TELOS 790
The Heart of High-Fidelity
Integrated Stereo Amplifier
CHINA EXCLUSIVE
TELOS 790
The Heart of High-Fidelity
Integrated Stereo Amplifier
CHINA EXCLUSIVE
A Compact Masterpiece
The Telos 790 was conceived to offer a high-end stereo amplification solution that preserves the legendary Goldmund sound in a more compact form. Designed for audiophiles seeking top-tier performance without the complexity of separate amp monoblocks and preamplifiers, the Telos 790 drives passive stereo speakers with effortless precision—all from a single chassis.
Born from Heritage
At the core of the Telos 790 lies Goldmund’s proprietary Telos® amplifier technology—first introduced in the 1990s and refined ever since. Exclusive to Goldmund, this innovation remains unmatched in the industry. While the specific implementation remains confidential, the performance speaks for itself.
Operating in Class A/B, the Telos® circuit combines highly linear analog components with ultra-wide bandwidth. The result: exceptional sonic purity, ultra-low distortion, and high efficiency.
Unshakable Control
What sets the latest Telos® evolution apart is its unparalleled driver control. The amplifier not only delivers ample clean power but also manages speaker behavior with precision, particularly in the low-frequency range. This precision prevents woofer distortion and eliminates the unnaturally boomy, uncontrolled bass found in lesser systems—maintaining absolute sonic transparency at any volume.
Performance Elevated
Telos® technology minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions through optimized linearity at every amplification stage. It achieves what most amplifiers only promise: flawless lab performance and breathtaking real-world musicality. The Telos 790 interacts seamlessly with passive loudspeakers, preserving every nuance of the original signal with surgical precision and lifelike emotion.
Many internal components have been custom-engineered to Goldmund’s exacting standards—unavailable anywhere else—ensuring fidelity, power, and silence in equal measure.
Unseen Power
The Telos 790 features a redesigned power supply unit optimized for higher performance, increased output, and significantly expanded energy reserves. These improvements enhance the amplifier’s dynamic response, enabling it to manage rapid shifts in volume with ease—free from distortion or saturation.
Custom-built capacitor banks and a newly integrated power supply board ensure stability, control, and clarity, regardless of the musical demand. The amplifier delivers dynamic swings with unwavering authority while preserving the integrity of the original sound.
Silent. Efficient. Elegant.
The Telos 790’s cooling system combines oversized components, passive heat sinks, and precision-engineered thermal arms to distribute heat evenly across the chassis using an original star point methodology. Materials like machined aluminum, chosen for their superior thermal conductivity, ensure optimal dissipation—maintaining absolute silence.
This thermomechanical design enables the amplifier to operate at peak performance within a compact, refined form.
Engineered Sculpture
More than an enclosure, the Telos 790’s grey chassis is a feat of mechanical engineering.
Crafted in collaboration with aerospace-grade aluminum specialists, the screw-free design enhances structural rigidity while embodying minimalist beauty. Panel thicknesses—9 mm on the sides, 7 mm at the front, and 30 mm for the radiators—serve both aesthetic and functional roles.
Precision with Purpose
Every mechanical element supports critical performance objectives:
- Electromagnetic Shielding: Heavy-duty aluminum construction shields against EMI, preserving signal purity.
- Thermal Management: The chassis doubles as a heat sink for passive cooling.
- Vibration Control: Heavy structural mass eliminate mechanical and electronic resonances.
- Mechanical Grounding: Goldmund’s proprietary Conic Feet evacuate vibrations to the ground, preventing internal resonance and preserving sonic clarity.
Nothing Added. Nothing Taken Away.
Goldmund’s ultimate objective is absolute transparency—sound that is neither colored nor masked. Our systems introduce no artificial warmth, brightness, or enhancement. Instead, they act as a perfectly neutral medium, reproducing every sonic detail exactly as recorded.
This fidelity is achieved through:
- Near-zero noise
- Near-zero vibration
- Ultra-low harmonic and intermodulation distortion
- No overheating
- Exceptionally high dynamic range
- Near-zero transient intermodulation distortion (TIM)
The result is a listening experience so pure, so revealing, it feels as though the artist is in the room with you.
45 Years of Obsession
Every Goldmund amplifier is the result of an uncompromising process:
- Mechanical Precision: Each product is meticulously assembled using high-grade, custom-engineered components designed for durability and performance.
- Rigorous Testing: Every component is individually tested, and each finished unit undergoes exhaustive performance validation—both technical and perceptual.
Redefining Excellence
- Proprietary Design: From the smallest electronic detail to full mechanical assemblies, many parts are engineered in-house or hand-in-hand with our select providers to meet Goldmund’s exacting standards.
- Multidisciplinary Expertise: Goldmund brings together electronics, acoustics, and mechanical engineering—each discipline mastered over decades of innovation.
- Crafted in Switzerland: Hand-assembled by expert artisans in Geneva, each Telos amplifier reflects over 45 years of experience in pushing the limits of high-end audio.