Copland - CTA 506 Tube main amplifier





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Copland CTA 506 – Stereo Tube Power Amplifier
Magnificent Copland CTA 506 power amplifier, in excellent condition and fully operational.
A reference model from the renowned Danish brand Copland, the CTA 506 combines a high-level build with a powerful push-pull Ultra-Linear output section, using four KT120 tubes. It is capable of delivering 90 W per channel, offering high dynamics, great control, and a detailed and natural musical reproduction.
This unit is equipped with a set of high-quality tubes:
• 4 x Tung-Sol KT120 – power tubes
• 2 x Tung-Sol 6550 – regulation
• 4 x Electro-Harmonix 12BH7
• 2 x Tung-Sol 12AT7
The use of Tung-Sol and Electro-Harmonix tubes gives this unit a particularly interesting combination for the high-fidelity audio enthusiast.
The CTA 506 uses a push-pull Ultra-Linear configuration and features high-quality output transformers, allowing for excellent dynamics, extension, and control. The rated power remains at 90 W per channel, with speaker outputs for 4, 8, and 16 ohms.
The amplifier presents in excellent condition, with a very well-maintained appearance. It is fully functional and has been tested, with both channels operating correctly.
Technical specifications:
Brand: Copland
Model: CTA 506
Type: Stereo tube power amplifier
Configuration: Push-Pull Ultra-Linear
Output power: 2 x 90 W
Speaker impedance: 4 / 8 / 16 ohms
Power tubes: 4 x KT120
Additional tubes: 2 x 6550, 4 x 12BH7, 2 x ECC81/12AT7
Total harmonic distortion: below 1%
Frequency response: 5 Hz – 100 kHz (-3 dB)
Input sensitivity: 1.5 V
Input impedance: 100 kΩ
Global negative feedback: 17 dB
S/N ratio: greater than 100 dB (IHF-A)
Output polarity: non-inverting
Maximum power consumption: 600 W
Dimensions: 430 x 190 x 390 mm
Weight: approximately 26 kg
The Copland CTA 506 was released in 2011 and is one of the brand’s most recognized tube power models, notable for the use of KT120 and the high available power for an amplifier in this category.
A piece of great interest for collectors, tube enthusiasts, and audiophile-level high-fidelity systems.
It will be carefully packaged for safe shipping.
Copland CTA 506 – Stereo Tube Power Amplifier
Magnificent Copland CTA 506 power amplifier, in excellent condition and fully operational.
A reference model from the renowned Danish brand Copland, the CTA 506 combines a high-level build with a powerful push-pull Ultra-Linear output section, using four KT120 tubes. It is capable of delivering 90 W per channel, offering high dynamics, great control, and a detailed and natural musical reproduction.
This unit is equipped with a set of high-quality tubes:
• 4 x Tung-Sol KT120 – power tubes
• 2 x Tung-Sol 6550 – regulation
• 4 x Electro-Harmonix 12BH7
• 2 x Tung-Sol 12AT7
The use of Tung-Sol and Electro-Harmonix tubes gives this unit a particularly interesting combination for the high-fidelity audio enthusiast.
The CTA 506 uses a push-pull Ultra-Linear configuration and features high-quality output transformers, allowing for excellent dynamics, extension, and control. The rated power remains at 90 W per channel, with speaker outputs for 4, 8, and 16 ohms.
The amplifier presents in excellent condition, with a very well-maintained appearance. It is fully functional and has been tested, with both channels operating correctly.
Technical specifications:
Brand: Copland
Model: CTA 506
Type: Stereo tube power amplifier
Configuration: Push-Pull Ultra-Linear
Output power: 2 x 90 W
Speaker impedance: 4 / 8 / 16 ohms
Power tubes: 4 x KT120
Additional tubes: 2 x 6550, 4 x 12BH7, 2 x ECC81/12AT7
Total harmonic distortion: below 1%
Frequency response: 5 Hz – 100 kHz (-3 dB)
Input sensitivity: 1.5 V
Input impedance: 100 kΩ
Global negative feedback: 17 dB
S/N ratio: greater than 100 dB (IHF-A)
Output polarity: non-inverting
Maximum power consumption: 600 W
Dimensions: 430 x 190 x 390 mm
Weight: approximately 26 kg
The Copland CTA 506 was released in 2011 and is one of the brand’s most recognized tube power models, notable for the use of KT120 and the high available power for an amplifier in this category.
A piece of great interest for collectors, tube enthusiasts, and audiophile-level high-fidelity systems.
It will be carefully packaged for safe shipping.

