Anthem INT-225

This is an Anthem Integrated Amplifier upgraded by the original designer Chris Johnson. The Output section, fuses, balanced input, Phono boards, and driver circuits were all upgraded at the factory. The amp is extremely dynamic and is far more musical and detailed than my Krell integrated ever was and is far my powerful, realistic, and dynamic than my Mark Levinson No.585. It sounds more like separates. I used it in my desktop system but honestly, it's so punchy and dynamic like real music that it made it hard to concentrate on my work. I used it with Dynaudio C1's, the result was stunning. This is a very powerful amp, it has a very beefy output section and some huge main caps in there and all components are top-notch, I spared no expense on the upgrades. I bought it originally direct from Chris.

Anthem Integrated 225 stereo integrated amplifier (solid state)

Power: 225Wpc @ 8 ohms, 310Wpc @ 4 ohms (Very conservative)
Inputs: one phono input (moving magnet), seven stereo analog inputs (5 single-ended via RCA jacks, 1 balanced via XLR connectors, 1 portable audio via 3.5mm mini-jack)
Outputs: one tape output, one variable level pre-amp output, one headphone (1/4-inch jack) output
Other inputs/outputs: RS-232 control port, 12V trigger in/out, IR in/out, remote control
Dimensions (HxWxD): 5.875” x 17.25” x 18”
Weight: 42.6 lb.

The Anthem 225's terrific build quality exudes class and just feels solid and reliable from the moment you take it out of the box. It feels like it should cost more.
• Once it's given a chance to warm up (10-15 minutes) its sound is sublime. Seductive yet authoritative, a nimble and airy treble accentuated by a smooth, ever so slightly warm midrange and rockin' bass response is the best way to sum up the Anthem 225. This baby has musical heart and a lot of soul.
• The 225 plays nice with all sorts of music. This isn't an amp only for small ensemble music and Diana Krall, for it can rock AC/DC until the cops show up without becoming harsh or fatiguing.
• The soundstage and dynamic prowess of the Anthem 225 is off the charts good and has no rivals in its price range that I'm aware of.
• While the 225 is only a stereo integrated amp, it is phenomenal when it comes to movie soundtracks and dialog. Cue up a Blu-ray disc and set the disc's audio to uncompressed stereo and prepare to be amazed.
• The 225's internal MM/MC phono preamp seems like icing on the cake, while rather impressive, I'd still call the 225 a bargain without it.

Note: This phono section is for MM or high output MC cartridges.