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This vibration agitates the internal electronics to produce microphonic noise modulated with the musical signal we want to hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have long known that the mechanical transfer of energy is more efficient through solid conductors than through air. It is this principle that has driven us to find ways of preventing the vibration from being transferred directly into the amplifier and subsequently into other sensitive electronics. Our Vertex Moncayo was the first product to address this problem, and it and its derivatives have received many plaudits and are installed in many systems around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst the Moncayo cables with associated absorption modules are very good at the task they were designed for, there were three main issues we felt we needed to solve. The first of these was supportability. The Moncayo is an integrated speaker cable product where the absorption modules are hard-wired and need to be built to custom-order speaker cable lengths. This led to customers waiting for their cables to be built, often leading to delays due to high demand. The second issue was flexibility. We received many customer enquiries asking whether we could produce a custom order using their preferred speaker cables. Additionally, our dealers would receive enquiries from owners of the Moncayo requesting cable length changes due to relocation of their audio systems or upgrades. Lastly, some customers had difficulty deploying multiple cable runs in bi-wired or tri-wired speaker systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo address these issues, we developed the Peak Speaker Connection System, which uses a modular solution to solve the issues. They can be used with your existing or our speaker cables. Should a system re-configuration or relocation be required, only the cable requires adjustment, with the Peak Speaker Module requiring no changes. The modules can be neatly stacked on top of each for bi-wire or tri-wire systems, allowing for a much tidier arrangement than the Moncayo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, we believe the Moncayo should be replaced with a product that significantly improves performance. As well as vibration, the speaker cable is a perfect transmission path for unwanted EMI and RFI energy, and our breakthrough has been absorbing more of this inside the module using our patented technology developed for all our new products. Using a complex high carbon polymer absorption matrix, the module is a highly efficient grounding device that absorbs the high frequency mechanical and RFI energy. These standing waves amplify the signal being received by the loudspeakers at certain frequencies, leading to harshness or exaggeration of certain instrumental sounds. The module prevents these waves from reflecting backwards and forward along the cable because the Peak has an exceptional return loss across a wideband in the high-frequency domain. This results in a significant reduction in noise being modulated with the musical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pair of modules directly connected to your loudspeakers will transform your audio experience into something that feels much more like the artist intended. The modular approach is also key to finding upgrade paths. By separating the high-frequency from mid and low-frequency signal paths and using a pair of speaker links on the Peak’s binding posts, the modules act as intervention devices preventing cross-pollution between the drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, for a loudspeaker with two or three sets of input terminals, these modules are stacked by the loudspeaker using the unique stacking system and connected directly to each terminal, isolating the low, medium, and high-frequency drivers on the signal line. Placing another set directly behind the amplifier is the ultimate in the Peak Speaker Connection System configuration, allowing the speakers and electronics to do what their designers had intended: uninterrupted, flowing and truly realistic reproduction of the music where it is possible to perceive where the performers are not only left and right but also high\/low and front\/back in the imaging. This is thanks to the restoration of vital phase information that is usually the first part of the musical signal lost when standing wave modulation occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module’s MK-I version has been highly praised, achieving the Audio Excellence status from HiFi Critic. The MK-II is an impressive technology leap forward and will leave you reaching for music in your collection that had been previously discarded because it seemingly sounded poorly recorded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peak Speaker Modules are constructed in ultra-low resonant high-grade solid block aluminium casework. 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Now in a Mk-II version and formerly known as the Hi-Rez Balanced TAGA, the Q300VA has long been considered one of the best audio mains distribution blocks available.\u003cbr\u003eJulian Musgrave highly praised the MK-I version (Hi-Rez Balanced TAGA) in an article in HiFi Critic, stating, “Sound-staging became crisper and less diffuse. These gains were accompanied by none of the effects that had soured my previous dalliances with anti-EMI\/RFI\/microphony products.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MK-II takes this to a new level…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have long known that the mechanical transfer of energy is more efficient through solid conductors than through air. This principle has driven Quiescent to find ways of preventing the vibration from being directly transferred into the amplifier from the loudspeakers and, subsequently, into other sensitive electronics. This vibration is one of the driving forces behind microphonic generated signals that lead to distortion or harshness of the music.