Manley Labs Snapper Monoblocks: Power, Precision, and Pure Tube Sound

The Manley Labs Snapper Monoblocks are a testament to Manley’s legacy of innovative audio engineering. These all-tube monoblock amplifiers boast a quartet of EL34 or 6CA7 tubes in a fully differential circuit topology, ensuring precision and clarity from input to output. Designed to cater to audiophiles with balanced or unbalanced systems, the Snapper delivers unmatched sonic performance and versatility.

With a robust 100-watt ultra-linear output stage, the Snapper effortlessly handles a wide variety of speaker loads while maintaining exceptional power bandwidth. Whether you’re running balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA inputs, the Snapper’s clever design ensures optimal performance without the need for additional balancing circuitry.

Features That Define Excellence

1. All-Tube Circuitry
   • A quartet of EL34/6CA7 tubes delivers 100 watts of ultra-linear power for dynamic and lifelike sound.
   • Fully differential input and driver stages ensure precision and balanced performance.
2. Flexible Input Options
   • Balanced XLR Inputs: Fully balanced signal path for maximum detail and fidelity.
   • Unbalanced RCA Inputs: Equally impressive results with single-ended sources.
   • Input Selector Switch: Handy for muting or bias-checking while swapping cables.
3. Exceptional Power Bandwidth
   • Full power output from 15 Hz to 40 kHz, ensuring deep bass and sparkling highs.
   • Delivers 110 watts at 5 ohms, effortlessly handling dynamic and transient-heavy audio.
4. High Energy Storage
   • A 180 Joule energy reservoir in the B+ power supply ensures explosive transient response and consistent output, even under demanding loads.
5. Advanced Balanced Topology
   • Keeps B+ voltage variations from affecting performance, enhancing signal detail and noise isolation.
6. Rugged and Reliable Build
   • Designed for continuous duty at full power with a robust power supply and premium components.

Specifications

• Power Output:
  • 100W ultra-linear mode (15 Hz – 40 kHz into 5 ohms)
  • 110W peak output at 5 ohms
• Input Options:
  • RCA Input Sensitivity: 750 mV RMS for full output, 71 mV RMS for 1W output into 8 ohms
  • XLR Input Sensitivity: 1.5 V RMS for full output into 5 ohms
• Input Impedance:
  • RCA: 330 kOhms
  • XLR: 15 kOhms
• Damping Factor: 4.7
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110 dB (A-weighted)
• Energy Storage: 180 Joules in the B+ supply
• Frequency Response: 15 Hz – 40 kHz at full power
• Voltage Gain: 31 dBu
• Power Consumption:
  • Idle: 180 Watts
  • At full power: 420 Watts
• Dimensions: 229 x 432 x 356 mm (HxWxD)
• Weight: 14 kg

Why Choose the Manley Snapper Monoblocks?

The Snapper Monoblocks are perfect for audiophiles seeking an amplifier with power, detail, and flexibility. Whether you use balanced or unbalanced inputs, these amps deliver precise sound and robust performance. With their exceptional frequency response and ability to handle varying speaker loads, the Snappers are ideal for those who demand nothing but the best in audio fidelity.