Making Good Sound Great™

Making Good Sound Great™
Making Good
sound great
AUDIO ENTHUSIASM
Here at AudioControl’s Pacific Northwest headquarters, we’ve been dedicated to ‘making good
Established in Seattle more than 35 years ago, those of us here at AudioControl have always
sound great’ for nearly four decades. Why? Because we believe our products have the strength
been dedicated to designing, engineering and building world-class audio products from the
and power to change lives. Day in and day out, we focus on designing products that deliver.
ground up. In the process, we’ve earned a reputation worldwide for operating at the highest
Frankly, we’re obsessed with providing first-rate sound to our customers. Spend five minutes
levels of reliability and performance.
A relentless enthusiasm for flawless sound performance lies at the heart of everything we
with one of our products, and you’ll become a believer, too.
do. Here in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, we’ve spent decades building an incomparable
team of truly passionate engineers. Day after day, they pour their hearts and souls into the
Making Good Sound Great
™
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innovative AudioControl products that will always be known for making good sound great.
home theater Savoy G3
Concert AVR-4
Bringing sound to Life
Quality You Can trust
With AudioControl amplifiers anchoring your home theater system, movies will sound as
Sound quality this good is simply not possible without investing in the very best: the
if they’ve literally been brought to life. Your entertainment experience will appear so real,
best engineers, the best product designers, and of course, the toughest and most
you’ll quite likely wonder how you ever enjoyed a night at the movies without them.
precise components. Add these three elements together, and AudioControl’s Home
AudioControl’s Home Theater amplifiers will transport you to new worlds. They’ll allow
you to slip blissfully into a cinematic experience entirely unlike any other. In short: Our
Home Theater amplifiers bring sound to life.
Theater products become your ticket to total entertainment immersion.
Here’s our promise to you: Should AudioControl’s home products ever fail to meet
your highest expectations, feel free to take advantage of our five-year warranty.
Please visit our website at audiocontrol.com for details.
Home theater
“To say the least, the Maestro M4 has met
and exceeded my expectations.”
“I haven’t heard an amplifier at any price I’d
– Audiophile Audition
– Widescreen Review
MAESTRO M4 | PREAMP PROCESSOR
The Maestro M4 redefines both the feature set and sonic performance of high-end
AV processing and pre-amplification. The M4 is geared towards the movie enthusiast
who demands a premium home theater performance that delivers exceptional audio
quality. This incredible preamplifier delivers a cinematic experience that is rich in
top tier audiophile quality and will ignite the way movie buffs immerse themselves in
home entertainment.
Combined with its natural partner, the Savoy G3 power amplifier, the Maestro M4
represents a new standard in AV processing.
CONCERT AVR-4 | AV RECEIVER
AudioControl has built a world-class reputation in the field of high performance home
cinema and amplification. The Concert AVR-4 delivers the high-end audio-video entertainment experience that music and movie buffs crave. While most AV receivers are
built to provide an overwhelming list of specifications, they too often come up short
on outright performance. The Concert AVR-4, however, is designed to achieve the
complete AV experience.
n Key features include 1080p
HDMI switching, multiple HDMI
inputs & outputs with 3D pass
through, Dolby Volume circuitry,
network audio inputs and balanced audio XLR outputs.
rather listen to than this amplifier.”
SAVOY G3 | SEVEN CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
AudioControl is known for building some of the greatest audio amplifiers in the world.
Nothing has been left to chance with the Savoy G3. This “beast of an amplifier” delivers
over 200 watts per channel into seven-channels that can drive even the most demanding
audiophile-quality speakers. The Savoy G3 incorporates a stunning design that beautifully
complements its performance. Acting as the perfect partner to the Maestro M4 pre-amp,
the Savoy G3 is an amplifier that will transform the entertainment experience in any home
theater or media set-up.
PANTAGES G3 | FIVE CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
nK
ey features include 3D pass
through, Dolby Volume circuitry,
compatibility with Dolby TrueHD
and DTS-HD plus audio output
of 120 watts per channel into all
seven channels.
