Description
AudioControl Pantages G4 5-Channel Class H Power Amplifier
Effortless Power and Efficiency Across Every Channel
The AudioControl Pantages G4 is a five-channel Class H power amplifier built from AudioControl’s legacy of respected premium power amplifier design, delivering impressively dynamic and detailed audio across all channels with the effortless authority of a dedicated power amplifier at this level. Incorporating AudioControl’s unique, highly efficient, and cool-running Class H amplifier topology, the Pantages G4 achieves 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms with all channels driven, and can be configured for 600 watts bridged mono into 8 ohms on select channels for greater flexibility in demanding system configurations. Designed as a perfect match for AudioControl’s preamplifier processors or as a standalone critical listening power amplifier, the Pantages G4 is equally at home driving a powerful three-channel listening room or a detailed and dynamic multichannel home theatre of the highest performance standard.
Class H Amplification: Efficiency Without Compromise
AudioControl’s Class H amplifier topology achieves exceptional efficiency and cool running operation by dynamically adjusting the power supply rail voltage to track the audio signal, reducing heat dissipation and power consumption at typical listening levels without any compromise to the amplifier’s dynamic capability during peak demand. High Definition BiMOS output devices deliver the combination of bipolar transistor current handling and MOSFET smoothness that defines the Pantages G4’s sonic character, with a damping factor greater than 450, total harmonic distortion of just 0.04% at full output across the full 20Hz to 20kHz audio band, and a signal-to-noise ratio greater than 102dB (A-weighted, referenced to full output). Frequency response extends from 10Hz to 20kHz within plus or minus 1dB, and stability into a minimum speaker load of 4 ohms ensures confidence with a wide range of loudspeaker impedances.
Multi-Mode Operation and Flexible Configuration
The Pantages G4 supports multiple operating modes including five-channel, 3.1-channel, and three-channel configurations, with select channels bridgeable to 600 watts mono for applications requiring greater power on critical front channels. Five RCA unbalanced and five XLR balanced inputs provide the connectivity flexibility required for any preamplifier or processor, and unbalanced RCA pass-through outputs allow integration into more complex signal routing configurations. AudioControl’s LightDrive anti-clipping protection circuit safely eliminates any possibility of speaker-damaging clipping and distortion even under extreme conditions, while comprehensive protection against short circuit, thermal overload, and DC offset ensures long-term loudspeaker safety throughout.
Bullet-Proof Reliability and Premium Construction
The Pantages G4 is built to AudioControl’s standard of professional reliability, with a 3U chassis measuring 17 x 16.5 x 5.25 inches and weighing 18.6kg that reflects the quality of internal construction and component selection. Five-way binding posts accommodate the full range of loudspeaker cable terminations, a 12V remote power trigger is provided for automated system switching, and standby power consumption is less than 2 watts. The Pantages G4 is perfectly paired with AudioControl’s home theatre preamplifiers for a complete and cohesively engineered system solution of genuine performance credentials.
KEY FEATURES:
- 5-channel Class H power amplifier with High Definition BiMOS output devices
- Power output: 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms (all channels driven)
- Bridgeable to 600 watts into 8 ohms on select channels
- Minimum speaker load: 4 ohms
- Multi-mode operation: 5-channel, 3.1-channel, and 3-channel configurations
- Damping factor: greater than 450
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.04% at 230 watts into 8 ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: greater than 102dB (A-weighted, ref full output)
- Frequency response: 10Hz to 20kHz (plus or minus 1dB)
- 5 RCA unbalanced and 5 XLR balanced inputs with RCA pass-through outputs
- AudioControl LightDrive anti-clipping speaker protection circuitry
- Protection: clipping, short circuit, thermal, and DC offset
- 12V remote power trigger compatible with contact closure or external 12V source
- 5-way binding post speaker terminals
- Cool-running Class H topology with less than 2 watts standby power consumption
- Dimensions: 17 x 16.5 x 5.25 inches (3U), weight: 18.6kg
- Designed and manufactured by AudioControl in the United States
