Hi quality hifi Music Fidelity Tempest integrated Amplifier

The Musical Fidelity Tempest is an early-1990s British hi-fi integrated amplifier renowned for its warm, highly musical sound signature. Marketed by the manufacturer at the time as a "Class B version of the A1," the Tempest actually hybridizes components and engineering logic from several legendary Musical Fidelity models, blending features of the A1, B1, and the Typhoon power amplifier. [1, 2, 3]

Core Specifications & Features

Power Output: 2x 40W RMS peak output into 8 ohms. [1]

High Current Design: Capable of delivering a punchy 35 amps of peak current, allowing it to drive demanding speakers better than standard mid-range competitors of its era. [1]

Connectivity: Built with 6 line-level inputs (AUX/Phono, CD, Tuner, CDV, Tape 1, Tape 2) and 2 tape line-level outputs. [1, 2]

Phono Stage: The standard base unit is line-only with a phono ground screw, though it originally offered an optional internal Moving Magnet (MM) phono board adapted from the older Synthesis amplifier. [1, 2]

Hardware Layout: Features low-noise BC550/BC560 transistors, Hitachi drivers, an over-specified MOSFET output stage, a massive internal power supply, and a front-panel 1/4" headphone jack. [1, 2]

Acoustic Character & Matching

The Tempest is highly regarded for its smooth, punchy, and "musical" delivery, making it exceptionally engaging for rock and pop music. It trades raw analytical detail and pristine imaging for a rich, uncoloured, fluid presentation that prevents listener fatigue. [1, 2]