Goldmund Telos 9800 is a Dual-Chassis Monoblock Amplifier
Amy Duong — August 15, 2026 — Art & Design
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Goldmund Telos 9800 separates its power supply and amplification stages into two dedicated enclosures, marking the first dual-chassis configuration in the Telos series. The power supply houses a 10 kVA transformer and a 648 mF capacitor bank that delivers current to the amplification stage while remaining galvanically isolated. Stable with speaker loads down to 1 ohm, the monoblock amplifier is built from micro-blasted aluminum with 15 mm side panels, 40 mm passive heatsinks and gold-plated copper terminals, with finishes available in grey or black.
Each amplifier powers a single audio channel, requiring two units for stereo operation. A stereo pair weighs approximately 720 kg and is valued at around $1 million USD. Natural convection cooling eliminates the need for fans, while the two enclosures are visually linked by a single gold plate separating the power supply from the amplifier section. Goldmund specifies professional installation using trained technicians and lifting equipment because of the system's size and weight.
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Each amplifier powers a single audio channel, requiring two units for stereo operation. A stereo pair weighs approximately 720 kg and is valued at around $1 million USD. Natural convection cooling eliminates the need for fans, while the two enclosures are visually linked by a single gold plate separating the power supply from the amplifier section. Goldmund specifies professional installation using trained technicians and lifting equipment because of the system's size and weight.
Image Credit: Goldmund
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