What does the "GAIN" or "GAIN STRUCTURE" in the specs on amps mean?

[imola ghost]

For instance:

Number of channels: 2
Amplifier Class: Short signal path A/B
Output design: Triple Darlington with Toshiba output stages
Differential Drive: Dual Differential input
Types of inputs: Both Balanced (XLR) and Un-balanced (RCA)
Type of outputs: Audiophile quality 5 way binding post
Display type: Digital VU meters
Metering: 14) Blue LEDS and 1) red per channel
Power output: 250 watts RMS/ channel into 8 ohms, 500 watts RMS/ channel into 4 ohms and 1,000 watts RMS bridged.
THD+N at rated power output: 0.007%
S/N ratio: >100db
Frequency response: 10 to 120Khz (-3db) and 20 to 20 (with less than .15db deviation)
Gain structure: 32db
Transformer size: 1600va mounted in a super structure
Secondary capacitance: 120,000uF
Weight: Approximately 75 pounds
Retail price: $799.00
17” W x 7.75” H x 19” D

 

[mazersteven]

Register, and ask this guy. Tell him Mazer sent you.

Dann G.
http://emotivalounge.proboards54.com/index.cgi?action=viewprofile&user=admin

 

[imola ghost]

I was actually registering as you posted when I found the forum.

Thanks!

 

[mtrycrafts]

Gain structure: 32db
D

I am willing to bet it is about the amount of power it can deliver, re 1watt. That 1000watt bridged mode is 30dB of gain. That other 2 dB may be dynamic capability?