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ADVANCE PARIS A8 APEX HYBRID STEREO AMPLIFIER

The A8 APEX is a hybrid integrated amplifier, inspired by the A10 and A12, combining ECC81/12AT7 tubes and transistors for 2x75W of Class A/B power. It offers inputs for a variety of sources (analog, digital, USB, HDMI e-ARC) and advanced features (1 subwoofer output, Pre-Out, Amp-In).

$3,299.00

Brand

Advance Paris

DESCRIPTION

The A8 APEX features the hybrid design of our flagship integrated amplifiers in a more compact format, but still delivers high power (76W in Class A/B under 8 Ω) and the same musicality that is recognised worldwide. To celebrate the brand’s 30th anniversary, Advance Paris are presenting a special limited edition 30TH EDITION with a black finish. The A8 APEX combines timeless design with modern technology to deliver power, musicality and ease of use.

Key features

· Preamplifier with 2 ECC81/12AT7 tubes offering warm sound and great musicality.

· 2x76W Class A/B amplifier combining power and listening refinement.

· High-Bias function activating double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at higher power.

· Bluetooth aptX AD - LL option (A-BTC module): allows you to send music from your smartphone/tablet/computer to the A8 APEX

Features

Features
2x75W class A/B and tube preamplification Toroidal transformer power supply Numerous audio inputs and outputs VU-metre

Specifications

Specification

Digital Inputs	1x Optical 24bit, 192kHz PCM 2x Coaxial 24bit, 192kHz PCM 1x USB-B 24bit, 192kHz PCM DSD64 DSD128 1x HDMI eARC PCM Stereo A-BTC Input for Bluetooth Receiver (optional)
Analogue Inputs	7x RCA Line Level 1x RCA AMP IN 1x MM Phono
Analogue Outputs	1x RCA REC-Out 1x RCA PRE-Out 1x RCA SUB-Out 1x 6.35mm Headphone Jack Speaker Terminals Compatible with bare wire, banana plugs, spades
Control Connectivity	Infrared Remote Control REM-19 Compatible with APEX A8 and APEX ACD 12V Trigger (100mA) 1x 3.5mm Output
Output Power (THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 channels running)	2x 76W RMS into 8Ω 2x 110W RMS into 4Ω
Frequency Response	20Hz - 80 kHz (+/-1dB,16W, 8 Ω)
THD+N Distortion	0.03% (1 kHz, 52W, 8 Ω)
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB (1 kHz, 52W, 8 Ω)
Tubes	ECC81 / 12AT7
Transformer	Toroidal 240VA
DAC	ESS9018
Amplification Class	Class A/B with High-Bias
Mains Voltage	115/230V AC 50/60Hz
Dimensions	430mm Width 363mm Depth 132mm Height
Weight	9.4kg Net 12.5kg Gross

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