MOON 760A Power Amplifier Certified Reserved

The MOON 760A Power Amplifier is a high-end dual-mono stereo power amplifier built for audiophile systems that need serious current delivery, refined tonal accuracy, and strong speaker control in a slimmer Evolution-series chassis. Its DC-coupled, balanced differential design combines a no-overall-feedback circuit, an oversized dual-mono power supply, proprietary MOON Bipolar Output transistors, and Class A output for the first 5 watts, helping it deliver open mids, convincing dimensionality, fast transient response, and authoritative bass. With balanced XLR and single-ended RCA inputs, bi-wire-capable speaker outputs, bridged-mono flexibility, and RS-232/12V trigger integration, the 760A is designed for both reference two-channel listening and premium custom-installed systems.

The MOON Certified Reserve Standard

Every MOON Certified product meets a strict manufacturer standard:

• Fully tested, refurbished, and certified by MOON technicians
• Includes new packaging and complete accessory packs
• Technician sign-off certification included
• Backed by a 5-year manufacturer warranty

What It's Good At:

• Driving demanding speakers with stable dual-mono current delivery and strong bass authority
• Preserving detail, timbre, and soundstage depth with MOON’s no-overall-feedback amplifier architecture
• Getting the most from balanced systems through fully balanced differential circuitry and XLR connectivity
• Scaling from stereo playback to higher-output mono use with bridged-mono capability
• Integrating cleanly into advanced systems with RS-232 and 12V trigger input/output
• Reducing vibration and thermal compromise with an ultra-rigid chassis, aircraft-grade heatsinks, and an oversized power supply

MOON 760A Full Specifications:

• Product type: Dual-mono stereo power amplifier
• Number of channels: 2
• Configuration: Balanced / dual-mono
• Amplifier design: DC-coupled Class A/B with Class A output to 5 watts
• Circuit topology: No overall feedback; fully balanced differential circuitry up to the output stage
• Output power at 8Ω: 130 watts per channel
• Output power at 4Ω: 260 watts per channel
• Output power at 2Ω: 500 watts per channel listed on MOON’s power amplifier chart
• Output power, bridged mono at 8Ω: 500 watts
• Input sensitivity: 900mV RMS
• Input impedance: 47,500Ω
• Gain: 31dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio at full power: 104dB
• Frequency response (full range): 10Hz–200kHz, +0/-3.0dB
• Crosstalk at 1kHz: -102dB
• THD (20Hz–20kHz at 1 watt): 0.015%
• THD (20Hz–20kHz at 130 watts): 0.04%
• THD at 1kHz, full power: < 0.04%
• Intermodulation distortion: 0.01%
• Inputs: One balanced XLR and one single-ended RCA input per channel
• Input-use note: Use either XLR or RCA per channel, not both at the same time
• Speaker outputs: Heavy-duty gold-plated binding posts, 1 pair per channel, bi-wire capable
• Control connections: RS-232 port; 12V trigger input/output (1 / 1)
• Protection / diagnostics: Self-diagnostic system detects overheating and DC in the input signal
• Power supply: Oversized dual-mono supply with custom proprietary toroidal transformer
• Output devices: Precision-matched, fully decoupled proprietary MOON Bipolar Output transistors
• Chassis and cooling: Ultra-rigid chassis; custom aircraft-grade aluminum heatsinks with thermally transparent paint
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 18.75 x 4.0 x 18.1 in. / 47.6 x 10.2 x 46.0 cm
• Weight / shipping weight: 45 lb / 20 kg

MOON 760A Q&A:

What kind of amplifier is the MOON 760A?

It is a two-channel dual-mono power amplifier with balanced configuration, a DC-coupled Class A/B design, and Class A operation for the first 5 watts.

How much power does the 760A deliver?

In stereo mode, it delivers 130 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 260 watts per channel into 4 ohms. MOON also lists 500 watts in bridged mono at 8 ohms, and its amplifier chart shows 500 watts per channel into 2 ohms.

Can the 760A be used in bridged mono mode?

Yes. The manual states that it can be converted to bridged-mono operation and specifies the use of a Simaudio XLR-BRIDGE Y-cable to feed both channels from one input signal.

What inputs does it offer, and can XLR and RCA be connected at the same time?

It provides one balanced XLR input and one single-ended RCA input per channel. Either mode can be used, but both should not be connected at the same time, and MOON recommends balanced XLR when possible.

Does it support bi-wiring?

Yes. Each channel uses heavy-duty gold-plated speaker binding posts, and the rear panel is designed to accommodate bi-wiring.

What control and integration connections are included?

The rear panel includes an RS-232 port plus one 12V trigger input and one 12V trigger output, which can also be used for daisy-chaining another power amplifier on the same trigger circuit.

Does the 760A include protection or diagnostic features?

Yes. Its self-diagnostic system monitors overheating and DC at the input. The front-panel LED blinks twice for DC protection, three times for overheating, and four times for an unknown problem.

Should the amplifier stay powered on, and does it need break-in time?

MOON says the 760A is designed to remain powered up for optimal performance. The manual also notes a 300-hour break-in period, and after being powered down for several days it may need a few hours to return to optimum performance.

MOON 760A Downloads:

MOON 760A User Manual
MOON 760A Comparison Chart