Chord Ultima 3 - 480W Mono Power Amplifier Pair

Our flagship ULTIMA amplifier topology has been integrated into a new mono power amplifier as part of our ongoing 30th-anniversary celebrations, introducing ULTIMA 3.

The new ULTIMA amplifier topology (which to date has been exclusive to the range-topping ULTIMA power amp), is now more affordable than ever before having trickled down into the new ULTIMA 3 mono power amp, which is every bit a Chord Electronics thoroughbred and shares the same winning formula as its range-topping cousin.

The new 480-watt ULTIMA 3 replaces the SPM 1400 MKII and sits in the Full Size range. The amp has been given a remodeled fascia featuring John Franks’ latest design. The precision CNC-machined fascia is made from aircraft-grade aluminum and features a reassuringly solid 28-mm thick front panel, enhanced by a recessed spherical polycarbonate power button that illuminates for standby and operation modes; a discreet and hidden front panel switch neatly located in the vertical split line, enables the lighting to be dimmed.

Like all of Chord Electronics’ full-size and Reference range amplifiers, the new ULTIMA 3 is available in a choice of Jett Black or Argent Silver finishes. The amplifier can also be specified with either the famous stackable Integra Leg system in Jett Black, Argent Silver or Nickel finishes or the highly polished black acrylic side block option. The amplifier’s rear panel contains both balanced and unbalanced connections, high-quality loudspeaker terminals, a 12V trigger and a C-19-type IEC.

Inputs:
1x Balanced XLR Inverted Input
1x Balanced XLR Non-inverted Input
1x Gold Plated Unbalanced RCA Inverted Input
1x Gold Plated Unbalanced RCA Non-inverted Input
1x 12v Trigger Input – Chord Electronics Auto Start

Output:
2x Pair of High Quality, High Current, Gold Plated Type Speaker Terminals (Bi-Wireable)

KEY FEATURES
Class AB Sliding Bias
Dual feed-forward error correction
HF Switch Mode Power Supply
Proprietary Chord MOSFETs
Fully Balanced Circuitry
Convection Coded
Balanced XLR Inverted Input
Balanced XLR Non-inverted Input
Unbalanced RCA Inverted Input
Unbalanced RCA Non-inverted Input
Included Top Light Ring
Dimmable Feature Lighting
12v Trigger On/Off Input/Output
Solid Aluminum Chassis

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Ultima 3 QuickStart Guide
Safety Instructions
15A Mains IEC cable

Output Power: 480w RMS per channel into 8Ω
Power consumption: Full power – 2500 W, Standby – 10 W
THD: 0.005%
Frequency Response: -1dB @ 0.2Hz to 46kHz and -3dB 0.1Hz to 200kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio: Better than -84dB
Input Impedance: 100kΩ Unbalanced/Balanced
Output Impedance: 0.04Ω
Gain: 30dB
Dimensions with included Integra Legs: 18cm (H) x 48cm (W) x 36cm (D)
Dimensions with optional Side Blocks: 15cm (H) x 42cm (W) x 36cm (D)
Weight: 22.4kG