Harman Kardon claims its latest amplifier is its most powerful yet and is capable of driving the most demanding loud speakers available.
The HK990’s high-resolution synchronization (HRS) link allows compatible Harman Kardon CD players to lock themselves to the external clock of the amplifier for jitter-free connection; similar to having CD playback inside the amplifier.
The unit’s 2.2-channel stereo integrated amplifier comes with a choice of discrete optical and digital inputs or an analogue-only signal path, as well as fourth generation Real-Time Linear Smoothing (RLS IV), 2.2-channel EzSet/EQ room optimisation, dual subwoofer outputs and an audiophile-quality phono preamp section.
It also has 150 watts per channel at 8 ohms, a wide frequency response of 10Hz-170kHz, and harmonic distortion (THD) of less than 0.07%. The HK990 also incorporates high-current capability of 200A, which provides the instantaneous current necessary to drive and control nearly any loudspeaker system; and an ultra-wide bandwidth amplifier design, which provides improved transient accuracy and phase linearity.
The high-end D/A converter, featuring Harman Kardon’s RLS IV digital-to-analog conversion technology with dual conversion using two stereo AD1955 high-grade DACs, also ensures enhanced sound quality.
Numerous inputs and outputs for connecting to other devices include six analogue stereo inputs, four digital inputs (two optical and two coaxial), two phono inputs for connecting record players with MM/MC pick-up systems and two XLR inputs are all available. The dedicated dual-path technology makes it possible to have pure analogue or pure digital audio processing within the same product.
Besides two analogue and one coaxial digital output, the unit has dual outputs for two active subwoofers, preamp outputs for connecting external power amplifiers, high-quality connections for speaker cable diameters of up to 10mm, and an A/B loudspeaker changeover switch.
RRP
$3,499
