Teac Announces Two New Amplifiers for 2019!

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ, January 9, 2019 – Onkyo USA today announced the distribution of two new amplifiers from TEAC: the new AX-505 Stereo Integrated Amplifier (MSRP $1,599.99 USD) and the AP-505 Stereo Power Amplifier (MSRP $1,599.99 USD). The new units will be available in January and February, respectively. 

“TEAC has a long-established reputation for creating innovative products designed for producing high fidelity audio and the AP-505 and AX-505 are worthy newcomers,” said Don Milks, Director of Marketing & Product Localization for Onkyo USA. “We are excited to debut these two impressive products at CES and provide them the media and retail exposure they deserve.” 

Available in January, the AX-505 features a Hypex Ncore class D power amplifier that is specifically tuned for TEAC and has a rated output of 70W+70W (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%). The power amplifier section integrates protection circuits to guard against current surge, over-voltage as well as over-heating. 

The unit uses a toroidal-core power transformer which improves ability of the power supply to resist fluctuations in output. A stable power supply output means the AX-505 can maintain its rated output power under heavy load conditions. Additionally, the power section integrates Schottky barrier diodes to increase efficiency and reduce the amount of heat generated. 

The quality of the AX-505 is revealed in its design details and features. The unit is encased in an aluminum cabinet with machined aluminum knobs and large, gold-plated screw-style speaker terminals, and features a cooling-fan-less design for Hi-Fi listening. The VU meters come with a four-step dimmable, backlight and AD/DA circuits, while the headphone amplifier with CCLC delivers full low-frequency audio and a robust headphone soundstage. 

• Hypex Ncore Class-D Power Amplifier tuned for TEAC
• Balanced Circuit Design throughout Input section to Output
• Power Amplifier section with Protection Circuits for Current Surge, Over-voltage, and Over-heating
• VU Meters with AD/DA Circuits display Listening Level Volume
  (with 4-step dimmable backlight)
• Power Supply section with Schottky-barrier Diodes
• Toroidal-core Power Transformer
• Headphone Amplifier with CCLC
• Large-sized Screw-type Speaker Terminals (Gold-plated)
• Aluminum Cabinet (Front, Top, Sides)
• Machined Aluminum Knobs
• Auto-power Saving
• Cooling Fan-less design for Hi-Fi listening
• Remote Control
• Available in Black and Silver

• Rated Output Power:
  115W+115W (4 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%)
  70W+70W (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%)
• Compatible Speaker Impedance:
  4 to 8 ohms
• THD:
  0.002%
  (XLR IN 1V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, 12.5W JEITA)
• S/N Ratio:
  110dB
  (XLR IN 6V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, HIF-A)
• Frequency Response:
  10Hz to 50kHz
  (‒5dB, XLR IN 1V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, 1W JEITA)
• Speaker Terminals:
  Screw type x 1 set
• Headphone Jack:
  3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack x 1
  Headphone Power: 360mW+360mW
  (XLR IN 1kHz 6V, 32 ohms loaded, THD 10% JEITA)
• Operation Power:
  AC 120V, 60Hz (US/Canada)
• Power Consumption:
  55 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D):
  1.4” x 3.2” x 10.4”
  290 x 81.2 x 264 mm
• Weight:
  (TBA)

Like its above counterpart, the AP-505 boasts many of the same features including the same quality design aesthetic found in the AX-505 to include the addition of three-position patent-registered Pin-Point feet 

The stereo amp also features the Hypex Ncore Class-D power Amplifier rated at 70W+70W (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%), with a Bridge Tied Load (BTL) output configuration of 200W (8 ohms, monaural) that is part of three distinct output modes (switchable): Stereo mode, BTL mode (bridge mode) and Bi-Amp mode (dual monaural). 

• Hypex Ncore Class-D Power Amplifier tuned for TEAC
• Balanced Circuit Design throughout Input section to Output
• 3 Output Modes (Switchable)
  – Stereo mode
  – BTL mode (Bridge mode)
  – Bi-Amp mode (Dual monaural)
• Power Amplifier section with Protection Circuits for Current Surge, Over-voltage, and Over-heating
• VU Meters with AD/DA Circuits display Listening Level Volume
  (with 4-step dimmable backlight)
• Power Supply section with Schottky-barrier Diodes
• Toroidal-core Power Transformer
• Large-sized Screw-type Speaker Terminals (Gold-plated)
• Aluminum Cabinet (Front, Top, Sides)
• 3-position Patent-registered Pin-point Feet
• Auto-power Saving
• Cooling Fan-less design for Hi-Fi listening
• Available in Black and Silver

• Rated Output Power:
  115W+115W (4 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%)
  70W+70W (8 ohms, 1kHz, THD 0.8%)
• BTL Output Power:
  250W (4 ohms, Monaural)
  200W (8 ohms, Monaural)
• Compatible Speaker Impedance:
  4 to 8 ohms
• THD:
  0.002%
  (XLR IN 1V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, 12.5W JEITA)
• S/N Ratio:
  110dB
  (XLR IN 6V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, HIF-A)
• Frequency Response:
  10Hz to 50kHz
  (‒5dB, XLR IN 1V, 1kHz, 8 ohms, 1W JEITA)
• Analog Inputs:
  RCA x 1 pair (Unbalanced)
  XLR x 1 pair (Balanced)
• Speaker Terminals:
  Screw type x 1 set
• Operation Power:
  AC 120V, 60Hz (US/Canada)
• Power Consumption:
  55 W
• Dimensions (W x H x D):
  11.4” x 3.3” x 10.4”
  290 x 84.5 x 264 mm

About TEAC

TEAC Corporation has been a world leader in recording technology for over five decades. From simple magnetic recording devices to sophisticated digital and optical equipment, CD and DVD printers, TEAC has created a wide variety of innovative products for creating and enjoying music, as well as disk printing, publishing, industrial and aerospace applications. 

About Onkyo USA

Located in Upper Saddle River, NJ, Onkyo USA is a privately held corporation wholly owned by Chief Executive Officer, Jason Sausto, and is one of the leading marketing and distribution companies for world-class consumer electronics brands that currently include Onkyo, Pioneer, Pioneer ELITE, Integra, TEAC and Esoteric.