Audio Note Empress Silver Signature - Manual (Page 6)

Congratulations on your purchase of the Audio Note (UK) EMPRESS Silver Signature
mono power amplifiers.
They are Pure Class A Parallel Singled Ended valve amplifiers that use a pair of the
highly regarded 2A3 triode valves per channel, producing a level of performance that
is radically superior to the vast majority of current designs.
They have been specifically engineered for sonic performance rather than technical
specification, and fulfill all Audio Note (UK) Level Three criteria: -
Pure Class A operation
Zero Negative Feedback
Single Ended Output Stage
Valve Rectification
Directly Heated Triode operation
Materials and component quality
The Silver Signature version builds upon the already superb performance of the
standard EMPRESS, and features the following additions: -
Audio Note Tantalum film resistors
IHiB Double C-core output transformers
Please take care when unpacking your EMPRESS Silver Signature amplifiers.
Choose a clean, clear location to unpack them, and be aware that the amplifiers are
very heavy; before attempting to unpack or lift the units, check the weight and if
necessary use more than one person so that they can be moved safely and easily.
We recommend that you retain and carefully store all of the original packing
materials, in case transportation / shipping is required at a later date.
Select a suitable location for the amplifiers. This should be a dry, dust free and level
area, preferably shielded from direct sunlight and free from vibration. Also ensure
that the location is stable and capable of supporting the weight of the units.
A suitable mains power outlet must be close to the location; power cords must not be
pulled or stretched tightly in an attempt to reach a wall socket. If the power cord will
not easily reach the socket, choose a closer location!
Please ensure that adequate ventilation for the amplifiers is provided, and that airflow
through any ventilation slots in the casework is not restricted. We recommend a
distance of at least 50cm free space is maintained above the amplifiers, and
preferably they should be sited in free space or on the top shelf of your equipment
rack or table. Please also remember that valve equipment operates at extremely high
temperatures, so a position that is inaccessible to any children or animals is
essential.
EMPRESS SILVER SIGNATURE MONO POWER AMPLIFIERS
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION