Primare A35.8

Primare A35.8: power amplifier with eight bridgeable channels

Among Primare multi-channel power amplifiers the A35.8 offers the highest power and the greatest versatility: eight amplification channels, each one with an XLR and an RCA input, rated at 150 W into 8 ohms. Every pair of channels can be bridged to mono, which makes it possible to drive almost any multi-channel loudspeaker layout, alone or alongside an A35.2 stereo amplifier.

The internal layout brings energy to the amplifier modules by the most direct route out of the power supply and spreads it evenly. The modules are housed in the heatsinks, which shield them from power supply noise and in turn keep the input and output stages clear of noise coming from the modules; signals travel along a continuous strip of circuit board that passes through a channel cut into the heatsinks. The power supply is oversized, with stable power down to 2 ohms.

Key features

• Power: 8 x 150 W into 8 ohms, 8 x 300 W into 4 ohms
• Maximum total power stated: 1500 W
• Fully bridged, in a bi-amplified stereo system: 4 x 375 W peak
• XLR and RCA inputs for every one of the eight channels
• Automatic switch-on from standby when a signal is present and automatic standby after twenty minutes without signal, which can be disabled
• 12 V trigger on two 3.5 mm jacks (input and output) and RS232 port
• Weight: 15 kg

System configurations

One A35.8 on its own is enough for 5.1.2, 7.1 and 5.1 setups. For 7.1.4, 7.1.2 and 5.1.4 layouts one or more A35.2 stereo amplifiers are needed alongside it, while Auro 3D systems in 13.1 and 9.1.6 form are built with two A35.8 units.

Technical data

The dimensions are 430 mm wide, 400 mm deep and 145 mm high. The finishes on sale are Black and Titanium.