Gryphon Audio Designs—the Danish high priests of ultra-luxe hi-fi excess—have just unveiled the fifth-generation Antileon power amplifier that will premiere at HIGH END Munich 2025 (Atrium 4.1, Room E120). First unleashed in 1991 as the DM-100, the original Antileon laid the groundwork for everything Gryphon amps would become: true dual-mono construction, pure Class A topology, and enough current to make even the most stubborn loudspeakers beg for mercy.
Now, as Gryphon celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Antileon is back—reborn as the Antileon Revelation. And if the name sounds like something out of Norse mythology, that’s fitting. This thing doesn’t just drive speakers; it conquers them.
Since day one, the Antileon has been Gryphon’s crown jewel—the amp that refuses to die and refuses to compromise. From the original DM-100 to the Signature and EVO editions, this beast has been the brand’s top seller for decades. Now, to celebrate 30 years of Antileon domination and Gryphon’s 40th birthday, they’ve unleashed the Antileon Revelation—the most formidable version yet. Think of it as the apex predator of Class A amplifiers… if Thor and a Tesla Powerwall had a kid in Denmark.
While the core metalwork from the EVO sticks around (because if it ain’t broke, don’t machine it again), Gryphon has added a massive sculptural logo on top like a Viking crest declaring: “Yes, this will absolutely flatten your speakers.” The rear panel’s gotten a serious upgrade too—custom binding posts and dual 20-amp AC inlets because the standard wall juice just isn’t enough for this monster’s dual-mono architecture.
Inside? Oh, just 40 Toshiba high-current bipolar output transistors—the same firepower Gryphon puts in its flagship Apex amp—and 670,000uF of power supply capacitance per chassis. That’s not a typo. Also onboard: dual 1150VA toroidal transformers per chassis and an entirely separate supply for digital control. You want stereo? That’s 165 watts per channel of pure Class A muscle. Mono? 180 watts per channel, still Class A. No compromise. No excuses. No fans (except you, drooling right now).
It sounds like you’d expect: thunderous, razor-controlled bass, treble that opens up like a Nordic sunrise, and that midrange? Silky, dimensional, and so grainless it might violate EU food labeling laws.
Key Specifications
Design & Build
- Pure Dual Mono configuration
- Class A balanced differential input and ultra-fast voltage amplification
- No output relays, DC servo coupling, and frequency-independent damping
- Fully regulated low-noise PSU for all voltage stages
- Gryphon silver internal wiring & polypropylene cap decoupling
- Military-spec double-sided PCBs (up to 105μm copper)
- Designed and built in Denmark
Power & Components
Stereo Version:
- 40 Toshiba high-current bipolar output transistors (20/ch)
- 2 x 1150VA custom toroidal transformers
- 335,000 μF power supply capacitance per channel
- Output:
- 2 x 160W @ 8Ω,
- 2 x 320W @ 4Ω
- Output impedance: 0.04Ω
- Gain: +31dB
- Input impedance (balanced): 20kΩ
- Bandwidth: 0.3Hz – 350kHz (-3dB)
- Power inlet: 2 x IEC C19
- Dimensions: 57 × 26 × 60 cm
- Weight: 84 kg
Mono Version:
- 2 × 40 Toshiba output transistors per chassis
- 2 x 1150VA custom toroidal transformers
- 670,000 μF power supply capacitance per chassis
- Output:
- 2 x 180W @ 8Ω,
- 2 x 360W @ 4Ω
- Output impedance: 0.02Ω
- Gain: +31dB
- Input impedance (balanced): 10kΩ
- Power inlet: 1 x IEC C19
- Dimensions: 57 × 26 × 60 cm
- Weight: 84 kg each
Additional Features
- Soft-start to avoid popping fuses
- Custom gold-plated binding posts and Neutrik XLR connectors
- Automatic or manual Green Bias (Low/Mid/High)
- Flash memory updates via PC or key fob
- 12V trigger link for system power sync
- Standby consumption: <0.5W
- Supplied with spikes & coasters for mechanical isolation
- CE Approved
In Gryphon’s Munich suite, the new Antileon Revelation Mono blocks will take center stage in an all-Gryphon, no-compromise rig that’s basically the audio equivalent of a private jet hangar. The system includes the Ethos CD/DAC ($39,800), Commander Preamplifier ($69,800), EOS 5 loudspeakers ($52,800/pair), and the PowerZone 3.20 Power Optimizer ($17,500)—because clearly, you’re going to need optimized power just to keep this thing from bending the grid.
Throw in the high-performance StandArt racks and a full loom of Gryphon’s Vanta cabling, and you’ve got one of the most powerful—and most expensive—listening setups in Europe this year. Better bring Elon Musk’s checkbook. Or his rocket.
The Bottom Line
The Gryphon Antileon Revelation Stereo Amp is a heavyweight contender in the audiophile world, coming in at $45,500 USD. Although it sits under Gryphon’s flagship Apex ($104.5K) and Mephisto ($61.5K) amps, the Revelation offers serious performance without the sticker shock of its pricier siblings. Want the Mono version? Same price per channel, so basically double the cost for a pair—just in case you want to flex even harder. Arriving in mid-August 2025 at 38,800 EUR or 45,500 USD per chassis, it’s a steal… if your idea of a bargain is about the same as what Trump was willing to cough up for Greenland (Denmark said no, but they did give us this amp, so we’ll call it a win).
For more information: gryphon-audio.dk
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