Audio Research CL60 Tube Power Amplifier

•⁠  ⁠Overview – Audio Research CL60 Tube Power Amplifier, released in 1998, is a pure Class AB tube power amplifier using vacuum-tube output stages, delivering refined harmonic richness, excellent control, and the signature Audio Research balance between power and musicality.

•⁠  ⁠Tube Power Design – Designed for demanding audiophile systems, it offers authoritative bass grip and expansive soundstaging, while preserving midrange liquidity and treble openness that tube enthusiasts value in reference two-channel setups.

•⁠  ⁠System Synergy – The Audio Research CL60 Tube Power Amplifier integrates seamlessly with both tube and solid-state preamplifiers, excelling with revealing loudspeakers and providing stable performance across varied impedance loads and musical genres.

•⁠  ⁠Specifications – Rated at 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms, uses 6550 output tubes, fully balanced topology, high-current power supply, wide bandwidth response, and substantial output transformers for low distortion and dynamic headroom.

•⁠  ⁠Dimensions – Approx. 483 mm (W) × 267 mm (H) × 432 mm (D), featuring Audio Research’s classic chassis design with ample ventilation for reliable tube operation and compatibility with standard hi-fi racks.

•⁠  ⁠Weight – Approximately 29 kg, reflecting heavy transformers, rugged internal construction, and extensive shielding essential for stable thermal performance and long-term reliability in high-power tube amplification.