Cary Audio CAD-300SEI Integrated Amplifier

Unlock the realm of unparalleled realism and detail with SET—Single-Ended Triode—an insider secret revered by tube enthusiasts. The CAD-300SEI harnesses this technology to deliver a pure, natural musical experience, eliminating distortions and revealing rich layers of detail, a lush midrange, and captivating dimensionality. Despite its modest 15-watt total output, this amplifier excels where others falter, creating a backdrop of silence against which every musical nuance flourishes.

Quiet yet powerful, the CAD-300SEI unveils the true essence of your favorite recordings, allowing you to discern the subtlest details—from the resonant tones of a Steinway piano to the nuanced timbres of a Stradivarius violin. Uncover hidden intricacies and experience music in its purest form. Praised by Head-Fi enthusiasts worldwide as one of the best headphone amplifiers available at any price, its integrated headphone output offers uncompromising amplification, utilizing the amplifier’s full circuitry for a transcendent listening experience. Elevate your audio journey with the CAD-300SEI—a testament to the timeless adage that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

Circuit Type
Single-Ended Class A
Power Output
15 watts
Input Sensitivity
.42 Volt for full output
Noise and Hum
-90 dB below full output
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 23 KHz +/- .75 dB
Inputs
CD, AUX1, AUX2, Headphone jack
Tubes
1 ea – 6SN7 Input
2 ea – 6SN7 Driver
2 ea – 300B Output
Power Transformer
1 ea – EI Laminate, 200% Duty Cycle
Output Transformer(s)
2 ea – EI Laminate Air Gap, 200% Duty Cycle
Resistors
1% Metal Film
Capacitors
Polypropylene Film with hand-soldered copper terminals (optional upgrades available)
Power Supply Capacitors
2 ea – 1200µF@250 VDC
AC Cord
3 Conductor, Detachable
AC Power Requirements
117/234 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
Consumption
107 watts – Operation
Warm-Up Time
3 Minutes
Break-In Time
100 hours of playing time
Finish
Anthracite black chassis with silver or black aluminum faceplate
Weight
51 lbs
Dimensions
8″ H x 14″ W x 14″ D