\u003cbr\u003eThe Q300VA is based on the Vertex Balanced TAGA and uses patented absorption matrix technology to minimise vibration and EMI\/RFI transfer between components. Using a balanced toroidal transformer, common-mode rejection is achieved to lower the noise floor for source components considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q300VA uses technology focused on vibration and high-frequency noise control applied to cable connections. The effect is to simultaneously reduce unwanted RFI and EMI interference, in addition to mechanical energy, propagating along the wiring connecting the power supply and any audio components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q300VA also incorporates a transformer that splits the input 230Vac current into two 115 Vac phases using common-mode rejection, lowering the noise floor on the live and neutral of the mains supply. The internal wiring is hand-built using solid silver conductors sheathed in Teflon™ and proprietary EMI tubing to ensure ultra-low impedances and that any high-frequency standing waves are not reflected into audio components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs homes and businesses use even more digital processing technology such as routers, switches, intelligent TVs and computers, digital radio and smart speakers, the household mains are now polluted with significant noise in the high-frequency spectrum. 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Deploying highly innovative technology developed from the ground up, the result is an exceptionally quiet and non-intrusive approach to clean power. With our patented, massive anti-vibration and RFI\/EMI absorption technology at its core, damaging mechanical, EMI and RFI energy is drained from the mains input and between each component within the audio system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T500VA was developed after a review of our highly acclaimed mains distribution blocks and distribution units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all other Quiescent components, significant attention was given to reducing system-wide noise and vibration propagation effects. While the impact of poor mains on audio systems is well understood, most techniques for dealing with poor mains cause other unwanted loss of information. Systems also add to the signal through self-induced microphonic noise, radio frequency propagation, and electromagnetic interference. Using our patented QPower™ system directly coupled to a Quiescent-specified custom-wound balanced toroid transformer, the noise floor of the mains is lowered to such levels that all components are transformed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMains-borne noise and cross-talk between system components is a problem well-known to enthusiasts and designers alike. The T-Series is a unique solution to this problem because it deploys extremely quiet, non-intrusive technology to isolate system components from each other and the external environment in which they operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have paid meticulous attention to our custom-wound transformer to ensure that when it needs to provide power, it does so with minimum vibration to prevent mechanical energy cascading in the system. We have also incorporated our d.c blocking mechanisms to ensure any mains d.c. offset does not oversaturate the transformer and cause any audible humming, which is common in households. To block d.c., we do not use a simple choke (inductor) as this usually always results in energy loss to the downstream components. Our d.c. blocker performs the function without acting as a choke. This ensures an abundance of power is supplied without any hindrance. The transformer is fully coupled using our patented QPower™ vibration absorption technology to prevent ultra-sonic vibration and EMI\/RFI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure that the source components connected to the balanced outputs are fully isolated from the current-needy power amplifiers connected to the direct sockets, full EMI\/RFI and mechanical decoupling devices are placed between the non-balanced and balanced sections. 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A newly designed audio board using surface-mount components to minimise circuit inductance coupled with a power supply that can deliver more than twice the amount of energy of its predecessor, T50SPA, this is not just an upgrade but a significant technological advance. Fully vibration-protected and with radio frequency and interference-reducing components, the T100SPA works quickly and precisely for sublimely detailed, beautifully nimble sound and breathtaking realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing current feedback with exceptionally high bandwidth and a minimal component count, this solid-state class A\/B stereo power amplifier gives a gripping and propulsive performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new amplifier module uses state-of-the-art surface-mount technology to reduce circuit inductance which also allows us to ensure that we keep everything in one box. 