A perfectly pure AC electrical mains supply is the primary need of any high-end system. Just like the ‘blood of the metabolism’, the mains needs to be purified in order to achieve real-life dynamic contrasts. This is the absolute foundation of any truly high-end reference system. Such dynamic contrasts are fundamental to achieve the goal of emotionally engaging musical involvement.
Minimising distortion to the lowest possible levels is achievable by bringing critically selected – often extremely costly – components of the highest quality together in perfect synergy. All internal wiring in Absolare products is comprised of Echole Obsession Signature wherever possible. All solder used is of the highest grade and lowest distortion available using a combination of Silver/Gold/Palladium, Japanese artisans prepare the 30 micron gold plated tube sockets sockets for the connections. No detail escapes the careful scrutiny of Absolare’s engineer’s in the process of design and production.
Achieving the perfect level of attenuation of harmful resonance is vital in all Absolare products to preserve the full dynamic envelope, focus and timing, and harmonic resolution. This is why Absolare’s preamplifier and power amplifier chassis are based upon an internal machined billet of solid alloy and supplied with some of the most sophisticated feet available. The transformers are mounted upon on critically selected blocks of Pallisander timber. Each chassis is carefully designed to work in perfect harmony with the feet. The Absolare Bullets are made of aircraft grade aluminum alloy to preserve the resonance stability. The Racks are manufactured by laminating carefully selected layers of African Rosewood with organic epoxy to achieve consistent resonance characteristics in each unique project in a process taking many weeks to complete.
If a superior component is ever discovered the, Absolare principle dictates to go, and get it. It is this simple. Regardless of the cost, the ultimate performance necessitates the best available components are always used. The manufacturing and component cost of Absolare productions may perhaps be record-breaking in terms of their cost. 5 different expert facilities feed the Absolare workshops in 2 continents for the chassis design only. The PASSION preamplifiers tube housing is carved from a single block of aircraft aluminum alloy , before being hand painted with Nano-technology grade car paint. The interior structures are always machined from solid billet, with a precision tolerance of 0.01mm. Even the rods inside are composed of the hardest steel chosen for superior resonance characteristics. This is just a small fraction of the Absolare processes…
Award winning industrial designers are an integral part of the Absolare team. In the end, most music lovers place their components within their living rooms. Design can never be overlooked. For this reason, Absolare has assembled a team of the best leather artisans to realise their design ambitions to the highest calibre of workmanship available. Leather color options are also available for the music lover’s individual preference to best suit their room’s décor.
Imagine a beautiful timber wall behind your sound system, made from laminated solid Walnut or Pallisander. Imagine that it not only creates a beautiful look, but also acts as a Helmhotz resonator, correcting the phase shifts of the acoustic environment, bringing the collapsed mid-range presentation to normal, and enabling the speakers to completely disappear. The Absolare Acoustic captains will not be modest in what they do, since what they do is unique.
From the leather application and wood working, to the transformer winding techniques and the assembly technicians, Absolare has diligently sought the best artisans in their respective fields of expertise. This carefully chosen team has become an integral part of the Absolare soul – their collective passion is the soul of Absolare, upholding the aim of achieving the highest standards possible in every aspect of production.Passion to excel is the single drive at the core of this collective consciousness. Music has a very powerful touch, yet the Absolare ‘touch’ is perceived by our clients as a magical one. With this passion, Absolare strives to redefine the experience of the music lover.
Absolare Passion Linestage Preamplifier
Passion for performance is in our veins.
Absolare PASSION has been designed with the goal of creating the purest most emotionally engaging preamplifier ever developed. A preamplifier capable of of conveying the deepest musical integrity within the most faithful reproduction of recorded performance possible. To succeed is to celebrate an unprecedented level of (the ‘absolute best’) performance amongst all ultra high-end line-stage preamplifiers.
Through several years of methodical research the Absolare team has indeed come to believe that there is an absolute in terms of identifying the right components and correctly implementing them within the ultimate minimalist pre-amplifier design. A perfectly synergized ensemble of customized, cost-no-object,and rare components all critically chosen for their superior performance, ensures this pre-amplifier is built upon a foundation without compromise.
