Power and precision without compromises

The Ovation MA 8.3 mono power amplifiers deliver an impressive 1,100 W per channel, effortlessly driving even the most demanding speakers. Featuring Ovation 83 T tube technology and 24 MOS-FETs per channel, they guarantee a sound reproduction that is both powerful and delicately nuanced. Two 1,000-VA toroidal transformers and capacitor banks with 80,000 µF capacity ensure virtually unlimited power reserves. Ultra-short signal paths and symmetrical input stages maximize precision and sonic fidelity.

Elegance meets
high-end technology

The MA 8.3 impress with their elegant design and robust construction. The aluminum housing, available in silver or black, is optionally offered with a chrome front. A transparent glass top provides a view of the flawless internal technology. With a weight of 85 kg per pair, these amplifiers embody stability and durability.

Handcrafted at the AVM facility in Malsch, the MA 8.3 undergo rigorous quality checks and an extensive multi-day burn-in process to ensure maximum reliability and exceptional sound quality. An indispensable element for any audiophile setup.

Technical data

MA 8.3

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MA8.3 – Amplifier
Amplification Factor	30 (equivalent to 29.5dB)
Sensitivity Cinch	2.1 V / 20 kOhm (1000 W at 4 Ohm)
Sensitivity XLR	2.1 V / 40 kOhm (1000 W at 4 Ohm)
Power at 8 Ohm	> 600 Watt
Power at 4 Ohm	> 1100 Watt
Power at 2 Ohm	> 1800 Watt
Intermodulation 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.01%
Distortion 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.02%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 25 W / 4 Ohm	> 94 dB(A)
Frequency Response	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Power Bandwidth 25 W / 4 Ohm	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Rise Time / 4 Ohm	10 µs
Slew Rate	> 15 V / µs
Damping Factor / 8 Ohm	> 400
MA8.3 – General
Power Supply	230 V / 50 Hz / 3500 W max.
Operation without Signal	120 W
Standby	< 0.5 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	420 mm x 432 mm x 253 mm
Weight	42 kg (84 kg / pair)
Warranty	4 years (with appropriate registration*)
	Warranty periods may vary in individual distribution countries.
SA 8.3 – Amplifier
Amplification Factor	30 (equivalent to 29.5dB)
Sensitivity Cinch	1.25 V / 20 kOhm (350 W at 4 Ohm)
Sensitivity XLR	1.25 V / 40 kOhm (350 W at 4 Ohm)
Power at 8 Ohm per Channel	> 230 Watt
Power at 4 Ohm per Channel	> 420 Watt
Power at 2 Ohm per Channel	> 700 Watt
Intermodulation 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.01%
Distortion 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.02%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 25 W / 4 Ohm	> 94 dB(A)
Frequency Response	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Power Bandwidth 25 W / 4 Ohm	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Rise Time / 4 Ohm	10 µs
Slew Rate	> 15 V / µs
Damping Factor / 8 Ohm	> 400
SA8.3 – General
Power Supply	230 V / 50 Hz / 3500 W max.
Operation without Signal	120 W
Standby	< 0.5 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	420 mm x 432 mm x 253 mm
Weight	42 kg
Warranty	4 years (with appropriate registration)
	*Warranty periods may vary in individual distribution countries.

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Technical data

MA 8.3

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MA8.3 – Amplifier
Amplification Factor	30 (equivalent to 29.5dB)
Sensitivity Cinch	2.1 V / 20 kOhm (1000 W at 4 Ohm)
Sensitivity XLR	2.1 V / 40 kOhm (1000 W at 4 Ohm)
Power at 8 Ohm	> 600 Watt
Power at 4 Ohm	> 1100 Watt
Power at 2 Ohm	> 1800 Watt
Intermodulation 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.01%
Distortion 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.02%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 25 W / 4 Ohm	> 94 dB(A)
Frequency Response	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Power Bandwidth 25 W / 4 Ohm	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Rise Time / 4 Ohm	10 µs
Slew Rate	> 15 V / µs
Damping Factor / 8 Ohm	> 400
MA8.3 – General
Power Supply	230 V / 50 Hz / 3500 W max.
Operation without Signal	120 W
Standby	< 0.5 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	420 mm x 432 mm x 253 mm
Weight	42 kg (84 kg / pair)
Warranty	4 years (with appropriate registration*)
	Warranty periods may vary in individual distribution countries.
SA 8.3 – Amplifier
Amplification Factor	30 (equivalent to 29.5dB)
Sensitivity Cinch	1.25 V / 20 kOhm (350 W at 4 Ohm)
Sensitivity XLR	1.25 V / 40 kOhm (350 W at 4 Ohm)
Power at 8 Ohm per Channel	> 230 Watt
Power at 4 Ohm per Channel	> 420 Watt
Power at 2 Ohm per Channel	> 700 Watt
Intermodulation 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.01%
Distortion 25 W / 4 Ohm	< 0.02%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 25 W / 4 Ohm	> 94 dB(A)
Frequency Response	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Power Bandwidth 25 W / 4 Ohm	5 Hz – >35 kHz (-3dB)
Rise Time / 4 Ohm	10 µs
Slew Rate	> 15 V / µs
Damping Factor / 8 Ohm	> 400
SA8.3 – General
Power Supply	230 V / 50 Hz / 3500 W max.
Operation without Signal	120 W
Standby	< 0.5 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	420 mm x 432 mm x 253 mm
Weight	42 kg
Warranty	4 years (with appropriate registration)
	*Warranty periods may vary in individual distribution countries.

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