As ever, the 9000A is the centre of the audiolab focus in being the beating heart of any high-performance audio system. It’s more powerful, capable and feature-packed than any of the preceding models – the most advanced audiolab integrated amplifier yet. Versatility is key to audiolab’s integrated amplifier appeal, and the 9000A offers to cater for audiophiles of all creeds. Loaded with digital and analogue source connection, wireless connectivity for portable devices, an all-new phono stage to cater for vinyl playback and the usual, class-leading amplification for loudspeakers and headphones.
•Integrated stereo amplifier with hi-res DAC
• Class AB power amplification: 2x100W into 8 ohms
• DAC stage based around flagship ES9038PRO Sabre chipset
• Supports PCM to 32-bit/768kHz, DSD 64/128/256/512 and full MQA decoding
• Digital upsampling and five user-selectable DAC reconstruction filters
• Class A post-DAC active filter
• Bluetooth 5 streaming with LDAC and aptX HD support
• Certified ‘Roon Tested’
• High-performance MM phono stage
• Dedicated current-feedback headphone amp
• Three operational modes: Integrated Mode; Pre-Power Mode; Pre Mode
• 4.3in colour IPS LCD display
Specifications:
General Description: Integrated Amplifier
Design Philosophy and Core Technology:
2 x 100W (8 ohms) / 2 x 160W (4 ohms) Class AB
ES9038Pro 32-bit DAC
4.3" (800 x 480px) Large Size Full View IPS LCD
Built-in Certified MQA Full Decoder (PC USB, Coax/Optical)
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX/aptX HD/AAC/LDAC) Support
Dedicated High-performance, Low-noise MM Phono Stage
Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone AMP
Integrated / PRE-POWER / PRE Only Modes
USB Upgrade Support
Inputs: 3 x Analogue, 1 x XLR, 1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Power Amplifier, 2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x PC USB (USB B - Windows / mac OS only), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX HD/LDAC), 1 x 12V Trigger
Outputs: 1 x PRE Amplifier,1 x Stereo Speaker, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger
Sampling Frequency: Optical / Coaxial: 44.1kHz-192kHz; PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512
Preamplifier Section:
Gain (max.): +6dB (Line), +53dB (Phono MM)
Input Sensitivity: 1Vrms (Line, Volume = 0dB); 2Vrms (XLR, Volume = 0dB), 4.4mV (Phono MM, Volume=0dB)
Input Impedance: 10K (Line); 47K // 100pF (Phono MM)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.0004% (1kHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Voltage: 2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB)
Output Impedance: 120 ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 110dB (Line & XLR, A-weighted); > 80dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)
DAC
D to A Converter: ES9038Pro
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.001% (1kHz @ 0dBFS)
Output Level (0dBFS, 1kHz): 2.1Vrms
Max. Sampling Frequency Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz;
PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): > 117dB (A-weighted)
Power Amplifier Section
Gain: +29dB
Rated Power Output: 2 x 100W (8 ohms, THD<1%); 2 x 160W (4 ohms, THD<1%)
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.002% (1kHz @ 50W / 8 ohms)
Input Sensitivity: 1Vrms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): > 110dB (A-weighted)
Max. Output Current: 15A
Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW )
Output Impedance: 2.35 ohms
Load Impedance: 20-600 ohms
General
Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
Net Weight: 9.4kg
Gross Weight: 11.2kg
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D): 444 x 89 x 342
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D): 514 x 470 x 161
Finish: Black / Silver
Power Requirements: 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz;
Standard Accessories: Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, Antennas, etc.
