{"product_id":"laiv-audio-crescendo-chorus-gan-stereo-power-amplifier","title":"Laiv Audio CRESCENDO CHORUS - GaN Stereo \/ Dual Mono Power Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery time approx. 1-2 weeks \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00048_with_shadow.avif?v=1793179956\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eGaN stereo power amplifier with \u003cspan\u003eBridge Mono functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LAiV Crescendo CHORUS is a GaN stereo power amplifier with Bridge Mono functionality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e derived from the Harmony GaNM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Based on gallium nitride amplifier technology, the CHORUS delivers 50 W per channel in stereo mode and 120 W of true balanced power in Bridge Mono operation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stable from 8 Ω down to 2 Ω.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact in form and uncompromising in character, it brings the power of GaN amplifiers at an attractive Crescendo price and fits naturally into both high-end two-channel systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and modern desktop setups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6BIsudURWfY?si=Emzq9Nm1REqivT2W\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vkt8kSoPPgU?si=YtE2ejk0HB9bUbHP\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7DoY09FPQ4g?si=xtns6WrEQqn46Lh8\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/HFA_Award-Highly-Recommended_300pix.png?v=1793190148\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Chorus, whether a single unit in Stereo Mode or two units in Bridged Mono mode, pairs perfectly with the same-size, similarly-sounding, and equally affordable Verse DAC\/Preamp. The level of sound quality achieved by this unassuming duo or trio is remarkable, especially given the components’ miniature size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003eWhile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003e a single Chorus offers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003egreat value, I suggest purchasing two and using them in Bridge Mode if your budget allows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003eEven at double the cost, they remain a cost-effective \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"origin-typography origin-text origin-text-small\"\u003ealternative to the LAiV GaNMs.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifi-advice.com\/blog\/amplifier-reviews\/power-amplifier-reviews\/laiv-chorus-stereo-mono-power-amplifier\/\"\u003eLAiV Crescendo CHORUS stereo\/mono GaN power amplifier | HFA - HiFi-Advice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/silvernew.png?v=1793190218\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"237\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The CHORUS amps also run cool, are small yet hefty, and are remarkable in what they can do. I feel that if these had come out 15 years ago, they would have cost a fortune for this kind of sound and small size. Today we have options, and I am one audiophile who is happy LAIV is around, as they always deliver way above the price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want some of the coolest amps around today in the more affordable price range, I can highly recommend considering the Chorus amps from LAIV. Superb build, quality design and great sound.\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stevehuffphoto.com\/2026\/05\/27\/laiv-crescendo-chorus-amp-is-a-1k-hifi-wonder\/\"\u003eLAIV Crescendo Chorus Amp is a $1k HiFi Wonder! |\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eDiscover the highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGaN amplification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GaN technology with ultra-fast switching delivers an output signal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that is virtually indistinguishable from the original analog signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The CHORUS features highly accurate signal modulators and driver stages,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e carefully tuned for musicality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e transparency and resolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00342.avif?v=1793179996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTwo modes. One amplifier.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 W per channel in unbalanced stereo mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Switch to bridge mono\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to get 120 W of true balanced power from a fully differential architecture - stable from 8 Ω to 2 Ω.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00342.avif?v=1793179996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDerived from the GaNM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The CHORUS features the same core GaN technology as the Harmony GaNM,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brought to a more accessible price point in the Crescendo series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its wideband frequency response delivers transparency and resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that far exceed its class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00332.avif?v=1793180044\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBuilt to protect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DC offset,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e overcurrent and overtemperature protection, with startup checks performed by a microcontroller.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Firmware can be updated via microSD for long-term reliability and future improvements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00203.avif?v=1793180071\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eDive deeper into the details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eGaN technology for audiophile amplification\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00342.avif?v=1793179996\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of the Crescendo CHORUS is gallium nitride transistor technology (GaN) - a fundamental advance over traditional silicon MOSFETs in the design of audio power amplifiers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e GaN transistors switch at ultra-high speeds,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enabling the CHORUS to produce an output signal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that is virtually indistinguishable from the original analog waveform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This directly translates into lower total harmonic distortion (THD),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wider audio bandwidth and greater overall efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional Class-D amplifiers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which rely on slower switching components,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the GaN power amplifier topology in the CHORUS achieves its performance without the thermal drawbacks and signal degradation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e often associated with high output power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The result is an amplifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that runs cooler,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes up less space, and delivers a soundstage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that is transparent,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dynamic, and effortlessly detailed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00231.avif?v=1793180107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CHORUS is designed with high-performance signal modulators and driver stages,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e precisely tuned for musicality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e transparency, and resolution, combining technical precision with long listening enjoyment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eDerived from the Harmony GaNM\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CHORUS is a trickle-down design from the LAiV Harmony GaNM, bringing the same core GaN amplifier technology to the Crescendo series at a significantly lower price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00348.avif?v=1793180158\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared to the GaNM's 250 W power supply, the CHORUS uses a stamped aluminum enclosure and a 160 W power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nevertheless, thanks to its wideband frequency response and the inherent advantages of GaN technology, the CHORUS continues to excel in transparency and resolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For listeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seeking the musicality and speed of GaN amplification without the premium price of the Harmony series,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the CHORUS delivers just that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eTwo Modes. One Amplifier.