Gryphon Pendragon - Manual (Page 10)

The Pendragon amplifiers incorporate 18 high current bipolar
output transistors, a 200,000 microFarad capacitor bank, DC
servo-coupling, zero global negative feedback, no output re-
lays, output coupling via massive copper bussbars, decoupled
transformer castings, military spec. double-sided printed circ-
uit boards and Holmgren toroidal transformers with internal
magnetic shielding.
In addition to the advantages of an active bass system with
purpose-built amplification designed for optimal operation
with the drive units and with the array of adjustable parame-
ters, active bass allows the owner to select a dedicated ampli-
fier for the high frequency panels without having to worry
about the power demands of the massive Pendragon bass sy-
stem.
Conventional passive loudspeakers must be designed for
compatibility with a wide range of commercially available
power amplifiers and active subwoofers are typically driven
by an off-the-shelf “digital” power module that could fit in one
hand.
By way of comparison, the purpose-built, onboard Pendragon
power amplifier weighs in at 70 kg per tower!
Naturally, ideal integration with the Pendragon high frequency
panel is assured.
To achieve this ambitious goal, the amplifier incorporates sop-
histicated Q Control circuitry to fine-tune bass response as
well as additional adjustments to ensure ideal room interface.
The bass remote control allows adjustment of bass level, Q, low
cut and other parameters directly from the listening position.
The bass module offers Standby mode and provides effective
driver protection via a comprehensive, non-invasive system
that monitors all functions more than 100 times per second.
The singular bass performance of the Gryphon Pendragon sy-
stem heightens awareness of rhythmic subtleties and nuances
Amplifier module for 1 bass
tower