Product Description
The 036 Power Amplifier might be smaller than Burmester’s other power amps, but it does not compromise anything. Agility in the upper registers and a deep bass with loads of power reserves characterize this Power Amplifier.
Power Amplifier
The smaller stereo power amplifier 036 offers many of the same sonic features of Burmester’s bigger and more imposing power amps, only in an elegantly compact size. Its high damping factor and high-performance power supply are expressions of Burmester’s design philosophy. Fast signal processing and the ability to deliver high currents were foremost design criteria for this amp. They are responsible for its remarkably detailed and homogeneous sound. Agility in the upper registers and a deep bass with loads of power reserves characterize this newest member of the Burmester power amp family.
IMPRESSIONS
With attention to detail.
Recognisable as a typical Burmester even from the very first glance, the 036 power amplifier makes use of characteristic design elements of the Classic Line.
Design
Though it is Burmester’s smallest amp, the 036 still sports the classic silver-anodized aluminum cooling fins. While its overall visual appearance may be more modest its sound and power reserves leave no doubt that the 036 is a genuine Burmester amp that can deliver spectacular sound.
Handmade
As the smallest member of the Burmester power amp family, the 036 is also assembled by hand in the Berlin factory with the same attention to detail and the use of carefully selected parts as its larger siblings. The solid aluminum lid hides the fact that this amp, too, is build with highest-quality parts and its clean and tidy circuit layout bespeak the care and thoroughness of the design and manufacturing process.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
| Weight |
19 kg (41.9 lbs) |
| Width |
480 mm (18.9“) |
| Height |
101mm (4.2“) |
| Depth |
482 mm (19“) |
| Inputs |
1 XLR |
Bridgeable into mono
operation via mono adapters |
yes |
| X–Amp-technology |
yes |
Bi–Amping via
Bi–Amp adapters |
yes |
| REMOTE INPUT / OUTPUT |
1 / 1 |
Oversized power supply with 88.000 μF filter capacity and 450 VA toroidal transformer. Additional local filtering close to the output stages of 12.000 μF per channel.
Brand
Burmester
Burmester Audiosysteme, founded in 1977 by musician and engineer Dieter Burmester, designs and manufactures high-end audio components. Based in Berlin, the company has built a reputation for precision engineering and detailed sound reproduction. Burmester products are assembled by hand and feature distinctive design elements like polished chrome finishes and aluminum enclosures.
The company’s goal has remained the same since day one: deliver sound that feels as lifelike and dynamic as a live performance. Burmester’s lineup includes amplifiers, preamps, digital sources, and speakers across three product tiers: Classic, Reference, and Signature. These systems are known for their ability to combine technical precision with musicality. Rather than chasing trends, Burmester sticks to proven engineering principles and long product life cycles.
One example is the Burmester 100 phono preamplifier, which offers analog purity and digital flexibility. With two fully configurable inputs, precision-milled aluminum construction, and a built-in A/D converter, users can play vinyl through analog systems or archive it digitally. The 100 includes selectable impedance, gain, and equalization settings, giving listeners full control over their signal path.
In addition to home audio, Burmester develops custom sound systems for luxury automotive brands, including Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. These systems are tuned specifically for each vehicle’s interior. Whether in a living room or a car, Burmester focuses on delivering reliable, transparent sound that reflects the original recording as closely as possible.
