British brand Roksan, now under the Monitor Audio umbrella, has announced the fourth-generation Caspian Series 4G streaming preamplifier and power amplifier. Both models are available now, handbuilt at the factory in Essex, UK.
Caspian Series 4G Streaming Pre-Amplifier
Overview
A preamplifier equipped with BluOS streaming technology, supporting 24bit/192kHz high-resolution file playback. Also Roon Ready certified.
Main Specifications
- DAC: Dual-mono Rapture DAC (differential current conveyor topology)
- Phono Input: MM/MC compatible (calibrated RIAA equalization)
- Digital Inputs: HDMI ARC, optical, coaxial
- Volume Control: Hybrid digital-analog (with DSP)
- Display: OLED display (customizable input icons)
- App Control: MaestroUnite app compatible
MaestroUnite Technology
The following features can be controlled through the MaestroUnite app:
- Intelligent Tone: Tone control
- Boundary: Wall proximity correction
- Speaker: Speaker characteristic optimization
- Phono: Phono input adjustment
Ground-Switching Inputs
Employs ground-switching inputs to minimize crosstalk.
Price
£3,500 / $4,500 / €4,000
Caspian Series 4G Power Amplifier
Overview
A stereo power amplifier featuring the Euphoria Class AB amplification architecture. Separate power supplies are provided for the current amplifier and voltage amplifier stages.
Main Specifications
- Amplification: Euphoria Class AB
- Output (Stereo): 105W×2 (8Ω) / 200W×2 (4Ω)
- Output (Bridged Mono): 420W (8Ω) / 630W (4Ω)
- Features: Tuned soft-clip operation (achieves maximum SPL before distortion onset)
Design Philosophy
According to the manufacturer, the design aims for “a balance of power and finesse,” employing precisely engineered analog circuitry.
Price
£3,000 / $3,750 / €3,500 (per unit)
Availability
Both models are available now, handbuilt at the Essex, UK factory.
Reference Links / Sources
- StereoNET: https://stereonet.com/news/first-listen-roksan-caspian-series-4g-streaming-pre-amp-power-amp
- Roksan Official: https://roksan.com/