Sunfire by Bob Carver, Cinema Grand Signature Edition Architect's Choice Series II
For the music or home theater enthusiast who refuses to compromise—who demands both muscle and musicality, spectacle and subtlety—the Sunfire by Bob Carver Cinema Grand Signature Edition Architect's Choice Series II Amplifier delivers in-full. It is a piece of equipment that doesn’t just meet expectations; it defies them. A masterclass in design and sonic execution, it is the beating heart of a truly extraordinary home audio system. It also has the longest name of any amplifier we have represented. The sound signature of this 5-channel amp is equal parts muscle and finesse. It possesses the raw power to handle bombastic, high-octane movie soundtracks with jaw-dropping impact, yet it retains an audiophile’s sensitivity to texture, tone, and spatial nuance. Voices are rendered with stunning clarity and presence, ambient effects float naturally through the room, and musical instruments retain their full harmonic richness. Whether used in a dedicated theater or a high-end two-channel system, the Cinema Grand Signature maintains an unwavering grip on the audio signal, presenting every note and sound cue with astonishing detail and control. With a massive 400 watts per channel into 8 ohms—or a staggering 800 watts per channel into 4 ohms—the Cinema Grand drives even the most demanding speaker systems with unflinching authority. Much of the amplifier’s magic lies in its revolutionary "tracking downconverter power supply," a groundbreaking technology pioneered by Bob Carver himself. Unlike conventional amplifiers that rely on heavy, inefficient linear power supplies, the Sunfire Cinema Grand Signature employs a unique switching supply that intelligently follows the musical waveform. This allows it to deliver clean, stable power while remaining surprisingly compact and cool-running. Use this amp for 5-channel powerhouse duty, or wired for bi-amping a set of mains. Either way, the new user will not be disappointed. Demos of this extraordinary amp are available in Andover, MA. NOW $1,399 (plus sales tax and shipping, when applicable)