The B-110 is the successor to the B-100, which became the most sold
high-end amplifier ever from a Scandinavian audio manufacturer. However,
the B-110 takes a giant step forward in terms of musicality. The reviews
have confirmed the quality of the "old" B-100 by awarding
the B-100 a string of very favorable reviews: "You just can't
beat it", "rhythmic magic" and "build quality
that should embarrass everyone fighting in this price category"
- words that tell you it is time to open your ears and listen! The
new B-110 will exceed this in every respect! This completely new design
is simply sonically superior, because of the high-end details it inherits
from its close relation to the B-130 and B-150. The all new B-110
is a true High-End killer!
The volume is controlled by an extremely precise attenuator made
of Vishay metal film resistors, which is switched by relays controlled
by the microprocessor. Compared to a normal volume potentiometer
of the kind used in the majority of all preamps, the resistor network
has virtually no self induced noise and an extremely low distortion.
This results in an unsurpassed precision and refinement, and the
attenuator contains no less than 200 steps! This makes it possible
to adjust the volume very precisely (0.5 dB) even when the sound
is so low that an ordinary volume control would create an uneven
balance between left and right.
The B-110 output stage utilizes Densen’s unique ”DMCD”
(Densen Mass Current Distribution) technology. The B-110 is, as
with all other Densen amplifiers, a true non-feedback construction
(no global or local feedback), The DMCD technology also secures
an extremely firm grip on the speakers combined with a fast, precise
and truly transparent sound. As the B-110 is a wide bandwidth design
it goes straight to 400.000Hz, resulting in improved slew-rate.
The B-110 is built using surface mounting techniques, and the components
are mounted with a precision of 0.02mm (!) using silver solder.
All solderings are made in an artificial atmosphere, consisting
of nitrogen, to avoid oxidation of the solderings. The power supply
is massive, consisting of a 360VA transformer and having a storage
capacity of 70.000uF. Unusually for an amplifier, not all of the
capacitors are mounted in a capacitor bank, as some of them are
located directly adjoining the output stage for faster power delivery.
All resistors are laser trimmed metal film from Vishay with a precision
of 0.1%. The B-110 delivers 60W in 8 ohm and 120W in 4 ohm.
The transformer is custom-made for the B-110, and is winded using
a new technique. This technique reduces vibration from the transformer
and therefore reduces mechanical noise from the cabinet. At the
same time, this prevents mechanical vibrations from reaching the
delicate audio signals on the PCB. It also works as an isolation
transformer, thereby eliminating the need to use separate power
conditioners.
The special winding techniques used also ensure that the transformer
modulates less than is normal (for other amplifiers) during the
delivery of large amounts of current. Transformers normally lower
the voltage during the delivery of large amounts of current which
results in compression of the signal’s dynamics. As a result
of the new winding method the transformer in the B-110 is extremely
stiff, which means that the voltage does not drop under large current
deliveries.
The printed circuit board is made of Teflon, and is double sided
to allow for the signal on one side and the ground plane on the
other, thereby optimising interference free signal transfer.
The B-110 contains sockets for the SB Board for surround, DP-03
and DP-06 MM and MC stages. There is also the possibility of upgrading
the B-110 with the DNRG external power supply to further enhance
the sound quality, so as to experience truly breathtaking musical
experiences. The B-110 is also prepared for the SAXO electronic
crossover, so that the B-110 can be used in active systems. This
is done by mounting the crossover internally in the B-110 in a socket.
The SAXO crossover will fit all passive speakers on the market.
The DenLink system implemented in all Densen products allows 2-way
communication in multiroom installations. On the B-110, the link
system will allow the user to power up a link amplifier in the kitchen,
or another room, and then control the main system in for example
the living room, sending the signals to and from the kitchen, for
playback in another room. It will be possible to have full display
information in another room, with status on all products. The DenLink
/ Multiroom system is also prepared for controlling the lights,
so you will be able to dim them.
Audiophile Surround Sound
The SB boards (Surround Boards) are not a technological breakthrough,
but they are a revolution as far as new features go. The SB boards
are add-on boards for the B-110. The B-110 is a dedicated 2 channel
product initially, but by mounting the SB boards you get analog
5.1/ 7.1 line input and 5.1 / 7.1 line preout. This means you can
easily connect a surround processor, DVD-player or SACD-player.
With the SB boards implemented, you can connect a B-340 (4 channel
amplifier) and then have 6 channels (5+1) of high grade amplification.
This is a very easy and sonically superior way to enter the world
of home cinema or Super Audio surround.
The SB boards exist in two versions: the SB-02 board is the standard
version with a competitive price, allowing for easy Surround; SB-01
is the reference version, with extremely high quality preamp stages.
The SB-01 will give the same sound quality as the B-110 in all channels.
All 5.1 and/or 7.1 channels can be controlled from the Gizmo system
remote, so that you can adjust for perfect levels and balance between
the channels from your favourite listening and viewing position.
When you have the SB board installed in the B-110 you get unsurpassed
musicality for a 7.1 system. We do not hesitate to call it the first
real musical surround system ever.
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