Dma-280

ack · Feb 22, 2017

This is just announced on the Spectral website, with no further details yet.

dan31 · Feb 22, 2017

Great news! Another amplifier.

ack · Feb 22, 2017

It looks like they are trying to make the latest proprietary/custom technologies available to a wider audience, those who cannot spend $20K or more. But I just don't see the point of a 240, a 260 and a 280, then a 300. Seems rather overkill.

Mdp632 · Feb 22, 2017

ack said:
It looks like they are trying to make the latest proprietary/custom technologies available to a wider audience, those who cannot spend $20K or more. But I just don't see the point of a 240, a 260 and a 280, then a 300. Seems rather overkill.

Most likely a replacement to the DMA-300? But then again the lower number one assumes a lower spec. DMA-240 replaced the 200 so most likely maybe the DMA-280 replaces both the the 260 S2 and 300 RS.

edwardce · Feb 23, 2017

The Spectral website reads "DMA-280 Stereo Reference Amplifier" so logically it is a replacement for the DMA-260S2. The DMA-300 is a Reference STANDARD amplifier and is at the TOP level. Just an educated guess after following Spectral for decades (near on to 4 now, Wow). There is always logic to Mr. Fryers' actions, even it is not apparent to his customers. I look forward to reading the Bulletin. Often in the past the amplifier in this position is the harbinger of technology to come for all of the future models. Maybe, including SV technology?

Mdp632 · Feb 23, 2017

edwardce said:
The Spectral website reads "DMA-280 Stereo Reference Amplifier" so logically it is a replacement for the DMA-260S2. The DMA-300 is a Reference STANDARD amplifier and is at the TOP level. Just an educated guess after following Spectral for decades (near on to 4 now, Wow). There is always logic to Mr. Fryers' actions, even it is not apparent to his customers. I look forward to reading the Bulletin. Often in the past the amplifier in this position is the harbinger of technology to come for all of the future models. Maybe, including SV technology?

Nice. So, now as potential future Spectral customer. I'll await more information on the DMA-280 as it compares to the 240. The 240 is amazing amplifier.

joeinid · Feb 23, 2017

It's great to see new Spectral gear.

Any chance of them making an integrated? I'd like to dip my toe in, but not sure I'd want to commit to separates at this time.

Mdp632 · Feb 23, 2017

joeinid said:
It's great to see new Spectral gear.

Any chance of them making an integrated? I'd like to dip my toe in, but not sure I'd want to commit to separates at this time.

I also would like to see that but, I don't see it happening. That would mean a compromise in some fashion. This is a company that sells a 20k CD player in 2017 that only plays Redbook CDs. They surely could have added a USB input but, they have insanely focused purist products. Rather than let marketing and trends influence product development. They are entirely engineering driven. Towards the absolute sound so to say.

joeinid · Feb 23, 2017

Thank you. I figured as much. Looking forward to see what the new 280 is all about.

Mdp632 said:
I also would like to see that but, I don't see it happening. That would mean a compromise in some fashion. This is a company that sells a 20k CD player in 2017 that only plays Redbook CDs. They surely could have added a USB input but, they have insanely focused purist products. Rather than let marketing and trends influence product development. They are entirely engineering driven. Towards the absolute sound so to say.

ack · Feb 23, 2017

There is a better chance of a gold Ferrari single-cylinder three-wheel pick-up truck for the Bora Bora market, than a Spectral integrated.

KeithR · Feb 23, 2017

ack said:
There is a better chance of a gold Ferrari single-cylinder three-wheel pick-up truck for the Bora Bora market, than a Spectral integrated.

Yeah, Spectral and Lamm are both in that camp (unfortunately)

Mdp632 · Feb 28, 2017

Looks like the official Bulletin has been posted for the DMA-280.

ack · Feb 28, 2017

It looks like it has all the hallmarks of the 300 and 400s, more or less; I'd say it ought to sound extremely transparent, with less power. Try to audition it.

Adimon · May 5, 2017

I'm totally missed the 260 series 2.
Did anybody audition the difference between the DMA 260 and the DMA 280 series 2?
Is the DMA 260 upgradable?

Robertd · May 12, 2020

ack said:
This is just announced on the Spectral website, with no further details yet.

Has anyone heard this one? I’ve seen no mention online and nothing’s out here either.

ack · May 12, 2020

I have not heard it

Robertd · May 12, 2020

It feels like the most elusive spectral component out there

ack · May 12, 2020

They may not have sold many?!?!

Robertd · May 12, 2020

ack said:
They may not have sold many?!?!

True

dan31 · May 13, 2020

Spectral went amp crazy for a while. I think 6-7 stereo amps since the 260. My 260 keeps on its daily use.

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