The Pantages G3 is a powerful five-channel amplifier that excites enthusiasts both aurally and
visually. It incorporates AudioControl’s audio grade technology to deliver over 230 watts into
each channel. Total audio output is over 1200 watts RMS. In addition to pristine audio performance, like its sister model the Savoy G3, the Pantages G3 sports desirable user features like
balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs; Remote Power Control triggers; and audiophile
grade, five-way binding posts to guarantee the optimum connection of speaker level signals.
n Key features include cool
running Class H design with balanced and unbalanced inputs,
gold plated 5-way speaker
connections, plus LightDrive
clipping elimination circuitry.
n Key features include a compact
design utilizing Class H topology,
balanced and unbalanced inputs, gold plated 5-way speaker
connections, plus LightDrive
clipping elimination circuitry.
Home Audio
NET W ORK
A M P L IFIERS
n Key features include high
output power of 100 watts
per channel, network
control and monitoring plus
dual bus inputs and signal
present LEDs.
THE DIRECTOR MODEL D4200
16 CHANNEL HIGH-POWER AMPLIFIER WITH NETWORK CONTROL
Modern distributed audio systems demand high levels of audio performance and flexibility, which makes
The Director Model D4200 unique in its design.
Delivering powerful and efficient amplification of
100 watts per channel, it is perfectly matched with
a configurable Digital Signal Processing engine to
maximize the sound performance of any multi-room
system. The unique DSP design allows network access to graphic and parametric equalization filters, digital crossover
settings, subsonic filters, and allows remote monitoring and zone switching capabilities. Additionally, the settings of
The Director Model D4200 can be saved in individual memory locations.
making good sound great
Referring to AudioControl’s Director series as
“just another set of amplifiers” is not entirely
unlike calling a Ferrari “just another car.” With
an incredibly powerful array of features—not to
mention the capacity to deliver unrivaled audio
performance across the whole music system—
AudioControl’s network amplifiers redefine the
very purpose of an amplifier.
THE DIRECTOR MODEL D3200
16 CHANNEL HIGH-POWER AMPLIFIER WITH NETWORK CONTROL
The Director Model D3200 is the sister amp of the Model D4200; it offers both powerful system amplification plus
programmable signal processing via an Ethernet connection. This unique multi-channel amplifier couples highly powerful
yet efficient amplification with a powerful DSP, which allows for zone equalization, crossover selection and remote monitoring, all via Ethernet connection. Audio output is a powerful 60 watts per channel into 16 channels, all channels driven.
“The D3200 delivers amazing flexibility and
sounds amazing. It’s almost magical, really.”
– Residential Systems
HOME AUDIO
A r c h i t e c t u r a l a mpl i f i e r s
ARCHITECT MODEL 1680 EQ |
16 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER WITH SPEAKER EQ
ARCHITECT MODEL 1280 EQ |
12 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER WITH SPEAKER EQ
Authoritative power in a whole-house audio system no longer requires sacrificing valuable rack space. The new Architect Model
1680 EQ multi-zone amplifier squeezes 16-channels of cool running power with discrete zone equalization controls into just
three rack spaces. With power output levels of at least 65 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and even more into lower impedances,
the Architect Model 1680 EQ delivers robust power levels, pristine sonics and AudioControl bulletproof reliability.
The Architect Model 1280 EQ 12-channel amplifier combines all of AudioControl’s award-winning features, like zone equalization and bussable inputs, in one compact chassis. Its robust power provides at least 65 watts per channel at 8 ohms when all
12 channels are driven. A flexible bussing system combined with local inputs and 12-volt triggers on each pair provides the
versatility demanded by today’s control systems. Five bands of equalization control per channel allows the user to optimize the
sound in each zone for superior audio performance.
Pristine sonics are the first goal of any AudioControl amplifier design. Ultimately, music and
enjoyment are what we’re delivering. Everyone at AudioControl relishes this responsibility,
and we take it seriously in all that we do. Not only should an amplifier sound great, it must
perform within the unique application of a whole-house audio system.
Our meticulous attention to detail and our pro-sound heritage speaks for itself in the
dozens of accolades our products have received. Our greatest satisfaction, however, comes
from our reputation for excellence amongst fellow audiophiles—people just like you.