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Crescendo CHORUS operates in two different modes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e each optimized for different system configurations and listening preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Whether\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you need a versatile stereo power amplifier or a dedicated monoblock with true balanced output, the CHORUS adapts to your listening style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00280.avif?v=1793180209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eStereo Mode\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn stereo mode, the CHORUS operates as an unbalanced amplifier with two independent channels, delivering 50 W per channel into 8 Ω or 80 W per channel into 4 Ω.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both XLR (balanced) and RCA (unbalanced) inputs are supported,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the internal amplification remains unbalanced regardless of input type.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The balanced input offers better THD and SNR performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is the plug-and-play configuration for most two-channel systems, with broad compatibility with virtually any preamplifier or DAC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/NO_LOGO_LAiV_SNS_AD04.avif?v=1793180249\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eBridge-Mono Mode\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching to Bridge Mono mode transforms the CHORUS into a fully differential,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e true balanced amplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A single input signal is received,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e internally converted into a balanced signal, and drives both amplifier channels in a bridge circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This delivers 120 W of true balanced power at 8 Ω and 4 Ω (stable down to 2 Ω).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maximum pulse power reaches up to 165 W.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Even when using the RCA input, the signal is internally converted into a balanced signal path,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to fully exploit the fully differential amplifier architecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Total power in Mono mode is increased compared to Stereo,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with improved noise rejection and greater dynamics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00283.avif?v=1793180271\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eRecommended: Dual Mono configuration\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the ultimate performance, combine two Crescendo CHORUS units,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e each operating in Bridge Mono mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each unit handles one channel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e converts it into a balanced signal, and delivers 120 W of true balanced power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Complete electrical isolation between the left and right channels, separated by miles,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e along with separate power supplies and amplifier stages, completely eliminates crosstalk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The result is a wider,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more precise soundstage with superior spatiality - a configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that elevates GaN amplifier performance to reference levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00251.avif?v=1793180289\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003eBalanced and unbalanced inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe CHORUS accepts both balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The balanced input is recommended for better THD and SNR performance, longer cable runs, and environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where noise rejection is critical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both inputs are available simultaneously,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with input selection handled directly on the device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00194.avif?v=1793180307\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"36\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemarkably,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e even in Bridge Mono mode, the RCA input is internally converted into a balanced signal path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This ensures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that the fully differential amplifier architecture always delivers its full potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"38\"\u003eEnhanced protection through microcontroller startup check\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"39\"\u003e\\\u003cspan\u003eThe CHORUS features three layers of protection for the amplifier and your speakers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At startup, the integrated microcontroller performs a complete system check,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before the CHORUS is switched to operating mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This verifies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that all circuits are operating within safe parameters,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before an audio signal is passed through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"39\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00203.avif?v=1793180071\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"40\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"40,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"40,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDC protection (DC offset):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Detects DC voltage at the output and disconnects the speaker terminals,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to prevent damage to the drivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"40,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"40,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOvercurrent protection:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Monitors output current and limits drive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to prevent damage during prolonged high-level playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"40,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"40,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOvertemperature protection:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Triggers an automatic shutdown,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if internal temperatures exceed safe limits,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e protecting components and extending service life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/DSC00190.avif?v=1793180342\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"42\"\u003eDesigned for continuous operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"43\"\u003e\\\u003cspan\u003eThe CHORUS is designed for continuous operation, offering optimal performance and convenience,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e without needing to be switched off and on between listening sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standby power consumption is under 2 W,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and idle power