Linn Klimax Solo 800 Mono Power Amplifier | 800W | Martins Hi-Fi

Linn Klimax Solo 800 mono amplifier - 800W into 4Ω, Adaptive Bias Control, exceptional efficiency. Ultimate power amplification. Authorised UK dealer. Call 01603 627010.

Uncompromising power. Zero compromise.

The Klimax Solo 800 rewrites power amplifier design from first principles. Adaptive Bias Control eliminates crossover distortion in real-time. Extraordinary efficiency delivers 800W without fans or excessive heat. This is amplification so accurate, it reveals precisely what your speakers can do—nothing more, nothing less.

Features & Benefits

Adaptive Bias Control Technology

Sixteen output transistors, each monitored and optimised individually in real-time. Digital control loops measure, sample, and adjust bias current dynamically for every transistor. Crossover distortion is eliminated at any temperature, any volume, any musical demand. The technology adapts throughout the amplifier's lifetime as components age.

Exceptional Power Delivery

800W into 4Ω, 1,200W into 2Ω—genuine power when your speakers demand it. The Solo 800 drives difficult loads with complete authority whilst maintaining linearity. No compression during orchestral crescendos, no strain with complex electronic music. Just effortless dynamic range.

Staggeringly Low Distortion

Relentless optimisation at every internal stage produces distortion measurements that challenge measurement equipment. Your speakers reproduce the music signal with negligible added harmonics or background noise. What you hear is your source and speakers—not amplifier artifacts.

Superior Heat Management

No internal fans. No compromised performance during extended listening. Power supply and amplification circuitry mount directly to massive, critically efficient heatsinks. Cool-running design maintains component properties during the most demanding passages, ensuring consistent performance indefinitely.

Exceptional Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Blacker backgrounds mean greater dynamic contrast and finer detail resolution. The Solo 800's noise floor sits so far below the music that even the quietest instrumental details emerge clearly. Micro-dynamics that lesser amplifiers mask become audible.

Mono Configuration Advantages

Dedicated monoblock design eliminates channel interaction and optimises power supply for single-channel demands. Shorter signal paths and simplified circuitry deliver purer amplification. Stereo separation is absolute—each channel operates in complete independence.

Universal Speaker Compatibility

Engineered to drive any speaker optimally under any conditions. Complex crossovers, low impedances, difficult phase angles—the Solo 800 handles demanding loads without audible strain. Your speakers finally perform as their designers intended.

Consistent Output Regardless of Conditions

Temperature variations, mains voltage fluctuations, component aging—the Solo 800 compensates for variables that compromise conventional amplifiers. Adaptive technology maintains accuracy throughout the amplifier's operational life. Performance today equals performance a decade hence.

Efficient Circuit Design

High efficiency means more musical energy reaches your speakers, less energy becomes waste heat. The Solo 800 delivers reference-level performance whilst consuming less power than rivals offering similar output. Efficiency serves both sonic and environmental goals.

Klimax Build Quality

Machined casework, premium internal components, meticulous assembly standards. Every detail reflects Linn's flagship engineering philosophy. The Solo 800 is built to perform at reference standard for decades, not years.

Technical Specifications

Power Output

• Continuous Power (4Ω): 800W per channel
• Continuous Power (2Ω): 1,200W per channel
• Continuous Power (8Ω): 400W per channel
• Configuration: Monoblock (one amplifier per channel)

Performance

• Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.001% (20Hz-20kHz at rated power)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >120dB (A-weighted)
• Frequency Response: 5Hz-50kHz (±0.1dB)
• Damping Factor: >1000 (at 1kHz, 8Ω)
• Input Impedance: 47kΩ (balanced), 22kΩ (unbalanced)

Technology

• Bias Control: Adaptive Bias Control (digital real-time optimisation)
• Output Stage: Sixteen individually monitored and controlled transistors
• Protection: Comprehensive thermal, DC, and overload protection
• Cooling: Passive (large-surface heatsinks, no fans)

Connectivity

• Inputs: Balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA
• Outputs: Professional-grade speaker binding posts
• Trigger: 12V in/out for system automation

