The DMA-250's replacement is out - the DMA-260 - and it appears to be based on a new architecture - newer than the 360 Series 2 monos even - where, for the first time AFAIK, the input stage is now based on a newer implementation of the SHHA amplification modules found in the DMC-30SL and 30SS preamps.
These modules are claimed to be even faster than the Gen-2 versions in the preamps, so I am hoping they will be back-ported for preamp use at some point. Probably for the first time also, the amp sports cutouts on its top cover, presumably to better dissipate the heat from these modules. I am not sure about the output stage at this point, but I will take a closer look in due time. But more importantly, it would appear we have a new advanced architecture here, and I am hoping we will see much more powerful monos utilizing these modules down the road.
Stay tuned for a mini review after I audition the new amp, and feel free to comment if you've already done so.
These modules are claimed to be even faster than the Gen-2 versions in the preamps, so I am hoping they will be back-ported for preamp use at some point. Probably for the first time also, the amp sports cutouts on its top cover, presumably to better dissipate the heat from these modules. I am not sure about the output stage at this point, but I will take a closer look in due time. But more importantly, it would appear we have a new advanced architecture here, and I am hoping we will see much more powerful monos utilizing these modules down the road.
Stay tuned for a mini review after I audition the new amp, and feel free to comment if you've already done so.