Goldmund Telos 690

Goldmund Telos 690


A WORLD OF SONIC POSSIBILITIES
Designed to cater not only to the discerning audiophiles but also to modern consumers seeking seamless digital integration, the Telos 690 sets a new standard in the realm of high-end audio experiences.

THE HEARTBEAT OF INNOVATION
At the forefront of its design, the Telos 690 addresses the evolving needs of today’s consumers. With an array of digital connectivity options, including USB Audio Class 2.0 interface supporting sample rates up to 384 kHz and a bit depth of 32, as well as Toslink Optical and Digital S/PDIF coaxial inputs, this amplifier effortlessly bridges the gap between traditional high-fidelity audio and modern digital sources.

YOUR GATEWAY TO SONIC BLISS
Now, our patrons can easily connect their preferred digital devices and pair them with their desired speakers, ushering in a new era of convenience without compromising on sound quality.

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION, BOUNDLESS CONNECTIVITY
The Telos 690 is not just about connectivity; it’s about power and precision. Boasting a dual 350 VA Toroidal Power Transformer and a massive 46,000 µF capacitor bank, this amplifier ensures enhanced dynamics, response, and clarity, delivering an exceptional auditory experience. With a maximum output power of 2 x 250 Wrms on 8 Ω and 2 x 320 Wrms on 4 Ω, the Telos 690 possesses the capability to effortlessly drive any high-end passive floor-standing speaker system to its full potential, promising an immersive listening journey like no other.

ELEGANCE PERSONIFIED
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Telos 690 exemplifies Goldmund’s commitment to precision mechanics. Its upgraded panel structure not only reinforces the amplifier’s enclosure but also enhances mechanical grounding and vibration dispersion capabilities, elevating every interaction with the amplifier into an extraordinary sensory experience.


POWER SUPPLY
Nominal line voltage: 110 V or 220 V Input voltage range: +/- 10 %
2x 350 VA Toroidal Power Transformer Capacitor bank: 46’000 μF

OUTPUT POWER
Maximum power (IEC 62368-1):
·  2 x 250 Wrms on 8 Ω / 1 % THD
·  2 x 320 Wrms on 4 Ω / 1 % THD

RATED POWER CONSUMPTION 
IEC 62368-1, 1/8 Output Power at 8 Ω: 275 W

REAR PANEL
2 x output binding posts (left & right) 1 x On/Off power switch key
1 x Voltage input selector
RS232 Command connector
1 x USB device: Audio Class 2.0 (no driver re- quired on Mac OS X as of v.10.6.4 nor on Linux, driver required only for Windows, contact your Goldmund representative):
·  Sample rate up to 384 kHz/Bit depth up to 32
·  DSD64, DSD128 over PCM capabilities 1 x Toslink Optical
1 x Digital S/PDIF coaxial RCA 75 Ohms 
5 x Analog RCA (left & right)

INPUT
Max level before clipping, Analogue input: 1 Vrms Max level before clipping, Digital input: -6 dBFS

OUTPUT
Max level before clipping, 1 % THD, unloaded: 170 Vpp

DISTORTION
IMD (SMPTE), unloaded: < 0.02 %
THD+N, unloaded: < 0.08 % from 20 Hz to 20 kHz at 30 Vrms output

OUTPUT NOISE FLOOR
Analog input terminated with RCA Shorting Caps, unloaded: < 10 μV from 20 Hz to 20 kHz

GAIN
35 dB

DYNAMIC RANGE
22 kHz measurement bandwidth (flat), true RMS unloaded: 100 dB

DAMPING FACTOR
600 at 1 kHz / 8 Ω

AMPLIFIER SIZE & WEIGHT
44 W x 16.5 H x 44.5 D (cm) 28 kg

PACKAGING SIZE & WEIGHT (NET)
51 W x 26 H x 56 D (cm) 26 kg