The Tandberg TPA 3016 A is a high-performance power amplifier designed for audiophiles who demand uncompromising sound quality. This amplifier delivers an impressive 220 watts per channel into 8-ohm loads and 400 watts per channel into 4 ohms, covering a frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with a distortion level of no more than 0.05%. It features a dual-mono configuration, with two separate mono amplifiers using eight MOSFET transistors each. It boasts a pulse-power capability of 2,500 watts into a 0.5-ohm load and a current capacity of up to 100 amperes during short bursts. The construction emphasizes high-quality components, utilizing polypropylene capacitors, metal-film resistors, and discrete transistors to achieve superior sound performance. The design incorporates a unique 'feedforward' approach to distortion correction, eliminating the need for conventional negative feedback. Despite its powerful capabilities, the TPA 3016 A manages to maintain a noise level of -94 dB A-weighted. The build quality is also notable, featuring heavy circuit boards with copper ground-plane layers to minimize noise and distortion. The amplifier measures 17-1/8 inches in width, 8-3/4 inches in height, and 13-3/4 inches in depth, with a hefty weight of 62 pounds, reflecting its robust design and component choices. Ventilation is considered with a temperature-controlled fan that operates only under high load conditions.
