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NuPrime MCH-K38, A Reference LE Class Multi-Channel Amplifier 

 

The NuPrime MCH-K38 is a Reference LE class multi-channel amplifier designed for uncompromising 

home theater and music listening. With its quality parts throughout and an advanced 550kHz switching 

amplifier operation, the MCH-K38 delivers a full 210 watts into 4 and 8 Ohms per channel. Each pair of 

output channels can be bridged to double the power to 400W at 4 and 8 Ohms. The NuPrime MCH-K38 

comes with 8 sets of RCA and true balanced XLR inputs. A self-resonant design, the amp’s 550 kHz PWM 

switching frequency constantly adjusts to the input signal, output current demands, and loudspeaker 

impedance variations. Exemplary speed, accuracy and exquisite dynamics nicely describes NuPrime's 

signature sound. 

 

The MCH-K38 amplifier is derived from the ULCAM (Ultra Linear Class A Class D design first 

introduced in IDA-8.  By joining a powerful high impedance single-ended amplifier circuit in the preamp 

stage with a well integrated Class-D power stage, the MCH-K38’s rich tube-like sound and tremendous 

speed is sure to impress audio enthusiasts.  By utilizing a 1000W power supply and CMA capacitor array, 

the MCH-K38 fully exploits the Class A+D design’s ability to deliver massive amounts of power and speed 

when needed by a single or multi channels. 

 

The NuPrime Sound 

 

Vast soundstage 

 

Wide, lightning-fast dynamics 

 

Ultra-low distortion and noise 

 

Music emerges from a pristine background, with delicate details and nuances intact 

 

In  summary,  NuPrime’s  sonic  character  stands  well  apart  from  –  and  indeed  above  –  the  soft,  cushy 

sound we often associate with most tubed amplification or the dry, edgy sound we often associate with 

solid-state  and  switching  technology.  Rarely  does  an  amp  achieve  an  ideal  balance  of  richly  textured 

timbres and harmonics, bottom-end authority, startling dynamics, exquisite low-level detail, and a fully 

revealed, fully dimensional soundstage against a backdrop of mile-deep silence. 

 

Specifications: 

 

Inputs: 

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RCA: Un-Balanced input x 8 

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XLR: Balanced input x 8 

 

Outputs: 

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Stereo Speaker Out x 8 

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Summary of Contents for MCH-K38

Page 1: ...NuPrime MCH K38 ...

Page 2: ...not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice for customers The following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives EU Declaration of Conformity Hereby NuPrime Audio Inc declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and ot...

Page 3: ...Use only grounded AC power cords Always immediately disconnect the power to the equipment in the event the device emits an unusual odor or sound or generates smoke WARNING Never attempt to disassemble repair or make any modification to your device Disassembly modification or any attempt at repair could cause bodily injury or property damage as well as damage to the device itself WARNING Your devic...

Page 4: ...ed on the rear panel Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied power supply cable or an exact equivalent Do not modify the supplied cable Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed pinched bent exposed to heat or damaged in any way Pay particular attention to the power cord at the plug and where the cord exits the back of the unit The power cord should be unplugged...

Page 5: ...rder to create a new generation of amps that allow NuPrime to precisely tailor sonic characteristics NuPrime is not a Switching Digital Amplifier Switching Digital Amps commonly known as Class D first appeared some decades ago From the start Class D showed enormous potential along with significant shortcomings limited usable bandwidth and a fixed saw tooth waveform for audio signal modulation acco...

Page 6: ...uality Class A amplifier might reach 200 A NuPrime amplifier has a damping factor of about 400 And unlike conventional amps NuPrime s damping factor is totally unaffected by changes in audio frequencies Simply stated NuPrime delivers lightning fast dynamics to any speaker 3 Ultra low distortion and noise In conventional amplifiers fixed specifications for distortion and noise simply do not exist M...

Page 7: ... amplifier circuit in the preamp stage with a well integrated Class D power stage the MCH K38 s rich tube like sound and tremendous speed is sure to impress audio enthusiasts By utilizing a 1000W power supply and CMA capacitor array the MCH K38 fully exploits the Class A D design s ability to deliver massive amounts of power and speed when needed by a single or multi channels The NuPrime Sound Vas...

Page 8: ...Impedance 47k Ohms Gain x 22 Signal to Noise Ratio 80dB at 1W 10W 100W THD N 0 02 Stereo 0 01 Mono Frequency Response 10Hz to 50kHz Worldwide AC voltage 115 VAC 230 VAC AC Fuse Slow blow 7A 250VAC Dimension 430 3 mm W x 378 7 mm D x 98 55 mm H including feet Weight 14 5 kg Color Black ...

Page 9: ...els 3 set to mono 1 set to stereo and 4 channels all set to mono 1 XLR RCA switch Selecting input signal method of either XLR or RCA inputs 2 Mono Stereo switch Selecting speaker output to be 2 channel stereo or full bridged mono channel 3 XLR RCA input connector 4 Speaker output terminals Stereo connection 1 Choose either RCA or XLR input and make sure the switch is properly selected 2 Be sure th...

Page 10: ... not work in Mono mode Trigger In When in use front panel and remote control power buttons are disabled Power control only available via Preamp stage Front Panel View 1 Standby indicator light Red light indicates the unit is on standby Green light indicates the unit is power on Light off indicates the unit is power off 2 IR receiver Accepting remote control signal 3 4 set of Stereo channel indicat...

Page 11: ...NuPrime Authorized Service Providers NASP and not all Authorized Service Providers outside the country of purchase have all parts or replacement units for the product If the product cannot be repaired or replaced in the country it is in it may need to be sent to a different country or returned to the country of purchase at your expense for repair or replacement If you seek service in a country tha...

Page 12: ...UIPMENT AND PROPERTY ANY COSTS OF RECOVERING REPROGRAMMING OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH NUPRIME PRODUCTS AND ANY FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF DATA STORED ON THE PRODUCT NUPRIME SPECIFICALLY DOES NOT REPRESENT THAT IT WILL BE ABLE TO REPAIR ANY PRODUCT UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR MAKE A PRODUCT EXCHANGE WITHOUT RISK TO OR LOSS OF PROGRAMS OR DATA Some states an...

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