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SOtM sPA-1000 Stereo Power Amplifier - As Traded

Condition: Used. Very good, some chips on front edge (see photos)

Includes: Original packaging, Power Cable

SN: MP01032

Includes 3 month (90 day) warranty 

Overview

The SOtM sPA-1000 power amplifier redefines the expectations of Class D amplification with its cutting-edge engineering and proprietary technology. While digital amplifiers have often been dismissed by audiophiles as lacking the refinement of traditional designs, the sPA-1000 challenges this perception with a unique, in-house developed Class D module. Unlike conventional models that rely on mass-produced modules, this amplifier offers superior performance, setting a new standard for digital amplification.

Innovative Power Stabilization for Natural Sound

One of the sPA-1000’s key innovations is its power stabilization technology, which eliminates the power pumping phenomenon caused by electromotive force during speaker operation. This advanced power circuit ensures a more stable voltage, allowing for a remarkably natural sound reproduction with enhanced detail and precision. The result is a finely balanced audio experience, delivering exceptional clarity across the low, mid, and high frequencies.

Fully Balanced Circuitry for Pristine Audio

From input to output, the sPA-1000 features a fully balanced circuit design, effectively minimizing internal and external noise. This meticulous engineering ensures a purer signal path, enhancing the amplifier’s ability to convey every musical nuance with remarkable accuracy. These specialized techniques make the sPA-1000 a rare find in the world of Class D amplification, providing an immersive listening experience that brings you closer to the essence of the music.

Timeless Design and Audiophile Excellence

Beyond its technical superiority, the sPA-1000 embodies SOtM’s commitment to aesthetic excellence. Designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic that has earned multiple design awards, it seamlessly integrates into any high-end audio system. When paired with other SOtM Ultimate products, the sPA-1000 delivers a perfect synergy of performance and design, allowing music lovers to experience sound in its purest form

Specification 

User interface
  Operating indicator LED x1
  Standby switch(Front panel)
  AC power input on/off switch(Rear panel)
Analog input
  Unbalanced input x1
    Max input voltage 2Vrms
    Input impedance : > 10kΩ
  Balanced input x1
    Max input voltage TDB
    Input impedance : > 10kΩ
  All balanced circuit
  High end audio grade component
Amplifier output
  Custom design class-D amplifier
  High precision amplifier power regulator
  Power supply active noise canceller
  Channels : 2 (Bridge tied load)
  Power output : 200W@4 ohm / channel
  Frequency response : 20 ~ 40kHz
  THD+N : 0.05% > @ 1W, 8 ohm
  Output short protection
  Over temperature protection
Trigger in/out
  3.5mm audio jack in / out
  12V/0.2A max
AC power input
  Voltage : 220Vac ~ 240Vac / 100Vac ~ 120Vac
  Frequency : 50Hz / 60Hz
  Current : 3A / 6A
  High current toroidal power transformer
Operating environment
  Operating temperature : +10 ~ +30℃
  Storage temperature : 0 ~ +40℃
  Operating & storage humidity : 10% ~ 90%
Dimension
  360 x 84 x 255(mm)
Weight
  7.5kg >

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About SOtM

SOtM, standing for Soul of the Music, hails from South Korea, where it emerged as a specialist in digital audio solutions. While exact founding details remain elusive in public records, the brand has built its heritage on a Korean engineering ethos, prioritizing precision and innovation in network audio. A U.S. offshoot, Artiz in Lynwood, Washington, handles distribution, extending SOtM's reach from its Seoul roots.

The company focuses on niche digital streaming and optimization products, including network players like the sMS-200 series (such as the Neo and Ultra models), external power supplies like the sPS-500, USB hubs like the tx-USB Ultra, and specialized cables such as the color-tuned iSO-CAT7 Ethernet links. These components emphasize ultra-clean power, precision clocks, and noise reduction, outputting via USB to external DACs while supporting high-resolution formats up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256. Amplifiers, speakers, or analog gear fall outside their scope.

SOtM occupies a boutique niche in the high-end hi-fi market, revered by audiophiles for delivering pure, immersive sound that uncovers musical details often lost in conventional streamers. Its multi-product ecosystem appeals to serious digital enthusiasts seeking refined, natural playback, positioning it as a go-to for system tweaks rather than mass-market appeal.

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