The design principle in the Absolare PASSION preamplifier is best reflected in the following three words ‘Purity, Control, and Power.’ Purity of signal, Control of resonance and clean Power.
In order to attain the most silent, fastest and truthful of preamplifiers, there are many aspects that need to come together in perfect synergy.
Absolare PASSION has the shortest possible signal path. All solder is a proprietary mixture of Silver, Gold and Palladium to perfectly match the unique metallurgy of the Echole cabling used for the signal path. The vintage non-magnetic resistors and true non-polar Blackgate capacitors support the ultra-matched Mundorf Silver/Gold Oil capacitors and 30 micron gold plated RCA connectors. The Absolare team also concluded that the Japanese SEIDEN input selectors and stepped attenuator were superior to all others and have implemented custom-manufactured versions for the PASSION preamplifier.
Furthermore, the importance of resonance control is the key to Absolare’s ultimate performance.Utilising Palisander (one of the most expensive timbers in the world) for the chassis support, it plays a critical role in allowing the vivid portrayal of a totally coherent soundstage with maximum resolution and secondary harmonics. In a compelling manner unique amongst exotic timbers, there are no tonal shifts or loss of musicality.
A sophisticated power supply is essential to allow the gain-stage to fully realize its true potential for perfection. An internal Echole Obsession Signature level power cord, combined with state of the art transformers and the true no-compromise filmfolio capacitors deliver unrivalled ‘pure’ power. The highest quality components are all critically chosen underlining the importance of the power supply path and the latter stages of power are then carried with 7N purity copper.
Absolare believes that ultimate grounding is critical, which is why the PASSION uses Echole’s proprietry Signature-Grade Silver/Gold/Palladium alloy even as the ground conductor.
The purity of the signal path can only be preserved within a design embodying the ultimate in elegant simplicity. Following a methodical process of precision engineering, point to point wiring is combined with the highest performing Echole Obsession interconnect to form the shortest signal path possible.
Passion for performance is in our veins. In the end, the Absolare team design and build with one thing in mind ; to redefine the audiophile experience.
"Absolare Passion Single-Ended Preamplifier" & "Absolare Passion Balanced Preamplifier"
In both models, there is a further refined Signature version available.In addition to the use of critical some NOS tantalum resistors, Signature version incorporates Duelund Cast Capacitors in the critical parts of the signal path. Standard version already built with a recordbraking quality, the Signature version carries the performance to new heights.
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Absolare Passion Power Amplifier
The tipping point in True 50 Watts Performance in Class A
The new benchmark in 50 Watts Class A performance.
Absolare has an unparallelled collaborative approach to building the ultimate
Paralleled Single-Ended Power Amplifier.
The signal path has a unique design with an extremely sophisticated power
topology. The hand-wound power and output transformers are carefully
assembled by the most dedicated artisans in the world. The sophistication of
the signal and power design is poised upon a foundation of absolute resonance
control. The aircraft-grade monoblock alloy internal structure protects the
quality of the signal from all electromagnetic interference and the harmonics are
preserved through the utmost attention to controlling unwanted resonance. In
addition to its level of design, the cost of the entire inventory of exotic, critically
chosen components are of the highest quality and represent a unique blend of
luxury and performance. For example, the internal signal wiring exclusively
utilises the proprietary metallurgy of Echole’s reference Obsession Signature
grade interconnects.
What is explained so far is just a part of the story.
Following years of careful preparation, with the development of the Passion
power amplifiers, the Absolare team heralds a new perspective in Single-Ended
tube amplification.
From the schematics to the power capacitors, from gold sockets to the best
carbon resistors and custom Silver/Gold capacitors, ever single detail of the
point to point construction is aimed to reveal the magic within the music.
This magical touch should not be confused with any coloration in the
performance. Quite the contrary, the ultimate aim is to allow the Single-Ended
topology the ultimate expression to perform naturally yet neutral, musically
involving yet without a discernible sonic signature, with a new level of dynamic
contrast and control unprecedented in today’s Single-Ended designs.
In a single statement, the combination of design effort and the cost of the
components involved is unique for the high-end audio community. Our clients – who are the opinion leaders of their respective countries define the
Absolare Passion Poweramplifier as an amplification without a ‘sound of her
own’. With pure Class A output and no feedback, the driving capability of the
amplifier is incomparable to conventional, similarly powered tube amplifiers.
