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Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier
Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier
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Advance Paris A12 Classic – High-Fidelity Integrated Amplifier
The Advance Paris A12 Classic is a versatile and powerful integrated amplifier that blends audiophile-grade performance, high-resolution digital capabilities, and elegant design. Featuring a hybrid tube preamplifier, 190W per channel Class A/B amplification, and extensive connectivity options, this amplifier delivers rich, dynamic, and detailed sound that enhances any high-fidelity system.
Uncompromising Power & Refined Sound
🔹 190W per Channel Class A/B Amplification – Delivers exceptional power and clarity, effortlessly driving even demanding speakers. Dual toroidal transformers ensure a stable and clean power supply, providing dynamic, distortion-free playback.
🔹 Tube Pre-Amplification Stage – Features two ECC81 tubes in the preamp section, adding rich, organic warmth and depth, making both digital and analog sources more immersive and musical.
🔹 Premium DAC for High-Resolution Audio – Equipped with the Texas Instruments PCM1796 DAC, ensuring detailed, accurate digital conversion with support for high-resolution audio formats.
All-In-One Versatility & Connectivity
🔹 Comprehensive Analog & Digital Inputs – Includes 5 RCA line-level inputs, 2 balanced XLR inputs, 3 optical (TOSLINK) inputs, 3 coaxial (RCA) inputs, 1 AES/EBU input, and 1 USB Type-B input for computer audio.
🔹 HDMI ARC for TV Integration – Features 1 HDMI ARC and 1 HDMI Audio input, allowing seamless connection to modern home entertainment setups.
🔹 Phono Stage for Vinyl Lovers – Dedicated MM/MC phono stage with adjustable gain and impedance, providing pristine analog playback for turntables.
Extensive Outputs & Multi-Zone Capability
🔹 Dual Speaker Zones – Supports A and B speaker outputs, allowing multi-room audio configurations.
🔹 Balanced & Unbalanced Preamp Outputs – Includes 1 pair of balanced XLR pre-outs and 1 pair of RCA pre-outs for external amplification.
🔹 Dual Subwoofer Outputs – Two RCA subwoofer outputs with selectable crossover frequencies, enabling deeper, controlled bass performance.
🔹 12V Trigger & Control Features – Includes a 12V trigger output for seamless power control of external components.
Praise from Reviewers & Audiophiles
✔️ What Hi-Fi? praised the A12 Classic for its "wealth of inputs and outputs," highlighting its versatility and robust build quality.
✔️ Home Theater HiFi noted, "For this reasonable sum, you get a two-channel hybrid integrated amplifier with a dual mono solid-state amp driven by two toroidal transformers and a tube preamp with ECC81 tubes."
The Advance Paris A12 Classic stands out as a powerful, refined, and feature-packed amplifier, delivering high-fidelity performance, extensive connectivity, and a timeless design—perfect for audiophiles seeking the best of both analog and digital worlds.
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