New tube integrated amplifier of the Italian company Synthesis.

Design features:

– USB input, optical and coaxial inputs (AKM DAC, up to 24 bit / 192 kHz).

– Phono input for MM recorders.

– A wide-frequency output transformer, custom-made specifically for Soprano amplifiers.

– Rigid metal chassis to protect the circuit from vibrations.

– Gold-plated screw connectors.

– Ceramic terminals of increased reliability.

– Selected components of the audiophile class.

- pairwise selection of lamps is carried out after a two-stage warm-up using a computer program.

The company claims that the Soprano is capable of meeting the expectations of the most demanding audiophile.

EL84 / 6BQ5 lamps are used in the amplifier. Special attention should be paid to the built-in Soprano TAP on the AKM chip, which allows you to connect digital sources via USB, coaxial or optical inputs with a resolution of up to 24 bits / 192 kHz.

On board the new amplifier there is also a Phono-input for LP-players with cartridges of the MM type.

Among other things, the manufacturer focuses on a high-quality output transformer created specifically for the Soprano, which allows for the most accurate reproduction of music.

The distortion of the amplifier is 1% at a frequency of 1 kHz at maximum power. The signal/noise ratio is 90 dB.

Technical characteristics of SYNTHESIS SOPRANO

– lamps: a selected pair of EL84 / 6BQ5

– Input resistance: 100Kom

– Input sensitivity: 100 mV RMS for rated power

– Configuration: Push-Pull Ultra Linear

– Output power: 12 W RMS at 6 Ohms (Class A) in the frequency range of 15 Hz – 50 kHz (- 3.0 dB)

– Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (- 0.5 dB)

– distortion: 1% @ 1kHz at maximum power (12W)

– Signal to noise ratio:> 90 dB

– Analog inputs: 1 line RCA, 1 Phono MM RCA (47Kohm)

– Digital inputs: 1 SPDIF coaxial, 1 Toslink optical, 1 USB “B” type Windows / Mac / iOs / Android compatible

– Maximum resolution: 24 bit 192 kHz

– Remote control

– Power supply: 230VAC 50Hz -120VAC 60Hz

– Dimensions: (w, d, h) 310 x 295 x 150 mm

– Weight: 10.0 kg

The sound of the Synthesis Soprano is warm and rich, which fully meets the expectations that most of us have in relation to tube amplifiers. The stage is well drawn, and the deep bass gives it depth. But at the same time, the sound is detailed and transparent, which makes it easy to perceive any music. The amplifier is comfortable for listening. At the same time, the mid-frequency range plays a leading role, it is rich and saturated. This provides excellent transmission of vocals as well as acoustic instruments. At the same time, the bass is very well coordinated with the middle frequencies and does not overlap them even on the most energetic compositions.

The Synthesis Soprano is an excellent proposition for those looking for an affordable tube amplifier. The amplifier has a wide range of inputs, including for digital sources. And as an additional "bonus" - an input for a vinyl disc player.