Anthem STR Power Amplifier

The Definitive Flagship Power Amplifier The STR Power Amplifier is the beating heart of a world-class sound system, a statement in unwavering performance. As our flagship power amplifier, it is engineered to deliver immense power and audiophile-quality output in a single, elegantly designed component. Designed, engineered, and Crafted in Canada, the STR Power Amplifier delivers 400 Watts/channel into 8 ohms, 600 Watts/channel into 4 ohms, and a staggering 800 Watts/channel into 2 ohms—all with both channels driven. This is true no-holds-barred performance, providing immense headroom and effortless dynamics. Inside, a true dual-mono design with two colossal transformers and multiple high-current output devices ensures the most subtle details and dynamic peaks are handled with equal authority. Outside, its beautifully designed cosmetics—including a 7-inch graphic control display and secure, highly conductive audiophile connectors—make it a perfect sonic and visual match for the STR Preamplifier. Unwavering Power and Performance The STR Power Amplifier is a statement in unwavering performance, engineered to deliver immense power with absolute precision. It is a true powerhouse, capable of delivering 400 watts/channel into 8 ohms and 600 watts/channel into 4 ohms—all with both channels driven. At its peak, it provides a staggering 800 watts/channel into 2 ohms, ensuring true, no-holds-barred performance that effortlessly drives even the most demanding loudspeakers with complete authority. A Statement in Design and Engineering The STR Power Amplifier is a statement in both sound and design. Its luxurious and elegant contemporary aesthetic, including a striking 7-inch graphic control display and secure, highly-conductive audiophile connectors, provides a perfect visual and functional match for the STR Preamplifier. The Purity of Dual Mono The pursuit of sonic purity led to one conclusion: a true dual-mono design. The STR Power Amplifier features two colossal, independently-wound toroidal transformers—one for each channel. This meticulous engineering choice provides each channel with its own dedicated, uninterrupted power source, ensuring absolute channel separation and complete freedom from interference. The result is unyielding power, unwavering stability, and a soundstage with pin-point accuracy and stunning realism. Intelligent Protection,  Uncompromised Sound We believe in protecting your investment without ever compromising on performance. The STR Power Amplifier incorporates our proprietary Advanced Load Monitoring (ALM™) technology, a state-of-the-art system that continuously monitors temperature, current, and voltage to ensure peak performance and long-term reliability. Unlike conventional protection circuits, ALM is non-invasive, meaning it only engages under extreme conditions. This allows the amplifier to deliver its full dynamic potential without any audible interference, providing you with a sound that is as transparent as it is dynamic.