To many ears, it has the extreme detail of the best Single-Ended amplification,
whilst having the full control of the most ambitious Push-Pull designs.
Absolare Passion power amplifiers deliver a true 50 Watts of pure Class A power.
Such high quality power would easily drive most low sensitivity speakers.
To seamlessly combine the ‘best of both worlds’, the Absolare team have
dedicated thousands of hours to customize all aspects of component synergy to
achieve the unique quality of the most compellingly realistic reproduction of the
recorded performance possible.
"Absolare Passion Single-Ended Preamplifier" & "Absolare Passion Balanced Preamplifier"
In both models, there is a further refined Signature version available.
In addition to the use of critical some NOS tantalum resistors, the
Signature version incorporates Duelund Cast Capacitors in the critical
parts of the signal path. Standard version already built with a record-
braking quality, the Signature version carries the performance to new
heights.
Parallel Single Ended, Class-A, Zero-Feedback
Absolare Bybee Purifier
Absolare’s unique strategic partnership with Bybee Technologies, USA has brought together Absolare’s expertise in metallurgy and resonance control with Jack Bybee’s groundbreaking Quantum Purification technology. The result is a product of unprecedented performance. The Absolare Bybee Purifier is a state of the art electrical mains distribution device which will actually ‘purify’ the mains. Without compromising current flow, this purified AC power perfectly preserves the full gamut of dynamics and harmonics in music. If we consider the analogy of the human body, a perfectly balanced audio system allows unhindered transmission of electrical power through the system’s chain of components in the same manner blood flows easily within a healthy body’s circulatory system. Absolare Bybee Purifiers differ from all other power ‘filters’ or ‘conditioners’ by purifying the system’s ‘blood’ using jointly developed proprietary versions of Bybee’s pioneering quantum-level technology. With any playback system, the quality of the final musical (or visual) experience depends on maintaining absolute fidelity of the signal’s transmission. As the complex dynamic flow of electrons interact within the conductive materials of cables and circuits, very low-level (quantum) noises are generated. As quantum noise energy accumulates in the propagating signal, low-level details pertaining to ambience, soundstage, timbre, dynamics, color fidelity and image resolution are obscured, robbing the presentation of vividness and a sense of life and vitality. As with all Absolare equipment, each component is of the highest quality and critically selected for specific applications. Internally wired with actual Echole Obsession SIGNATURE Powercords and fitted with customized versions of the highest grade of AC sockets from Oyaide in Japan, Absolare also incorporates customised Mundorf silver/gold capacitors to further improve the current. Specially developed composites critically attenuate the spectrum of resonance of the Bybee Modules and all other internal components, perfectly preserving the music’s dynamic and harmonic complexities.
Type: Passive Electrical Mains Distribution Device.
Application: The device is designed supply an entire audio system, including all
types of power amplifiers.
AC Input: The device can be used with 110-120 Volt AC & 220-240 Volt AC
electrical mains supply. There is a 15A circuit breaker.
AC Outputs: Available in two versions both with six outlets – (a) six European
Schuko AC outlets or (b) three sets of duplex US AC outlets.
Components: Oyaide Silver/Palladium coated IEC receptacle.
Oyaide Silver/Palladium coated AC outlets.
Echole Obsession Signature powercord internal wiring..
Jack Bybee designed non-current limiting EMI/RFI filtering devices.
Mundorf custom SilverGold 800AC capacitors.
Absolare proprietory resonance control composite treating all
Absolare Bullets
To what level can total Harmonic Distortion be diminished? In carefully designed systems, it can be extremely low, yet it still exists to some extent and is never desirable.. Absolare Bullets are specially designed to not process the signal in the way that conventional intermediary devices do, so they are not a ‘tweak’ in the general sense. Just the contrary, the distortion is eradicated, or ‘purified’ with a single, yet sophisticated touch. Both ends of the Bullets are covered with the highest grade Palladium-plated Silver terminations to preserve and enhance their performance. The front section is pure teflon, and the main body is machined from aircraft-grade aluminium for the ultimate in resonance control.This fine touch allows the organic qualities of musicality and dynamic contrast that is inherent in the system to be revealed. The increase in performance is subtle and immediate. Once again, this process is not additive – it is a reviving mechanism that is essential for the correct presentation of the totality of the recorded musical event. For European clients, it is possible to visit the Absolare Showroom at Connaisseur-Audio in Beverwijk, Netherlands to experience this pioneering signal purification technology personally.