consumption is less than 20 W,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e making continuous operation both practical and efficient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"44\"\u003e\\\u003cspan\u003eThe chassis itself serves as a heat sink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thanks to the high efficiency of GaN technology, the chassis gets only lukewarm during normal operation – with no fan or active cooling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"45\"\u003e\\\u003cspan\u003eFor the correct power-on sequence, first turn on your DAC or preamplifier, then the CHORUS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When powering down, turn off the CHORUS first, then your source devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"46\"\u003e\\\u003cspan\u003eThe microSD card slot on the underside of the device enables firmware updates for improved operational stability and future feature enhancements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The CHORUS is extremely versatile and can be paired with the vast majority of DACs and preamplifiers available on the market – it is not limited to the Crescendo VERSE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"46\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_7a270dd6b2fd3c2c\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpecifications and scope of delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSize and weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e168x180x60mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.5 kg\/ piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower button\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Press briefly to turn on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePress and hold for standby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower LED\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standby – Red light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation – White light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMono LED\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stereo mode – None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCA mono mode – White light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLR mono mode – Blue light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFault LED\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Normal operation – None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOvertemperature – Flashes once\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOvercurrent – Flashes twice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDC protection – Flashes three times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMode selector\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select between stereo,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RCA mono, and XLR mono mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFront and rear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLR (stereo\/mono),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 94 kΩ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCA (stereo\/mono),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e approx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 47 kΩ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInput\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e414 Vrms (XLR stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 Vrms (XLR mono mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e707 Vrms (RCA stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e550 Vrms (RCA mono mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInput sensitivity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker terminals for two channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutputs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 dB (XLR stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 dB (XLR mono mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 dB (RCA stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34 dB (RCA mono mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120 W into 8\/4 Ω (mono mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80 W \/ channel into 4 Ω (stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"33\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 W \/ channel into 8 Ω (stereo mode)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"34\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"35\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 200 at 1 kHz into 8 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"36\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"36\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDamping factor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"37\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 Hz – 80 kHz,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e within ± 3 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"39\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"39\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"40\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt; 0,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e005 % at 5 W into 8 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"41\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"41\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"42\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≥ 100 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"44\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"44\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio (SNR)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"45\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≥ 100 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"47\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"47\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDynamic range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"48\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnified Crescendo series design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"49\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGallium nitride FETs (GaN)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"50\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDC protection system,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e overload and overtemperature protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"51\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStereo and mono mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"52\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"52\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"53\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 – 260 VAC,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 \/ 60 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"54\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"54\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower supply\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"55\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≤ 0,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 W in standby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"56\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≤ 20 W at idle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"57\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e≤ 160 W at maximum output power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"58\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"58\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"59\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 A,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e slow-blow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 x 20 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"60\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"60\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFuse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"61\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome card with quick start guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"62\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrescendo CHORUS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"63\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"64\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"64\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audio Essence","offers":[{"title":"Stereo (1 piece) 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