Audiolab 9000Q

Preamplifier

Audiolab 9000Q

Preamplifier
$1,999.00
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Overview

Audiolab 9000Q preamplifier features an ESS Sabre ES9038Pro DAC, Bluetooth 5.1, an MM phono stage, and a 4.3 inch IPS display. Versatile connections like balanced XLR and USB make it ideal for any high performance sound system setup.

The Audiolab 9000Q serves as a central control hub for managing both digital and analogue audio sources. At its core, an ESS Sabre ES9038Pro 32 bit DAC processes digital signals, supporting sampling rates up to 192kHz via optical or coaxial connections and up to PCM 768kHz or native DSD512 through the USB B port. System status, menus, and input selections display across a front panel 4.3 inch IPS LCD screen.

For traditional source equipment, the preamplifier offers three unbalanced RCA inputs, one balanced XLR input, and a dedicated low noise MM phono stage for turntables. Digital connectivity extends to two coaxial inputs, two optical inputs, and wireless Bluetooth 5.1 supporting high resolution aptX, aptX HD, and LDAC codecs. A built in current feedback headphone amplifier caters to personal listening across headphone loads ranging from 20 to 600 ohms.

Signal output options include two unbalanced RCA pre outputs, an AUX output, and a balanced XLR output, along with AV Direct functionality and tone controls. Two 12V trigger outputs allow linked components to power on automatically. Housed in a solid frame measuring 444 x 90 x 328 mm, this unit integrates cleanly into modern audio visual solutions and high performance sound system setup configurations.

Details & Specs

Model 90000Q
General Description Preamplifier
Design Philosophy and Core Technology ES9038Pro 32-bit DAC
4.3" 800 x 480 IPS LCD
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX/aptX HD/LDAC) streaming
Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amp
Dedicated High Performance Low Noise MM Phono stage
Inputs 3 x Analogue, 1 x XLR, 1 x Phono (MM)
2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical)
1 x PC USB (USB B), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX HD/LDAC)
Outputs 2 x RCA, 1 x XLR, 1 x Headphone, 2 x 12V Trigger
Sampling Frequency Optical/Coaxial: 44.1-192kHz
Sampling Frequency
PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD5, DSD512
Preamp / DAC
D to A Converter ES9038Pro
Input Sensitivity 1Vrms (Line, Volume = 0dB)
2Vrms (XLR, Volume = 0dB)
4.5mV (Phono MM, Volume = 0dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Impedance 120 ohm
Max. Sampling Frequency Optical, Coaxial: 192KHz
PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
Signal-to-noise Ratio (S/N) > 113dB (A-weighted, RCA)
> 117dB (A-weighted, XLR Direct)
Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)
Output Impedance 2.35 ohm
Load Impedance 20-600 ohm
General
Standby Power Consumption <0.5W
Net Weight 6.2kg
Gross Weight 8kg
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) 444 x 90 x 328 mm
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D) 514 x 165 x 470 mm
Finish Silver / Black
Power Requirements (depending on region) 220-240V - 50/60Hz
100-120V - 50/60Hz
Standard Accessories Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, Antennas

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