ARCHITECT MODEL 1660
ARCHITECT MODEL 1260
When a whole-house audio system demands high levels of
audio performance, but physical space is limited, the AudioControl Architect Model 1660 is an ideal solution. Requiring only three rack spaces, the AudioControl Architect Model
1660 produces at least 65 watts per channel when all channels are driven, and even more into low impedances.
The Architect Model 1260 is a powerful 12-channel amplifier,
ideal for use as the main amplifier in many distributed audio
systems. The Architect Model 1260 provides an array of
useful features such as signal sensing inputs, stereo/mono
operation, independent zone triggering, bus inputs and multiple speaker outputs.
16 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
12 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER
Architect Model Amplifiers 1680 EQ, 1660, 1280 EQ and 1260 are available with optional Ethernet control for remote monitoring and network control.
HOME AUDIO
A r c h i t e c t u r a l a mpl i f i e r s
ARCHITECT MODEL 1600 SE |
16 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER WITH SPEAKER EQ
No room is too large for the Architect Model 1600 SE. This 16-channel High-Current design and patented power supply amplifier
is optimal for driving multiple zones, especially those with more than 2 speakers per zone. Low impedance speaker loads are no
problem, as the proprietary High-Current design enables this multi-channel audio amplifier to provide 150 watts per channel into
a 4-ohm load and 300 watts when bridged. AudioControl’s legendary speaker equalization controls facilitate maximum acoustical
performance for today’s demanding room configurations.
ARCHITECT MODEL 210EQ |
It’s really as simple as this: No room, whether commercial or residential, is too large for
2 CHANNEL HIGH-POWER AMPLIFIER WITH EQ
The AudioControl Architect Model 210EQ is a high power, 240 watts into 2 ohms two-channel amplifier that delivers superb
sound quality while driving multiple speakers (stable into 2 ohms). A fully integrated six-band equalizer is engineered to promote
optimal performance from smaller and in-wall loudspeakers. The Model 210EQ also includes dual selectable inputs, signal sensing, stereo/mono switching and optional 5-way binding posts.
our Architect series of distributed audio amplifiers. For starters, these 16-channel amps
are optimal for driving more than two speakers per zone. And thanks to AudioControl’s
proprietary high-current design,
low impedance speaker loads are never a
problem for these seriously
rugged workhorse machines.
ARCHITECT MODEL 210ES
2 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER WITH EQ
The Architect 1600 SE rear
Based on AudioControl’s highly popular Architect series, The Architect Model 210ES allows energy conscious homeowners to enjoy
their music while minimizing heat emissions
and energy consumption. Unique circuitry allows the Architect Model 210ES to meet the stringent ENERGY STAR
requirements by consuming less than 1 watt of power during standby. Be green while enjoying your favorite music.
ARCHITECT MODEL 110
2 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER
For superb sound quality while driving two, four, six or eight
speakers, the Architect Model 110 is the perfect choice. With
the ability to deliver over 200 watts per channel stereo or
400 watts bridged, the Architect Model 110 puts out when
needed. The Architect Model 110 boasts the meticulous
quality and bulletproof reliability for which AudioControl’s
custom audio products are known.
P e r f o r m a nc e d e ta ils
Home Theater
Components
Maestro M4
Processor
Pre-Amplifier
Receiver
HDMI Inputs/Outputs
5 Inputs/2 Outputs
5 Inputs/2 Outputs
Multi-channel inputs
8 channels
Concert AVR-4
8 channels
Architect Model 1680 EQ
Home Theater
Amplifiers
Savoy G3
Number of channels
7
5
Output Power
203 Watts @ 8 ohms
230 Watts @ 8 ohms
(all channels driven)
topology
class H
pantages G3
class H
Main Audio Outputs
Balanced and
unbalanced
120 watts x 7 plus
Unbalanced RCA
Minimum Speaker
Load
4 ohms
4 ohms
Digital Audio Inputs
3 coax and 4
optical
3 coax and 4
optical
Damping Factor
Greater than 450
Greater than 250
Zone 2 & 3
Stereo audio
plus video
Stereo audio
plus video
Control Ports
IR, 12 volt trigger
and RS-232
12 volt trigger
and RS-232
Signal to Noise ratio
Total Harmonic
Distortion
Dimensions
Weight
>100 dB, A-wtd
0.05%
17”W x 12”D x 3.5”H
16 pounds
>100 dB, A-wtd
Signal to Noise ratio
Total Harmonic
Distortion
0.08%
Weight
56 pounds
5 Years
>110 dB, A-wtd
0.05%
46 pounds
0.05%
Dimensions
17”W x 16.5”D x 7”H
17”W x 16.5D” x 7”H
rack mounting
(Optional)
19” Brackets
(4U High)
19” Brackets
(3U High)
60 pounds
5 Years
5 Years
To locate your nearest dealer or to learn more about how AudioControl makes good sound great,
visit our website or call us here in the Pacific Northwest rainforest at 425.775.8461.
