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Audia Flight FLS4
FLS4 Stereo Power Amplifier
The Audia Flight FLS4 Stereo Power Amplifier is an incredible stereo power amplifier with high response speed (bandwidth more than 0,7MHz),
high power (up to 700 Watts), and nearly unlimited speaker driving/control capability. Like the Strumento Series we’ve used our trained human ears
to aide us in the FLS 4’s design process. This effort has allowed us to produce an amplifier that more closely achieves our goal of sonic perfection,
much like a luthier uses years of experience, craftsmanship, and keen ear to find the perfect tonal character and emotional response for their instruments.
Like its Strumento brethren the FLS4’s chassis begins its life as an ultra high grade, bespoke aluminum cast.
After the CNC finishing work is completed, every part is then closely inspected and “mirror polished” by hand.
Some critical areas are further finished by hand, with shot peening and anodization completing the beautiful metal work.
The final touch is an elegant silk-screening process.
Similarities to the Strumento Series amplifiers can be found within the FLS4 as well. A long list would include a fully balanced circuitry,
highly selected components, 32 high grade power devices, and power supply built with low impedance capacitors (288.000µF alone on the main power suppliers).
The FLS4’s gain stage is once again the exclusive Audia Flight design consisting of an entirely class A current-feedback circuitry.
And to further isolate this critical part of the amplification process from interference and grant thermal stabilization for all of its discrete components, the gain stage is enclosed within an aluminum box and encapsulated in an epoxy resin. Add to this that the main power supply is made by n.16 18.000µF 50V low impedance capacitors and is then composed of two super high current power supplies per channel, as well as four stabilized independent stages per each channel: two for the input stages and two for the Audia Flight current feedback stage! And, of course, as is our philosophy, one 15VA toroidal transformer is used for the logic control and protection circuit in order to completely isolate it from the audio circuit. With a total then of 12 power supplies, custom printed circuit boards with an extra high-grade surface copper, a 2000VA toroidal audio transformer enclosed within two ferromagnetic shields and encapsulated by epoxy resin powering the output stage, no fuses in the main power supply for the output stage (we find fuses are like a “resistors” and can negatively impact the sound) as a current sensor read by microprocessor is employed,
and 200 Watts RMS @ 8 Ohms output power one can see numerous “Strumento-esque” elements have gone into making the FLS 4 Stereo Power Amplifier capable of
providing the listener with the best performance and emotional musical experience.
So one can see in the FLS4 Stereo Power Amplifier the Audia Flight familial resemblance is hard at work. Much like our reference
Strumento N°4 mk2 Stereo Power Amplifier, the FLS4 Stereo Power Amplifier is designed to bring your music to life and your audio system to
another level of perfection.
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Audia Flight FLS4
The Audia Flight FLS4 is a high-current stereo power amplifier that pairs muscular, controlled output with refined musicality. Reviewers such as Edgar Kramer of SoundStage Solo praise its powerful dynamics, taut bass and natural midband that render vocals with body and treble without brittleness. Its wide, high soundstage and stable imaging preserve micro-detail thanks to an exceptionally quiet circuit, delivering deep transient definition and inky black backgrounds. Built around a machined aluminium chassis with substantial heatsinks and premium finishing, the FLS4 is both a visual and mechanical statement. Ideal for demanding speakers and listeners who value control, neutrality and headroom. Given its performance and finish, the FLS4 represents a compelling proposition within its price bracket, delivering much of the Strumento character at a more accessible cost.
Pros
- Outstanding dynamics and transient control—tight, punchy bass and impactful transients that handle demanding material without strain.
- Very low noise floor and excellent tonal neutrality—preserves micro-detail and delivers inky black backgrounds for refined resolution.
- Robust industrial build—machined aluminium chassis, substantial heatsinks and premium finishing that convey long-term durability.
- Wide, stable soundstage and coherent imaging—maintains centre imaging and depth even during dynamic, complex passages.
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Cons
- Speaker binding posts are a budget concession (clear plastic–shrouded copper) compared with the higher-end Furutech posts used on the Strumento sibling.
- Lower rated output than the Strumento model (200W vs. ~250W), reflecting some component and specification compromises to hit a lower price point.
Sound Quality
92/100
Dynamics
93/100
Reviewers repeatedly praise the FLS4's tight control, powerful punch and "edge-of-your-seat" dynamics; the amp handled dynamic excesses "uninhibited" and delivered deep, concussive transient impact. The published damping factor (>650) and the spec'd ability to deliver 200/380/700W into 8/4/2Ω support the reported headroom and current delivery, so dynamics are outstanding for a high-power Class AB stereo amplifier.
Soundstage Imaging
91/100
Reviewer reports stable, centred imaging with a "very wide and high soundstage with good depth perspective," indicating strong channel separation and spatial coherence under real-music loads. Imaging remained stable even while the amp displayed strong dynamic output, suggesting robustness of spatial presentation when driving demanding passages.
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Build Quality
94/100
The FLS4 is built around a massively solid machined aluminium chassis with substantial heatsinks and high-grade finishing (shot-peening, anodisation, mirror polishing); the reviewer calls it 'extremely serious' and fit for a lifetime. Stereo (not monoblock) design, heavy 35 kg chassis and quality mechanical execution justify a top-tier build score.
Value for Money
89/100
Reviewer states the FLS4 'surpasses the expectation at the price point' (listed price ~12,000), implying a justified premium for the performance and build offered. Given the high power, exceptional control and premium construction relative to its segment, the price is presented as competitive and well justified.
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