Bel Canto REF501S Stereo Power Amplifier
The Bel Canto REF501S is a high-performance stereo power amplifier designed to deliver substantial power with low distortion and precise control. Built using advanced Class D technology, it provides efficient operation while maintaining accurate and detailed sound reproduction.
The REF501S delivers 250 watts per channel into 8 ohms and up to 500 watts per channel into 4 ohms. Its high damping factor of over 1000 ensures excellent loudspeaker control, while low distortion maintains signal integrity across the frequency range.
Incorporating Bel Canto’s HDR Core technology, the amplifier benefits from ultra-low-noise master clocks, asynchronous interfaces, and efficient power supply design, contributing to clean and stable performance.
Key Features:
• High-performance stereo power amplifier
• 250W per channel (8 ohms), 500W per channel (4 ohms)
• High damping factor (>1000) for speaker control
• Low distortion (0.003% THD)
• HDR Core technology integration
• Class D amplifier design for efficiency and low heat
• Compact e.One series chassis
• Suitable for hi-fi and home audio systems
Technical Highlights:
• Dynamic range: 121 dB
• Peak current: 17.5 A per channel
• Flat frequency response (±3 dB from 0 Hz to 50 kHz)
• Stable performance across a wide range of loads
• Clean and accurate signal amplification
Connectivity:
• 1 × pair RCA analogue inputs
• 1 × pair XLR balanced inputs
• WBT Nextgen 5-way binding posts for speaker connection
Specification:
• Power Output:
– 250W per channel (8 ohms)
– 500W per channel (4 ohms)
• Minimum Load: 2 ohms
• Peak Current: 17.5 A per channel
• Dynamic Range: 121 dB
• Distortion: 0.003% THD (1W / 1 kHz / 4 ohms)
• Frequency Response: 0 Hz – 50 kHz (±3 dB)
• Dimensions: 88 mm (H) × 216 mm (W) × 305 mm (D)
What’s Included:
• Bel Canto REF501S Stereo Power Amplifier
• Documentation
Note:
This product is available for in-store demonstration. Visit the Spinning Room showroom in Leeds to experience the REF501S in person.