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Leather Options
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Absolare’s vision of sonic purity is founded upon the principle of collaboration. An international design team of dedicated engineers, audio designers and craftsmen are all committed to realising the Absolare vision. Through rigorous research and innovative design, all Absolare products are meticulously manufactured using the highest quality components and assembled from scratch by the Absolare team.
Absolare’s Pre-amplifiers, Power Amplifiers, Electrical Mains Distribution Devices, Signal Purifiers, Resonance Control and Architecural Acoustic Panels are all developed from the ground up in accordance within this same rigorous process.
Such a collective consciousness working together as one to re-define the experience of the audiophile is perhaps unique in the high-end audio industry.
Absolare’s philosophy considers the only way to achieve a truly natural reproduction of musical performance is through a team of the most competent experts working in a true spirit of collaboration towards the shared goal of sonic purity.
Absolare’s designers have all focused on a single aspect in their lifetime. They focus on what they love most, and hence their skills and knowledge are in total and perfect harmony. The Absolare team achieve perfect synergy through a no-compromise, cost-no-object approach to every step of each product’s development. For example, the legendary Japanese designer Mr Noriyasu Komuro – who has consistently designed some of the most ingenious amplifiers and preamplifiers over the past 25 years – is a key part of the Absolare team. Mr Komuro’s unparalled wisdom in amplifier design is seamlessly combined with Absolare’s uncompromising standards. This has resulted in exceptional designs, of the utmost sophistication, producing unprecedented levels of performance – regardless of price.
Absolare sheds light on unique Single Ended designs – Absolare PASSION Preamplifier and Power Amplifier. The mission has been to reach a new level of musical involvement within the realm of Single Ended topologies. The extremely short minimal nature of the signal path; the electromagnetic isolation of the signal section from the power section; the use of ultra-high quality components in absolute synergy; the perfect balance of resonance characteristics, and the unique winding and crimping techniques of the artisans producing the transformers are only part of the unique qualities of Absolare products.>
Mr Jack Bybee, the renowned Stanford physicist has focussed his 60 years of research expertise and customized the Bybee purification devices in partnership with Absolare. The working principle of the Absolare Bybee units is also unique.
Absolare Bybee components can be called a true innovation in the areas of electrical mains and signal ‘purification’. Quite contrary to the mains devices in the market today, the Absolare Bybee Purifier improves the mains while preserving the harmonics of music without any limit to current delivery. It would be inaccurate to call the units ‘filters’, as they are actually not filters in the strict sense. Absolare technology, combined with Bybee technology has a noise reduction mechanism effective in mains and low-level signal transmission. The use of Echole Cable’s Signature level powercords internally, combined with Oyaide’s Silver/Palladium electrical outlets, enable the purest mains performance possible. In all Absolare equipment, the importance of the aesthetics of the industrial design, are never underestimated. All products can readily be identified as ‘Absolare’ by music lovers as absolute works of art in the realm of high-end audio. Absolare’s award winning industrial designers are a core part of the Absolare team. These renowned designers are able to bring together the most exotic specialist timbers and highest quality leather in exquisite harmony, while preserving Absolare’s life-like sonic performance. Room Acoustics and Resonance Control are fundamental to any successful high-end audio performance. Absolare’s timber architectural products and equipment supports are painstakingly crafted to exacting standards by a team of highly skilled and respected craftsmen. To achieve the most natural resonance characteristic possible, slices of East African Rosewood are laminated with organic epoxies to form the basis of Absolare’s racks and custom wall mounted helmholtz resonators. The Absolare Racks and Acoustic Panels have the perfectly beautiful timber facsia (Walnut, Bubinga or Pallisander). As with all of Absolare’s products there are never any short cuts taken during manufacture with production spanning weeks and sometimes even months. The result is tailor-made resonance and acoustic components that will maximize any system’s performance whilst adding the visual sophistication of an elegant architectural touch.
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