{"product_id":"i-50-integrated-amplifier","title":"I\/50 Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe I\/50 Integrated Amplifier is the first product in an all-new series from Audio Research. Functionally simple, visually engaging, and musically sublime – the I\/50 takes music listening to a whole new experience. Hand-crafted in Minnesota, the I\/50 is built with the same attention to detail as all other Audio Research products – each one even gets its own listening test with sonic designer, Warren Gehl. Available in six colors, the I\/50 features Cerakote finishes for a beautiful and long-lasting look. The modular design allows for the installation of two audio modules – a Phono Stage, and a D\/A Converter (to come in 2022). The high current, 50 watt per channel amplifier is capable of driving a wide variety of speakers. A headphone jack allows for personal listening time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe I\/50 is designed to be easy to use, and has three controls on its top panel – Power, Input, and Volume. Two LexieTubes® provide display information for input selection and volume. Two matched pairs of 6550WE vacuum tubes, along with three 6922 tubes, stand in front of the perforated transformer cover. Three single-ended inputs and one XLR input provide connectivity for most systems, along with 4- and 8- Ohm speaker taps to accommodate your speaker of choice. One input can be assigned for pass-through function. A full-function metal remote control provides further functionality and operation. An optional tube cage will be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with all Audio Research products, the I\/50 is built entirely in our Minnesota facility by a team of skilled technicians and expert craftspeople. Offered in six colors, the I\/50 is the first product completely finished in-house. The Audio Research finishing lab encompasses a purpose-built painting facility and laser imaging and marking machines to produce a luxurious finish normally found only on much more expensive products. The Cerakote finish is not only beautiful, but designed to be enduring and easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe performance of the I\/50 belies its compact design. 50 watts of all-vacuum tube power energize your speakers with beautiful and lifelike music. Designed by the Audio Research engineering team and fine-tuned by Warren Gehl, the I\/50 has been given the same level of care and attention as our Reference Series products. The ability of the I\/50 to reconstruct a musical experience will thrill and excite all who hear it. Thanks to the substantial power supply and high current design, the I\/50 provides controlled and dynamic playback – even on challenging speakers. The Phono module provides 42 dB of gain, allowing a wide choice of moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges. The D\/A Converter will have multiple connection options and an array of decoding formats to accommodate the wide spectrum of music formats and resolutions. The I\/50 is a truly integrated product while providing renowned Audio Research performance and sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Research","offers":[{"title":"Gold","offer_id":53953885602129,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":53953885634897,"sku":"I\/50 Integrated Amplifier","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":53953885667665,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":53953885700433,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":53953885733201,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-22-at-12.18.04-PM.png?v=1780580624","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/i-50-integrated-amplifier","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}