{"product_id":"quad-33-303-amplifier-combination","title":"QUAD 33 \u0026 303 Pre\/Power Amplifier Combination","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 33 \u0026amp; 303 Pre\/Power Amplifier Combination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Quad 33 \u0026amp; 303 combination brings one of British hi-fi’s most iconic amplifier pairings into the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInspired by the original Quad 33 preamplifier and 303 power amplifier, this new-generation pairing retains the compact proportions, distinctive styling and analogue focus of the originals while introducing balanced connectivity, MM\/MC phono support, improved power delivery and modern system control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTogether, the 33 and 303 create a beautifully matched pre\/power system with genuine heritage, contemporary engineering and the flexibility to suit a wide range of modern hi-fi systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Modern Reworking of a Classic Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe original Quad 33 and 303 became one of the company’s most recognisable combinations, and the modern versions have been designed to preserve that identity without simply recreating the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe new 33 keeps the compact format, tactile controls and Tilt function that helped define the original, while the 303 retains its distinctive upright proportions and Class AB architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInternally, however, both units have been completely re-engineered to deliver the lower noise, wider bandwidth, greater current capability and improved connectivity expected from a modern hi-fi system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 33 Analogue Preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Quad 33 acts as the control centre of the system, providing a fully analogue signal path with a precision motorised ALPS volume control, multiple line inputs and both RCA and balanced XLR connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA dedicated phono stage supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, making the 33 particularly appealing to vinyl listeners who want to avoid adding a separate phono preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQuad’s distinctive Tilt control is also retained, allowing the overall tonal balance to be subtly adjusted without relying on conventional bass and treble controls alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuad 303 Class AB Power Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePower is provided by the Quad 303, a compact Class AB amplifier based around Quad’s symmetrical triples output-stage topology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn standard stereo operation it delivers 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 70 watts per channel into 4 ohms, with up to 10 amps of output current available for improved loudspeaker control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis gives the modern 303 considerably greater flexibility than the original design when partnered with contemporary bookshelf and floorstanding speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced XLR Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBoth components include balanced XLR connectivity, allowing the 33 and 303 to be linked using a fully balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis can help reduce susceptibility to electrical interference while also giving the system a more modern, premium connection option alongside conventional RCA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe combination remains equally straightforward for customers who prefer traditional single-ended analogue cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMM and MC Vinyl Playback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 33 includes a dedicated MM\/MC phono stage, allowing a wide range of turntables and cartridges to connect directly to the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMM gain is rated at 46dB, while MC gain rises to 63.5dB, giving the preamplifier the flexibility to accommodate both common moving magnet cartridges and lower-output moving coil designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier is built into the Quad 33, supporting headphones from 20 to 600 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis means the 33 \u0026amp; 303 system can also serve as a high-quality personal listening setup without requiring a separate headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridged Mono Upgrade Path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 303 can also operate in bridged mono mode. In this configuration, a single 303 can produce up to 140 watts into 8 ohms or 170 watts into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdding a second 303 therefore creates a compact pair of monoblock power amplifiers, giving the system greater power and channel separation while retaining the same distinctive visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Quad Styling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVisually, the 33 and 303 are designed to belong together. The 33 uses a compact horizontal chassis with illuminated controls and a clear LCD display, while the 303 adopts the familiar upright form associated with the original model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFinished in Classic QUAD Grey, the pairing has a distinctive retro-modern appearance that stands apart from conventional black-box hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact High-End Hi-Fi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOne of the strengths of the QUAD 33 \u0026amp; 303 combination is how much performance it delivers from a relatively small footprint. The 33 measures just 258mm wide, while the 303 is only 120mm wide, making the pair easy to accommodate in rooms where a large full-width pre\/power system may be impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrecision motorised ALPS volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e3 x RCA line inputs \/ Balanced XLR input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBalanced XLR pre-output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMM and MC phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQUAD Tilt control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDedicated headphone amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRemote control supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClass AB power amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQUAD symmetrical triples output stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2 x 50W into 8 ohms \/ 2 x 70W into 4 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustom 200VA toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Iconic QUAD System Reborn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe QUAD 33 \u0026amp; 303 combination is ideal for listeners who want a compact, distinctive analogue system with genuine hi-fi heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIts MM\/MC phono stage, balanced connectivity, headphone output and upgradeable power architecture make it considerably more flexible than its classic appearance might suggest, while the combination of the 33’s low-noise analogue control and the 303’s Class AB power stage delivers the musical, refined presentation long associated with QUAD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor customers looking for something more characterful than a conventional integrated amplifier, the 33 \u0026amp; 303 pairing offers a compelling blend of history, usability and modern performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64680260829561,"sku":"Quad-33-Pack-1","price":2395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6925\/8475\/files\/Quad-303-33-0.jpg?v=1790078004","url":"https:\/\/www.weybridge-audio.co.uk\/products\/quad-33-303-amplifier-combination","provider":"Weybridge Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}