Classe SSP-800 Preamp Processor

May 14, 2008 by Lukas Gilkey
Filed under: Home Audio > Preamplifiers



The new Classe SSP-800 Preamp/Processor isn't skimping on channels, with a total of 10 that each offer both balanced and single-ended connections. A 64-bit Texas Instrument processor handles of the DSP duties, with the DSP being housed on a replaceable module for future upgrades. Staying on the future proof theme, the video signal path supports 36-bit Deep Color Video (Blue-ray is only 24-bit).

The unit houses dedicated linear power supplies using a low-noise toroidal transformer to power the analog audio circuits, with digital and control circuits being powered by their own dual-output, low-noise, high-current switching supply. In addition to the remote control, a touchscreen control panel on the face panel can be used that has the ability to show 1080p video sources.

The Classe SSP-800 Preamp/Processor will be available this month with an MSRP of $8,000.

Source: Classe Audio
Comments (6)
ngsm13 1 year and 9 months ago

Uh-oh... wait till EhRon sees this...
joetama 1 year and 9 months ago

I've known about it since the Beta came out in 2007.

It looks like a real Monster. But, I'm about the two channel now. Especially the products with the FETS. ;)
joetama 1 year and 9 months ago

I think it is the SSP-800 also. Lukas has a typo. Sorry to be anal about it.
lukas 1 year and 8 months ago

I think it is the SSP-800 also. Lukas has a typo. Sorry to be anal about it.


Damn, good catch. It is corrected now.
Vik2k 1 year and 8 months ago

More info from official press-release here:
Vik2k 1 year and 8 months ago

Something wrong with link... Classe SSP-800
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