Physical Specifications

• Casework: Machined aluminium Klimax chassis
• Heatsinks: Large surface area, critically efficient design
• Dimensions: 380mm (W) x 170mm (H) x 460mm (D)
• Weight: Approximately 28kg per monoblock
• Finish: Black, Silver

Power Requirements

• Mains Voltage: 100-240V AC (auto-sensing)
• Power Consumption (Idle): <50W
• Power Consumption (Maximum): Dependent on speaker load and programme material
• Mains Connection: IEC power inlet

Operation

• Warm-up Time: Instant-on design (no extended warm-up required)
• Standby Mode: Intelligent low-power standby
• Status Indication: LED power/status indicators

System Integration

• Recommended Preamp: Linn Klimax DSM, Selekt DSM, or reference-quality preamplifiers
• Speaker Compatibility: Universal (optimised for any load impedance or sensitivity)
• Multi-channel: Use multiple Solo 800s for multi-channel systems

Origin

• Designed and manufactured in Scotland

Warranty

• Comprehensive manufacturer warranty
• Lifetime support through authorised dealers

Why Buy from Martins Hi-Fi

As Linn Klimax specialists, we provide expert consultation on system matching and demonstrate the Solo 800 with speakers ranging from efficient monitors to demanding floorstanders. Our Norwich demonstration facilities feature complete Klimax systems, allowing you to experience this amplifier's capabilities with familiar music. We offer professional installation including optimal placement and cable specification, comprehensive system setup, and lifetime support. Trade-in allowances available against your existing amplification when upgrading to Klimax Solo 800.

Call: 01603 627010 | Email: info@martinshifi.co.uk

FAQ Section

Q: Do I need two Solo 800 amplifiers for stereo?
Yes. The Solo 800 is a monoblock design—one amplifier per channel. For stereo, you'll need two units. This configuration eliminates channel interaction, optimises power supply for single-channel demands, and provides absolute stereo separation. The sonic benefits justify the dual-chassis approach.

Q: What speakers work best with the Klimax Solo 800?
The Solo 800 is engineered to drive any speaker optimally. Efficient monitors, demanding floorstanders, complex multi-way designs with difficult impedance curves—the Solo 800 handles them all with authority. Its Adaptive Bias Control and exceptional linearity mean your speakers finally perform as their designers intended, regardless of sensitivity or impedance characteristics.

Q: How does Adaptive Bias Control improve sound quality?
Crossover distortion occurs when output transistors transition between conducting and non-conducting states. Conventional amplifiers set fixed bias currents as compromise. The Solo 800 monitors each of sixteen output transistors individually and adjusts bias current in real-time, eliminating crossover distortion at any temperature or volume. The result: cleaner, more natural sound with greater dynamic range.

Q: Will the Solo 800 run hot during extended listening?
No. Despite exceptional power output, intelligent thermal management keeps operating temperatures remarkably low. Amplification and power supply circuitry mount directly to massive heatsinks with large surface area. No internal fans are required. You can run the Solo 800 at high volumes for hours without thermal concerns or performance degradation.

Q: What preamplifier should I use with the Solo 800?
The Solo 800's exceptional resolution reveals preamplifier quality clearly. Linn's Klimax DSM is the natural partner, but other reference-quality preamplifiers also work superbly. The Solo 800 accepts balanced or unbalanced connections. We'll demonstrate various preamplifier options during your visit to find the optimal match for your system.

Q: How does the Solo 800 compare to previous Klimax amplifiers?
The Solo 800 represents Linn's latest amplification thinking with technologies absent in earlier Klimax amps. Adaptive Bias Control, enhanced efficiency, superior thermal management, and even lower distortion set the Solo 800 apart. If you own previous Klimax amplification, we can arrange comparative demonstrations to illustrate the improvements.

Experience the Klimax Solo 800 driving speakers of your choice in our Norwich demonstration rooms. Our specialists will configure a reference-level system allowing you to hear what this amplifier reveals. Book your demonstration and discover amplification without compromise.

Call: 01603 627010 | Email: info@martinshifi.co.uk