Primare A35.2 Stereo Power Amplifier at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The A35.2 is a stereo power amplifier from Primare (Malmö, Sweden), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA. Built on a purpose-engineered UFPD 2 all-analog Class-D power module with custom-wound transformers, it delivers 200W per channel into 8Ω in stereo and an extraordinary 800W into 8Ω in bridged mono — making it the most powerful amplifier Primare has ever produced using their proprietary UFPD 2 technology. Designed as a statement stereo amplifier with balanced XLR inputs and bridged mono capability, the A35.2 combines immense power with absolute linearity and the natural, agile character that defines the Primare sound.

Purpose-Built UFPD 2 Power Module and Custom Power Supply

To achieve the A35.2's performance goals, Primare engineered an entirely new UFPD 2 power module — a purpose-built all-analog Class-D amplification stage designed specifically for this amplifier rather than adapted from an existing platform. To feed it, a completely new power supply featuring custom-wound transformers was developed to deliver the sustained electrical reserves required for high-demand musical passages. The result is an amplifier capable of immediate and sustained high power output with very low distortion, instantaneous rise time, and absolutely linear amplification across the entire audible bandwidth. With 400W available into 4Ω per channel in stereo mode, the A35.2 can drive even the most demanding loudspeakers with authority.

Bridged Mono Capability and System Building

The A35.2 bridges to 800W into 8Ω in mono configuration, enabling its use as an extraordinarily powerful monoblock when paired with a second unit. A single A35.2 in stereo anchors any two-channel system, while in a multi-channel home cinema context it serves as the dedicated front left and right amplifier partnering the A35.8 in configurations from 5.1.4 through 9.1.6. The standby button is discretely integrated within the Primare logo on the faceplate — an elegant expression of the brand's design philosophy. The 12V trigger input and output enable auto-on/standby within any custom installation.

Key Features

• Purpose-Built UFPD 2 Power Module: Engineered specifically for the A35.2 with custom-wound transformer power supply for maximum sustained output and linearity.
• 200W per Channel into 8Ω (Stereo): The most powerful UFPD 2 amplifier Primare has produced, with 400W available into 4Ω per channel.
• 800W Bridged Mono into 8Ω: Extraordinary monoblock power for the most demanding loudspeakers or multi-amplifier arrays.
• Balanced XLR Input: One balanced stereo XLR pair for fully differential connection from any preamplifier or processor.
• RCA Input: One stereo RCA pair for unbalanced connection.
• 12V Trigger In/Out: Two 3.5mm trigger connections for integration into multi-component custom installations.
• RS232 System Control: Full outboard control for professional installation environments.
• Scandinavian Design: Standby button integrated into the Primare logo — an expression of lagom design in Black or Titanium finish.

Technical Specifications

Connections at a Glance

• 1 × XLR Balanced Stereo Input
• 1 × RCA Stereo Input
• 2 × 12V Trigger (3.5mm In / Out)
• RS232 System Control

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Primare A35.2?

The Primare A35.2 is a stereo power amplifier from Primare (Sweden) using a purpose-built UFPD 2 all-analog Class-D power module with custom-wound transformer power supply. It delivers 200W per channel into 8Ω in stereo and 800W into 8Ω in bridged mono, making it the most powerful UFPD 2 amplifier Primare has produced. It accepts both balanced XLR and RCA inputs and is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA.

How does the Primare A35.2 compare to the Parasound Halo A 21+?

The Primare A35.2 and Parasound Halo A 21+ are both high-power stereo power amplifiers with balanced XLR inputs, but they use different amplification technologies. The A 21+ uses Class AB topology at 300W per channel into 8Ω. The A35.2 uses Primare's proprietary UFPD 2 all-analog Class-D at 200W into 8Ω, rising to 400W into 4Ω. The A35.2 bridges to 800W mono, comparable to the A 21+'s 900W bridged figure. The key distinction is in topology: UFPD 2 delivers its power with lower heat output, a smaller chassis footprint, and the characteristic speed and linearity of Primare's Class-D approach. The A35.2 is also the natural partner for the Primare PRE35 Prisma DM36 preamplifier in an all-Primare separates system.

How does the Primare A35.2 compare to the Rotel RB-1590 MKII?

The Primare A35.2 and Rotel RB-1590 MKII are both serious two-channel power amplifiers with balanced inputs. The RB-1590 MKII uses Class AB amplification at 350W per channel into 8Ω. The A35.2 uses UFPD 2 all-analog Class-D at 200W into 8Ω but delivers 800W in bridged mono, and its custom-wound transformer power supply is purpose-designed for this specific amplifier rather than shared across a product family. The A35.2's lower continuous wattage compared to the RB-1590 MKII reflects the efficiency difference between Class D and Class AB topologies rather than any performance limitation.

What is UFPD 2 and how does it differ from the UFPD used in other Primare amplifiers?

UFPD 2 (Ultra Fast Power Device 2) is Primare's proprietary all-analog Class-D amplification technology, a fundamental rework of the original UFPD platform. In the A35.2 specifically, the UFPD 2 module is purpose-engineered for this amplifier — it is not an adapted module from the I35 or I25 but a dedicated design matched to the custom power supply. This allows the A35.2 to achieve higher sustained power output and lower distortion than would be possible with a shared amplifier module, making it genuinely a statement-level power amplifier rather than an upgraded integrated stage.

Can the Primare A35.2 be used in a bridged mono configuration?

Yes. The A35.2 bridges to 800W into 8Ω in mono mode, making it suitable for use as an extremely powerful monoblock amplifier when two units are employed. In a multi-channel home cinema context, a single A35.2 in stereo serves as the dedicated front left and right amplifier partnered with the A35.8 eight-channel amplifier covering the remaining channels — enabling configurations from 5.1.4 through 9.1.6 Auro-3D.

Where can I buy the Primare A35.2 in Buffalo, NY?

The Primare A35.2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Primare dealer in Buffalo, NY, USA. The Vinyl Sound team provides expert guidance on amplifier pairing, preamplifier matching, and system building including home cinema multi-amplifier configurations. Visit vinylsound.com or contact the Buffalo showroom for availability and demonstration.