Stromtank S 1000 - COMPUTER-CONTROLLED BATTERY POWER SOURCE
Stereophile|July 2022
The Kingdom of Audiophiledom rests on a paradox. Inanimate audio systems and rooms aim to deliver music that animates our senses and touches our souls. The inherently lifeless exists to bring music to life.
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Stromtank S 1000 - COMPUTER-CONTROLLED BATTERY POWER SOURCE

SPECIFICATIONS

Description Computer-controlled lithium-iron-phosphate battery array. Storage capacity: 1000Wh. Output voltage: 100– 130V AC. Output frequency: 60 Hz±0.05% (crystal controlled). Continuous output power @ 25°C: 450VA. Output power up to 30 min @ 25°C: 700VA. Peak power 3 sec @ 25°C: 1800VA. Harmonic distortion: <2%. Maximum load: up to short circuit. Acoustic level: <29dB SPL. AC output receptacles: 8 US sockets (4 Hubbell duplex hospital spec. grade).

Dimensions 18.5” (480mm) W × 8.7” (220mm) H × 18.5” (470mm) D. Weight: 90lb (41kg).

Finish Silver/black anodized, others at additional cost.

Serial number of unit reviewed 317519. Made in Germany.

Price $15,975. Number of US dealers: 5.

Manufacturer Stromtank, Rathenower Str. 45, 10559 Berlin, Germany. Email: info@stromtank.com. Web: stromtank.com US distributor: Stromtank of America, 5855 E Surrey Dr., Cave Creek, AZ 85331. Tel: (480) 575-3069.

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