The connections on the Accuphase are also unchanged and feature the familiar and proven solid clamping terminals, which are suitable for bare wires, spade connectors, and banana plugs.
Technically, the Accuphase has noticeably changed in two respects: the quiescent current consumption has been increased from approximately 60 to 90 watts, and at the same time, the damping factor has almost doubled (from 120 to 200).
The latter clearly demonstrates the advantages of the revision on demanding loudspeakers: the E-460 plays with even more punch, control, and directness on large B&W speakers than the E-450. Tonally, the difference to the Class-A model A-560 is clearly audible, but due to the high output power of the E-460, both behemoths have their raison d'être.
While the 560 is almost unbeatable in the quiet and moderate volume range, the E-460 also invites large and even gigantic sound levels and puts the structurally weaker E-560 in its place.
Overall, the E-460 is a valuable further development, especially since it can now drive even more demanding speakers. Thanks to the two optional boards (phono, DA converter, analog input), the new large Accuphase offers an unrivaled "complete" set of features. There is hardly an integrated amplifier that can cope with almost any situation and can also be further adapted to individual needs via optional boards.
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