Published On: April 1, 2016

Classé Audio Announces Sigma 2200i Integrated Amp

Published On: April 1, 2016
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Classé Audio Announces Sigma 2200i Integrated Amp

Classé Audio has announced that, in May, the company will debut a new addition to its Sigma Series, the 2200i integrated amplifier. The 2200i combines the stereo portion of the Sigma SSP AV preamp with the power supply, DSP, and amplifier circuitry...

Classé Audio Announces Sigma 2200i Integrated Amp

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Classe-Sigma2200i.pngClassé Audio has announced that, in May, the company will debut a new addition to its Sigma Series, the 2200i integrated amplifier. The 2200i combines the stereo portion of the Sigma SSP AV preamp with the power supply, DSP, and amplifier circuitry of the AMP2 stereo amplifier. The 2200i keeps digital signals digital all the way to the amplifier output filter, and the connection panel includes USB, Ethernet (with support for AirPlay and DLNA), coaxial and optical digital, XLR/RCA analog, and four HDMI inputs. The 2200i will carry an MSRP of $5,500.

From Classé Audio
How can you improve on the best DACs and analog stages in the world? Eliminate them!? By connecting the output of the 2200i's preamp section DSP directly to the input of the amplifier DSP, Classé eliminates DAC and ADC conversion losses and their associated analog circuitry's noise and distortion. That's the secret to the powerful performance/price ratio delivered by the exciting new Sigma 2200i Stereo Integrated Amplifier.

By keeping digital signals digital all the way to the amplifier output filter, Classé shortens the signal path, avoids losses and eliminates Digital-to-Analog converters and Analog-to-Digital converters, as well as their associated analog circuits. It all translates to better sound for the price.

The front-end consists of the stereo portion of a Sigma SSP, including inputs for USB types A and B, Ethernet for streaming AirPlay and DLNA, coax, optical, analog inputs for XLR and RCA and an optional phono (as in the CP-800 and Sigma SSP). Classé has also included four HDMI inputs, adding convenience for users with AV sources like set top boxes, Blu-ray players, etc..

The Classé touchscreen control provides familiar features like digital domain Tone Control, 9-band PEQ per channel and flexible bass management. The Subwoofer output is derived from the only DAC onboard. IP control includes Android and iOS apps.

The amplifier section consists of the power supply, DSP and amplifier circuitry of an AMP2, making this a seriously powerful, high resolution integrated amplifier. It is capable of effortlessly driving virtually anything on the market including all of the new Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series loudspeakers.

The Sigma 2200i uses a 3U tall chassis that occupies the same footprint as all of the other Sigma models. The extra 1U space on the lower third of the faceplate contains an air intake. A small Noctua fan mounted to the rear panel spins quietly at low RPM to gently draw air through the chassis, keeping the circuitry at a comfortable operating temperature while extending the life of the electronic components.

The unique rack-mount solution introduced in the original Sigma series models, contained in the design of the side panels, is retained in the Sigma 2200i. Simply remove the sides, rotate and flip them, then reattach to position rack ears for rack-mounting. No kits to order--everything you need is right there on the unit.

The Sigma 2200i is a compelling product that further broadens and enhances the Classé Sigma series. Its convenient and efficient Sigma series package is ideally suited to a stereo integrated amplifier. Performance, connectivity, unique features and loads of power are available at a compelling price. That pretty well sums up the 2200i and the entire range of Sigma series components.

The U.S. retail price for the Sigma 2200i is $5,500 and will be available May 2016.

Additional Resources
Classé Expands Sigma Series with 350-Watt Mono Amplifier at HomeTheaterReview.com.
Classé Sigma AMP5 Five-Channel Digital Amplifier Reviewed at HomeTheaterReview.com.

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