The nova300 is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC by Peachtree that delivers 300 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 450 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. It was released in 2017. It is a 2-channel design using a Class D output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC (Reference 9018K2M SABRE32), so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The Peachtree nova300 has an MSRP of $1,999 but can often be found around $1,499.
There are 3 Peachtree amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Peachtree Integrated Amplifier Series
Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The Peachtree nova300 is rated at 300 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Peachtree provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.003% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 300 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.003%
- 450 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 105dB Signal to Noise Ratio
How loud will 300 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the Peachtree nova300?
300 W into 8 ohms, 450 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
Peachtree nova300 is rated at 300 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Over 180 watts band. That is the top band we cover, so there is no step up from here - if it is not enough, the answer is more sensitive speakers or a smaller room, not more watts.
When pairing the Peachtree nova300 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Peachtree nova300 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Peachtree nova300 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Are you nuts? |
| Small Room | Bad |
| Mid-size Room | Poor |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Good |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Peachtree nova300, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Peachtree nova300 has total of 2 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Peachtree nova300 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- Pre-out/Main-in Loop
- 1/4-inch Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
Peachtree nova300 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Peachtree nova300. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Peachtree nova300 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
Peachtree nova300 has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Peachtree nova300 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Peachtree nova300's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the nova300 is the
Reference 9018K2M SABRE32, and supports resolutions up to
32-bit, 384KHZ.
Peachtree nova300 Physical Controls
Peachtree nova300 Handheld Remote
Peachtree nova300 External Dimensions and Weight
Peachtree nova300 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 4.37inch x 14inch x 14.25inch (111.0mm x 356.0mm x 362.0mm ). The unit weighs
7.7 kg (17 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Peachtree nova300 is approximately 1288.7cm2 / 199.7inch2.
- Width: 356.0mm (14")
- Height: 111.0mm (4.37")
- Depth: 362.0mm (14.25")
- Weight: 7.7 kg (17 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1288.7cm2 / 199.7inch2
- Volume: ~14.3 liter / 3.8 gallon
Available colors
Peachtree nova300 is available in Gloss Ebony Mocha and Piano Black color options.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Peachtree nova300 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Peachtree nova300
| General |
| Brand |
Peachtree |
| Full Model Name |
Peachtree nova300 |
| Release Date |
2017 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
300 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
450 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
0.003% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
105 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
Reference 9018K2M SABRE32 |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-A,USB-B |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
1/4-inch |
| Removable Power Cord |
Yes |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
111.0mm (4.37") |
| Width |
356.0mm (14") |
| Depth |
362.0mm (14.25") |
| Weight |
7.7 kg (17 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Gloss Ebony Mocha,Piano Black |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
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| Labor Warranty |
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