Emotiva BASX PT-100

Emotiva BASX PT‑100 – All-in-One Preamp, DAC, Phono, and FM Tuner

The Emotiva BASX PT‑100 is a remarkably affordable yet feature-rich stereo preamplifier that delivers excellent analog and digital sound performance, vinyl playback flexibility, and FM radio functionality—all wrapped in a clean, intuitive design.

Versatile Connectivity & Playback Options

• 2 pairs of analog RCA line inputs (CD, AUX) for traditional audio gear

• Dedicated phono input with switchable gain for Moving Magnet (MM) or Moving Coil (MC) cartridges

• Built‑in FM tuner with support for 50 station presets and mono mode for improved weak signal reception

• Digital inputs including coaxial (24/192), optical (Toslink 24/192), and USB‑B (24/96)—no driver required

• Optional Bluetooth (AptX) support via plug-in dongle

• Outputs include one stereo line-level output, two summed subwoofer outputs, and a front-panel headphone jack

High-Quality Audio Performance

• Line-level analog offers 4 V max output, frequency range 5 Hz–50 kHz ±0.04 dB, THD+Noise <0.0015 %, S/N >115 dB, and crosstalk <90 dB

• Phono stage supports 20 Hz–20 kHz standardized RIAA response, with THD+N <0.015 % (MM), <0.06 % (MC), and S/N >90 dB (MM), >68 dB (MC)

• Digital domain delivers 5 Hz–80 kHz response, THD+N <0.003 %, IMD <0.007 %, and S/N >110 dB

Thoughtful User Experience & Build Quality

• Blue VFD display with adjustable brightness and halo-lit standby indicator

• Front panel controls include Bass, Treble, and Balance adjustments, along with a mute function

• Simplified menu system accessible via rotary knob and soft buttons, fully operable via included remote

• 12 V trigger output for syncing with other audio gear

• Universal power (115–230 VAC auto-selecting), sturdy steel chassis with milled aluminum faceplate

• Compact footprint: 17″ × 2‑5/8″ × 12‑1/2″; 9 lb net weight