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Using the same exceptionally high-quality QPower™ system to supply a clean low noise d.c. supply for a single channel, the T100MPA delivers power way beyond its peers. Vibrational and EMI\/RFI matrix technology is employed in areas previously unexplored, allowing the electronics to perform at their best without adding anything to the musical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result of this obsessive attention to detail has led to a power amplifier that simply feels like it is a transparent window into your music, revealing textures previously not experienced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the same amplifier board technology in the T100SPA, this monobloc benefits from a dedicated QPower™ system for a single amplifier module. With three times the amount of vibrational, EMI and R\/F absorption technology, the T100MPA produces such stunning realism and control that it sets a new benchmark standard and challenges all conventional thinking for amplifier design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from our new T100SPA stereo power amplifier, the T100MPA monoblocs use the same current feedback with exceptionally high bandwidth and a minimal component count. This solid-state class A mono amplifier uses vibration and EMI\/RF technology that has been the focus of our R\u0026amp;D programme over the last 2 years. Its performance is exceptional with control, power, and musical presence with few rivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh levels of microphonic noise often severely disadvantage power amplifiers, robbing the signal of dynamic energy and accuracy. During the development phase, our primary objective of this design was to prevent these effects. The culmination of this work has led to the T100MPA using the following approaches:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA robust power supply employing a custom-wound 500VA transformer and low-microphonic components, all fully coupled to vibration absorption technology. Using the highest-grade Japanese steel at its core, our transformers have a higher magnetic flux density, ensuring clean power even when the amplifier is working with the most demanding asks. 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When an amplifier is asked to provide power in demanding situations, the power supply exhibits large quantities of vibrational and EMI\/RFI energy that is often transferred into the audio electronics backwards through the mains connection and forwards into the audio boards. Although not often observable to the human ear, vibration causes electronic components to exhibit noise known as microphonic, adding to the musical signal through intermodulation. The T100MPA extends the capability of our T100SPA stereo power amplifier by increased deployment of a ground matrix that doubles the vibration and EMI\/RFI absorption on the secondary centre tap. This is important because it represents an efficient path for this noise to be safely dissipated rather than transmitted into the audio board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first major vibration source is when the transformer exceeds its magnetic flux density. In this case, it is possible to hear the vibration resulting, and despite views that this does not impact the performance of the audio circuits, nothing could be further from reality. It can also be very annoying to listen to! One persistent cause of transformer hum is a d.c. offset, which is increasingly prevalent and caused by the increased use of LED light bulbs. We use a non-intrusive blocking approach to prevent a DC offset, causing the transformer to exceed the magnetic flux before it reaches the primary windings. Our toroidal transformers are designed to be silent and stay that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though we cannot hear further vibration in the transformer, we know it is there and still causing havoc in electronics upstream to the mains and downstream to the audio boards. We use an internal version of our highly acclaimed Peak Mains Modules inside the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, we handle the problem of bridge rectification vibrating at approximately 100Hz and its associated harmonics into the rest of the circuit. This is achieved by building the rectification and DC smoothing circuits directly on top of our patented matrix technology, preventing the vibration from cascading to the audio board’s DC rails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T100MPA uses 7 modules in its QPower™ configuration, which lowers the noise floor so low that critically important phase information needed to demonstrate realism and musical presence is preserved beyond levels previously achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasework is machined using high-grade aluminium and uses Quiescent proprietary techniques for managing vibration and electrical noise. This prevents signal damage in the sensitive circuitry. The top of the unit is a high-grade, non-metallic plate preventing the unwanted effects caused by the Faraday cage. All casework is made to our design, and we never buy off-the-shelf casework components as they exhibit RFI\/EMI characteristics that do not meet our exacting standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing vibration problems allows us to maximise the other key features of the amplifier. Current feedback and high bandwidth offer speed and precision that is detailed, transparent and with exceptionally low phase error, leading to superb imaging and soundstage. With all this attention to vibration control and damaging EMI\/RFI, the T100MPA sets the new standard in audio amplifier design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T100MPA doesn’t just move the dial for amplifier design; it redefines it…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated at 130W into 8ohms, the T-Series Mono Power Amplifier drives effortless power into the most demanding loads thanks to its patented QPower™ technology. Capable of driving more than 10 Amps of continuous current, the T100MPA has a musical presence that is seldom experienced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enormous toroidal transformer using the highest quality Japanese steel, the transient response and grip on complex musical passages is flawless. 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