Aavik I-880 Integrated Amplifier

Description

Aavik I-880 Integrated Amplifier

The Aavik i-880 Integrated Amplifier is a flagship pure Class A design that combines massive power, innovative noise-reduction technologies, and elegant Danish craftsmanship. For audiophiles who value lifelike realism and natural sound, the i-880 stands as a new benchmark in high-end audio performance.

Why Choose the Aavik i-880 Integrated Amplifier?
With 200 watts of pure Class A power into 8 ohms, the i-880 offers effortless speaker control and a musical presentation that feels organic and detailed. Its capacitor bank design places energy reserves directly next to each output transistor, shortening the signal path and dramatically reducing noise. The result is greater transparency, tighter dynamics, and improved efficiency compared to conventional Class A amplifiers.

Advanced Class A Circuitry
The Aavik i-880 maintains a constant bias spread of 0.63 volts above the required current, ensuring it always operates in true Class A mode. This advanced design delivers up to 2×200 watts into 8 ohms, guaranteeing headroom, stability, and the smooth, natural sound that Class A amplification is famous for.

Resonant Mode Power Supply
Unlike traditional amplifiers that rely on noisy switch-mode supplies, the i-880 uses sine-wave driven resonant mode power supplies. With four 500-watt modules and large capacitor banks, it can deliver peak currents above 80 amps. This ensures explosive dynamics, deep bass control, and an ultra-low noise floor for an immersive listening experience.

Ultra-Low Noise Volume Control
Volume adjustments on the i-880 are managed through an inverted amplifier topology with virtual ground. This keeps the signal intact, preserving the lowest signal-to-noise ratio even at very low listening levels. The result is crystal-clear playback with a silent background.

Tesla Coil Noise Suppression
The i-880 integrates Ansuz Tesla Coil technology to eliminate voltage spikes and airborne RF noise. By cancelling unwanted interference, the amplifier achieves a strikingly black background that allows even the smallest musical details to emerge naturally, enhancing soundstage depth and realism.

Analog Active Crossover
Aavik’s analog active crossover system ensures seamless integration of subwoofers and 2.1 home theater setups without latency. It can also act as an analog room correction tool, reducing low-frequency resonance for cleaner, more accurate bass reproduction. Unlike digital DSP systems, this approach preserves timing and musical integrity.

Danish Design and Craftsmanship
Designed by Flemming Erik Rasmussen, the Aavik i-880 features a solid copper enclosure that reduces resonance and hysteresis. Its sandwich base construction, titanium accents, and cooling fins combine aesthetics with performance. A tactile titanium volume knob and modern LCD touchscreen provide both luxury and usability.

Listening Experience
The Aavik i-880 creates a vast, three-dimensional soundstage filled with natural tone and musical flow. Subtle details are revealed against a silent background, while dynamics remain effortless and controlled. From delicate passages to thunderous crescendos, the i-880 delivers music with breathtaking realism.

Specifications:
Amplifier Section

•     Output Power: 2 × 200W (8 ohm), 2 × 400W (4 ohm)
•     Volume Control: 76 dB in 1 dB steps
•     Distortion (THD): <0.007% (10W, 1 kHz, 8 ohm)
•     Output Impedance: 50 ohm

Aavik Noise Reduction Technologies

•     Active Square Tesla Coils: 311
•     Active Tesla Coils: 132
•     Active Zirconium Anti-Aerial Resonance Tesla Coils: 20
•     Dither Circuitry: 18
•     Active Zirconium Cable Anti-Aerial Resonance Tesla Coils: 4

Connections

•     Line Inputs: 5 total
•     Line 1–4: Gain 5–15 dB; Max input 4.5V RMS
•     Line 5: Gain 1–11 dB; Max input 6.5V RMS
•     Input Impedance: 10K ohm
•     Pre Out: 1 single-ended RCA
•     Max Output: 7.5V RMS
•     Distortion (Line Stage): <0.005% (THD at 1 kHz, 1V input)

Power Consumption

•     Standby: <1W
•     Idle: <150W

Dimensions & Weight

•     Size (L × W × H): 580 × 510 × 155 mm (22 × 20 × 6 in)
•     Weight: 36 kg (79 lbs)