Amplitude16
Trinnov Amplitude16 Sixteen-Channel Power Amplifier
16-channel Class D power amplifier using ICEpower modules with custom dual power supply, gain-matched to Trinnov Altitude output for 6-8dB S/N advantage. Each pair of channels can be bridged. Optional Dante input board available.
Overview
The Trinnov Amplitude16 is a 16-channel Class D power amplifier utilising ICEpower modules with a custom dual power supply and thermal dissipation design. It is gain-matched to the Altitude output capabilities, resulting in a 6-8dB signal-to-noise advantage over other amplifier designs — a significant performance benefit in quiet cinema environments where noise floor matters. Each pair of channels can be bridged, providing up to 800W at 8Ω or 1000W at 4Ω per bridged pair. This offers unrivalled versatility for system designers, allowing higher power to LCR front channels or subwoofer drivers while maintaining 16 discrete channels for immersive surround configurations. The Amplitude16 is housed in a 3RU chassis designed to match the Altitude's aesthetics. It connects to the Altitude16 or Altitude32 via 2x DB25 connectors, or with the optional Dante input board (TN-AMP16-DANTEBOARD, $995) it can receive all 16 channels via a single CAT6 cable from the Trinnov AltitudeCI — eliminating analog cable runs entirely and simplifying rack wiring to a single network connection. Features include 12V trigger input and output for daisy-chaining multiple amplifiers, dual power supplies and inlets, rack ears, and a front LED screen that can be switched on or off via the rear panel.
Pros & Cons
Strengths
- Gain-matching to Altitude platform provides measurable noise floor improvement
- Optional Dante board enables single CAT6 connection from AltitudeCI — no analog breakout cables
- Bridgeable channel pairs offer flexible power allocation for LCR and subwoofer channels
- Dual power supplies and thermal design suited to continuous high-output cinema use
- Aesthetically matched to Altitude chassis for clean rack presentation
Limitations
- Dante board is optional and adds $995 — required for AoIP workflow with AltitudeCI
- DB25 connectivity requires breakout cables when used with Altitude16/32 analog outputs
- Premium pricing tier relative to generic 16-channel amplifiers
Full Specifications
Amplification
Connectivity
Power & Physical
Integrating Amplitude16 with Trinnov Altitude Processors
At Kolosseum, the Amplitude16 is specified alongside Trinnov Altitude processors in installations where gain-matching, noise floor performance, and rack simplicity are priorities. When paired with the AltitudeCI via the optional Dante board, the entire audio transport from processor to amplifier becomes a single CAT6 cable — dramatically simplifying rack wiring and eliminating analog breakout cables entirely. This Dante connection carries all 16 channels digitally, with the Amplitude16 handling D/A conversion internally.
Room Requirements
3RU of rack space. Allow adequate ventilation. For daisy-chained multi-amplifier configurations, connect 12V trigger outputs to downstream units.
Recommended Screen Pairing
As a power amplifier, the Amplitude16 is display-agnostic and integrates into the audio infrastructure.
Acoustic Considerations
Channel bridging should be planned at system design stage. Bridged pairs deliver significantly higher power for demanding LCR or subwoofer channels but reduce the total discrete channel count. Plan power allocation based on speaker sensitivity and room volume.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Trinnov Amplitude16 Sixteen-Channel Power Amplifier.
The optional Dante input board (TN-AMP16-DANTEBOARD, $995) allows the Amplitude16 to receive all 16 audio channels from a Trinnov AltitudeCI processor via a single CAT6 network cable using the Dante protocol. If you are using an AltitudeCI, we strongly recommend the Dante board — it eliminates all analog breakout cables and simplifies rack wiring to a single network connection. If you are using an Altitude16 or Altitude32 (which use analog DB25 outputs), the Dante board is not required.
Yes. Each pair of channels can be independently bridged, delivering 800W at 8Ω or 1000W at 4Ω per bridged pair. This is commonly used for front LCR channels or dedicated subwoofer outputs where higher power is needed, while running the remaining channels in standard stereo mode for surround speakers.
The Amplitude16 is designed to match the output voltage of Trinnov Altitude processors exactly. This eliminates the gain mismatch that occurs with third-party amplifiers and results in a 6-8dB signal-to-noise ratio improvement. In a quiet cinema room, this translates to a measurably lower noise floor during silent passages.
With AltitudeCI + Dante board: a single CAT6 cable. With Altitude16 or Altitude32 via analog: 2x DB25 breakout cables (Tascam pinout) — one per 8 channels. Trinnov and locally manufactured breakout cables are available from Krix.
The Amplitude16 is AUD $18,495 RRP. The optional Dante input board is an additional AUD $995. When specified with the Dante board installed, the total is AUD $19,490.
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