Stereo Amplifier Series 7

Croft Acoustics Ltd.; Birmingham

  • Year
  • 2010 ?
  • Category
  • Audio Amplifier or -mixer
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 362008

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Tubes
  • 1
  • Number of Transistors
  • 4
  • Main principle
  • Audio-Amplification; Hi-Fi-High End products
  • Wave bands
  • - without
  • Power type and voltage
  • Alternating Current supply (AC) / 115 / 230 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • - This model requires external speaker(s).
  • Power out
  • 80 W (undistorted)
  • Material
  • Metal case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Stereo Amplifier Series 7 - Croft Acoustics Ltd.;
  • Shape
  • Tablemodel, low profile (big size).
  • Notes
  • Croft Acoustics Series 7

    • Type: Stereo hybrid power amplifier
    • Input Stage:
      • Single ECC83 (12AX7) dual-triode vacuum tube for voltage amplification.
      • Output Stage:
      • High-quality MOSFETs for current amplification and speaker drive.
    • Topology:
      • Minimalist hybrid design: tube input, MOSFET output.
    • Power Output:
      • 45–50 watts per channel into 8 ohms (stereo configuration).
    • Construction:
      • Hand-wired, point-to-point assembly; no printed circuit boards.
      • Shared chassis design with other Croft models to reduce cost.
    • Inputs/Outputs:
      • Pair of RCA input jacks, output binding posts for speakers.
    • Sound/Performance:
      • Prioritises musicality, inner detail, and control.
      • Performs best with speakers of ~90dB sensitivity or higher.
    • Physical Characteristics:
      • Relatively lightweight due to a modest transformer and minimalist construction.
    • Typical Use:
      • Suitable for moderate to high-sensitivity speakers, both budget and high-end systems.

    Summary:
    The Series 7 is a minimalist stereo hybrid amplifier with a tube input and MOSFET output, designed for high musicality and value. The Series 7R is a monoblock, regulated version with a larger power supply and additional voltage regulation, offering enhanced channel separation, control, and sonic refinement.

  • Mentioned in
  • -- Original prospect or advert
  • Author
  • Model page created by Gary Cowans. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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