Boulder Amplifiers 1060 Stereo Amplifier
Best high-end power amplifier for audiophiles seeking uncompromising, transparent sonic performance.
The Boulder Amplifiers 1060 Stereo Amplifier, a stalwart in continuous production since 1999, exemplifies uncompromising build quality and enduring performance. This fully balanced powerhouse delivers a robust 300Wpc into 8 ohms, doubling its output into lower impedances, and features advanced protection circuitry to safeguard your speakers. Renowned for its exceptional pace, rhythm, and timing (PRAT), the 1060 offers remarkable detail retrieval with a low noise floor, allowing your system's true voice to shine through.
$25000.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
37
/ 1719
#37 in Power Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
+203%
Above average
Power Output
3008
/ Wpc into ohms
Who it's for
- Collectors investing in heirloom-quality audio equipment
- Audiophiles driving power-hungry, low-impedance speaker systems
- Purists seeking uncolored, high-fidelity signal reproduction
Who should skip it
- Owners of entry-level or mid-tier source components
- Budget-conscious listeners seeking high-end performance
- Apartment dwellers with limited floor space or structural constraints
Performance breakdown
Power Delivery
Effortlessly drives demanding speakers with massive high-current reserves.
Build Integrity
Industrial-grade construction designed to last for several decades.
Signal Clarity
Ultra-low noise floor reveals the finest details in complex recordings.
Transient Response
Exceptional pace and rhythm keep musical performances feeling lively and immediate.
Sonic Neutrality
Transparent amplification that preserves the unique character of your source components.
System Integration
Strictly balanced XLR inputs require compatible high-end preamplification.
Key Specs
Power Output
300Wpc into 8 ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
127dB at rated power
Weight
Approximately 140 pounds
Dimensions
18”W x 9.5”H x 22.5”D (+8” depth for cord)
Amplifier Class
Class AB
Inputs
Balanced only (XLR)
Outputs
Two sets of binding posts per channel (T-style nuts)
Continuous Production Since
1999
Features
- Fully balanced design for pristine audio
- Robust speaker protection circuitry
- Exceptional build quality and chassis rigidity
- High current reserves for dynamic power
- Reference-level detail retrieval
- Superb pace, rhythm, and timing (PRAT)
- Natural and evenhanded midrange
- Amplifies system voicing, not its own
What customers say
Owners overwhelmingly praise the Boulder 1060 Stereo Amplifier for its extraordinary transparency and effortless sonic performance, allowing source material to shine without coloration. A key theme is its immense power reserves, providing absolute authority and control over demanding loudspeakers, resulting in dynamic, controlled swings. The world-class engineering is evident in the robust build quality, fostering a strong sense of long-term reliability. While some find the accurate sound signature highly analytical, most dedicated users view the 1060 as a definitive, long-term investment in audio perfection, despite the substantial cost.
Know before you buy
Yes, the 1060 is designed exclusively for balanced operation and features only XLR inputs. You will need a preamplifier with balanced outputs to connect to this unit.
The unit is quite substantial, measuring 18” wide by 9.5” high and 22.5” deep. You must also account for an additional 8 inches of clearance behind the unit to accommodate the power cord and cable connections.
Absolutely. The 1060 is designed to double its power output as impedance drops, providing high current reserves that allow it to drive demanding speakers down to 2 ohms with ease.
The 1060 is known for its transparency and neutrality. Rather than imposing its own character on the music, it is designed to amplify the specific voicing of your system while maintaining exceptional detail, rhythm, and timing.
The amplifier weighs approximately 140 pounds. Due to its significant mass and dimensions, you should ensure your equipment rack or stand is rated to support this weight and provides a stable, level surface.
The 1060 includes advanced, integrated protection circuitry designed to monitor the output and safeguard your speakers from potential electrical faults or overloads during operation.
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