www.audiocontrol.com
Architect
Model 110
Architect
Model 1680 EQ
Architect
Model 1260
Architect
Model 1660
Architect
Model 1600 SE
The Director
Model D3200
The Director
Model D4200
2
12
16
16
16
Power Rating
(all channels driven)
60 Watts @ 8 ohms
120 Watts @ 4 ohms
240 watts @ 2 OHMS
65 Watts @ 8 ohms
120 Watts @ 4 ohms
65 Watts @ 8 ohms
120 Watts @ 4 ohms
65 Watts @ 8 ohms
150 Watts @ 4 ohms
60 Watts @ 8 ohms
(Model D3200)
100 Watts @ 8 ohms
(Model D4200)
Bridged mono
410 watts @ 8 ohms
230 watts @ 8 ohms
230 Watts @ 8 ohms
300 Watts @ 8 ohms
250 Watts @ 8 ohms
Minimum
Speaker Load
2 ohms
2 ohms
limited zones
2 ohms
limited zones
2 ohms
2 ohms
limited zones
Equalizer Center
Frequencies
45, 150, 300, 700,
2.5K, 12kHz
75, 250, 700,
2.5k, 12kHz
75, 250, 700,
2.5k, 12kHz
75, 250, 700,
2.5k, 12kHz
graphic & parametric
Highpass Filter
38 Hz
38 Hz
38 Hz
38 Hz
variable for highpass
and lowpass
Signal to Noise ratio
>100 dB, A-wtd
>100 dB, A-wtd,
>100 dB, A-wtd
>100 dB, A-wtd
>110 dB, A-wtd
Total Harmonic
Distortion
0.05%
0.05%
0.05%
0.09%
0.1%
Clipping, Thermal,
Ultrasonic
Short Circuit,
DC Offset
Clipping, Thermal,
Ultrasonic
Short Circuit,
DC Offset
Clipping, Thermal,
Ultrasonic
Short Circuit,
DC Offset
Clipping, Thermal,
Ultrasonic
Short Circuit,
DC Offset
Clipping, Thermal,
Ultrasonic
Short Circuit,
DC Offset
Power Consumption
30 watts
300 watts
420 watts
450 watts
205 watts
Input Power/Standby
<1 watt
<1 watt
<1 watt
<7 watts
<4 watts
network Connection
N/A
Optional
Optional
N/A
standard
Weight
16 pounds
38 pounds
48 pounds
50 pounds
39 pounds
Dimensions
17”W x 12”D x 3.5”H
17”W x 16”D x 5.25”H
17”W x 16”D x 5.25”H
17”W x 16”D x 7”H
17”W x 16”D x 5.25”H
Rack faceplate (2U High)
19” Brackets (3U High)
19” Brackets (3U High)
19” Brackets (4U High)
19” Brackets (3U High)
Country of Origin
USA
USA
USA
USA
USA
Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
5 Years
(All Automatic Resetting)
(loud listening levels)
Rack Mounting
5 Years
Architect
Model 210 ES
Architect
Model 1280 EQ
Number of channels
Protection Circuits
17”W x 15.75”D
x 5.25”H
Warranty
Warranty
>110 dB, A-wtd
Architectural
amplifiers
Architect
Model 210 EQ
(Standard)
P e r f o r m a nc e d e ta ils
Maestro M4
Specifications subject to change without notice, just like our Seattle weather.
Making Good Sound Great™
22410 70th Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98043
Tel. 425.775.8461 | Fax. 425.778.3166
[email protected]
www.audiocontrol.com
Making Good Sound Great™