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A new component from Danish Gryphon Audio Designs is always a noteworthy event in the uppermost stratosphere of the consumer audio market. New product introductions are rare, as Gryphon invest the time in designs that immediately take a place at the forefront of their field and maintain that status for many years.

The Gryphon Colosseum Stereo power amplifier has been eagerly anticipated by enthusiasts worldwide as the long-awaited partner to the Gryphon Mirage preamplifier, last year#8217;s radical design experiment that laid down the cornerstone for a third tier of product lines starting with the Diablo/Atlantis combo and culminating with the Mirage/Colosseum/Poseidon ultra high end system.

The Colosseum represents the most comprehensive development project in Gryphons 23-year history. It does not replace any amplifiers in the existing line-up. It simply introduces a new level for the fortunate few.

#8220;Gryphon#8217;s mission is to offer our customers the best of both worlds, superb musical performance allied with a rarefied design aesthetic,#8221; Gryphon founder Flemming E. Rasmussen explains. #8220;Gryphon styling, technology and sound quality make an uncompromising statement that the proud Gryphon owner instinctively respects and appreciates.#8221;

The majestic oval-shaped 70 cm tall high rise tower of the Gryphon Colosseum features end plates machined from solid blocks of 40 mm black polyvinylmethacrylate. The amplifier is suspended between the curved, de-coupled panels in a unique configuration that provides optimal layout and operating conditions for all components. The dual transformers are isolated and effectively shielded to prevent unwanted interaction with other components.

As pioneered with the Gryphon loudspeakers, the Colosseum side panels can be customized to offer any finish, matching decor and depth of pocket. This is a first in audio and is the natural consequence of the philosophy that at this price point, the owner deserves not only sound quality that lives up to the highest audiophile standards, but also a design statement to please the eye on a daily basis.

While the Colosseum continues the striking Gryphon luxury oriented design trend, details such as 2 x 160 Watts Pure Class A output power, 48 High-current bipolar output transistors, a 440,000 microFarad power capacitor bank and flat frequency response extending beyond 350 kHz reaffirm the brand#8217;s ongoing commitment to continue delivering uncompromising sound quality to the most hardcore Audiophile. The 80 kg powerhouse comes in a dedicated flightcase for maximum protection.

The Gryphon Colosseum is, like all Gryphon products, designed by Gryphon founder and CEO, Flemming E. Rasmussen and manufactured in Denmark.

The Colosseum Stereo is shipping now and RRP is Euro 32,000 plus local taxes. A 64.000 Euro Mono version will be available later this spring.

High Resolution images are available for press use at: http://www.boersting.com/gryphon-imagery/

Further information and a list of distributors/dealers can be found at www.gryphon-audio.com
Contact Gryphon direct: sales@gryphon-audio.dk

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