Canor Virtus A3 All-In-One Hybrid Amplifier

Introducing the Virtus A3

Performance Line All-In-One Hybrid Amplifier

The Virtus A3 from Canor Audio is a premium all-in-one dual mono hybrid Class A/AB amplifier, designed to deliver exceptional performance across both digital and analogue sources. Combining a power amplifier, phono stage, headphone amplifier and DAC in one elegant chassis, it offers a complete, high-end hi-fi solution with stunning musicality and precision.

Derived from the Latin word virtus, which symbolises excellence, courage, and character, the Virtus A3 lives up to its name with powerful, refined, and immersive sound.

Highlights

• All-in-one design – phono preamplifier, headphone amplifier, integrated hybrid amplifier and DAC

• Unique Class A/AB hybrid topology for superior linearity and efficiency

• Intuitive touchscreen control integrated into the rotary dial

• Dual mono architecture for maximum channel separation and performance

Key Features

• Four components in one chassis: a Class A/AB hybrid amplifier, a phono stage, a headphone amp, and a DAC.

• True dual mono signal path with independent multi-stage regulated power supplies

• Fully discrete phono preamplifier supporting MM and MC cartridges

• Balanced and single-ended headphone amplifier with symmetrical design

• Preamp outputs (RCA & XLR) for external power amps, subwoofers or active speakers

• Custom heat pipe cooling system for efficient thermal management

• Precision-engineered control knob with integrated touch display

• Premium build quality with elegant industrial design

Technical Specifications

Power Output

• 2 x 150 W / 4 Ω (Dynamic)

• 2 x 100 W / 8 Ω (Dynamic)

Headphone Output (Unbalanced)

• 500 mW / 30 Ω

• 70 mW / 300 Ω

Headphone Output (Balanced)

• 500 mW / 30 Ω

• 270 mW / 300 Ω

Gain & Performance

• Gain: 34.5 dB

• Phono Gain: MM 40 / 46 dB, MC 60 / 66 dB

• THD: < 0.005% (5 W), < 0.008% (1 W)

• Signal-to-noise ratio: > 90 dB

Frequency Response

• 10 Hz – 35 kHz (±0.5 dB)

Inputs

• 1 x RCA (Phono)

• 2 x RCA

• 2 x XLR

• 2 x Coaxial

• 2 x Optical

• 1 x USB

• 1 x AES/EBU

Outputs

• 1 x RCA (Variable)

• 1 x XLR (Variable)

• Head phone: 6.3 mm jack, 4-pin XLR

DAC

• Dual ESS 9038 (Dual Mono configuration)

Additional

• Tube complement: 2 x E88CC

• Damping factor: 180 (4 Ω), 380 (8 Ω)

• Input impedance: 50 kΩ

• Trigger: 1 x IN, 2 x OUT (12 V)

Build & Design

• Finishes: Black or Silver

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 130 x 460 mm

• Weight: 18 kg

• Power: 115 / 230 V, 50–60 Hz

Specifications are subject to change without notice. E&OE.