Accuphase E 205

The Accuphase E 205 is without a doubt a great amplifier, one of the best I have ever used, clean and crystalline sound, that still manages to be smooth and well controlled, a good balance between medium, treble and bass, excellent!

Renowned for its clean, crystalline sound combined with silky smooth control, the E-205 delivers a perfect balance across midrange, treble, and bass frequencies. This isn’t just an amplifier — it’s a true music lover’s gem.

Though an entry-level model in the Accuphase lineup, the E-205 boasts massive power reserves with its conservative 80 watts per channel rating actually hiding true performance of 110 watts at 8Ω and an impressive 160 watts at 4Ω (as tested by Stereoplay, 1986).

Designed for audiophiles, it features dedicated phono inputs for both MM and MC cartridges, complete with impedance selectors tailored to your cartridge type, ensuring maximum fidelity and signal clarity.

What truly sets the E-205 apart is its exceptional dynamic range and detail retrieval at any volume level. Whether you’re enjoying music late at night or in a quiet apartment, the sound remains rich and full-bodied — no need to crank up the volume to feel every note, every subtle nuance is crystal clear even at low levels.

Key Technical Highlights:

• Rated power output: 80W/channel (conservative)

• Real-world tested power: 110W/channel at 8Ω, 160W/channel at 4Ω

• Separate MM and MC phono inputs with adjustable impedance

• Low distortion and high signal-to-noise ratio for pure, immersive sound

• Robust build quality typical of Accuphase craftsmanship