provide end users the highest possible performance and quality.
In the box
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91E Integrated Amplifier
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Remote control
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Pin-Straightener (9-pin)
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2x 300B Electron Tubes (Power)
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2x ECC81 Electron Tubes (Pre-amplifier, pre-installed)
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8 Ω Output Transformer Block (pre-installed)
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Power Cord
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Spanner tool (for removal and/or replacement of 300B’s)
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BT antenna
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End User Guide
- Steered Current Source Technology (SCS)
Experience double the traditional output power with advanced, single-ended (SE) circuit design. This new level of performance is reached by using a fully linear, steered current source (US Patent 10256776) controlled exclusively by the tube’s output voltage. The excess of common large output transformers and associated hysteresis is eliminated, and as a result, lush detail in the midrange and masterfully articulated upper and lower frequencies are revealed. - Stepped Logarithmic Attenuator
A stepped logarithmic attenuator is used to mimic the response of human hearing. The attenuator consists of only discrete resistors in a ladder configuration that are switched in and out of circuit to produce a logarithmic attenuation of the output signal. - Interchangeable Transformer Block
The standard 8-ohm transformer block can be interchanged with the optional 4-ohm or 16-ohm version. This feature is unique to the 91E Integrated Amplifier and allows users to match speaker impedance for improved fidelity. Single impedance transformers maintain lower winding capacitance normally vitiated with multiple tap transformers. - LCD Display
A bright and easy to read color display shows the selected input, attenuator level, and VU meter. The display also shows settings which can be adjusted by the included remote control. The display is dimmable. - Remote Control
The included infrared remote control allows for quick adjustment of amplifier settings such as input levels, balance, and display dimming. - Six Audio Inputs
Up to six (6) source devices can be connected during amplifier operation. - Auto-Bias
Microprocessors automatically bias the 300B tube pair each time the amplifier is powered on. No manual adjustment is necessary. - BT Compatibility
BT compatible audio input is available for wireless convenience. - Software & Firmware Updates via Ethernet Connection and USB
Specifications
Weight 49lbs / 22.2 kg
Dimensions 18.9 x 15 x 11.1” / 48 x 38 x 28cm
Chassis Machined Aluminum
Colors Nickel, Champagne, Black
Operating Voltage 100V / 115V / 230V / 50-60Hz
Power Consumption (Operation / Standby) 160W / 0.3W
Mains Fuse 2A slow-blow
Electron Tube Complement One Matched Pair Western Electric 300B, 2x ECC81
Phono MM Sensitivity (10W / 4Ω) 0.75mV
Phono MC Sensitivity (10W / 4Ω) 70μV
CD Sensitivity (10W / 4Ω)0.27V
CD Input Impedance 20 kOhms
Phono MM Input Impedance 47 kOhms | | 100 pF
Phono MC Input Impedance 1000 kOhms
SNR MM (10W / 4Ω, input 5mV) 83 dB(A)
SNR MC (10W / 4Ω, input 0.5mV) 73 dB(A)
SNR CD (10W / 4Ω, input 0.5V) 101 dB(A)
CD Frequency Response 15 Hz – 32 kHz (-3 dB)
Phono Frequency Response 30 Hz – 20 kHz (RIAA within +/- 0.5 dB)
Output Power / 4 Ω / THD 10% 2 x 20 watts
Output Power / 4 Ω / THD 5% 2 x 16 watts
Output Power / 4 Ω / THD 3% 2 x 14 watts
Output Power / 8 Ω / THD 10% 2 x 20 watts
Output Power / 8 Ω / THD 5% 2 x 16 watts
Output Power / 8 Ω / THD 3%2 x 14 watts
BT Standard v4.2
BT Codecs BC, MP3, AAC, Fastream, APTX
BT Sample Rate (adaptive) Up to 96kHz / 16-bit
BT frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz
BT SNR 96dB