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Musical Fidelity A5cr Power Amplifier Excellent working condition complete with manual. I've thrown some big tough to drive speakers at this and it handled them well, a great amp for the money. Check out my other listings for the complete A5 Stack. Specifications: Output : Power 255 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms (24dBW), 416 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms Voltage, RMS : 45.2 Volts 20Hz to 20kHz Voltage, Peak-to-peak : 118.8 Volts Current peak-to-peak Damping factor : 200 Amps Output devices per channel : 8 Total harmonic distortion + noise: < 0.01% 20Hz to 20kHz Signal / noise ratio: < 109
Ambitious ask. At AUD 2,300, it sits above the recent comparable median of AUD 1,816 and even above the 75th percentile of AUD 2,052, so this is not a cheap buy by current AUD listing standards. It may still be justified if the condition is genuinely excellent and the package is unusually complete, but on price alone it’s asking a premium.
That said, this is a respected Musical Fidelity piece and these models are often bought for their sturdy build, smooth presentation, and serious current delivery, which can make them a very satisfying step-up if you want something musical rather than flashy. If it’s been cared for, with no channel imbalance, scratchy controls, or heat-related issues, the upside is a clean, ready-to-use unit from a well-liked brand—but at this price I’d want proof of recent servicing and originality.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.
The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.
Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.
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