Creek Audio Evolution 100A Review: A New Era of Integrated Amplification

Creek Audio Evolution 100A Review lands with a bang in the integrated amplifier world. Melding 360 Watts of toroidal-transformer muscle with precision-engineered filtering, this sleek unit effortlessly delivers over 110 W into 8 7Omega and 170 W into 4 7Omega. Whether you re spinning vinyl or streaming lossless files, the Evolution 100A brings clarity, depth and musicality that demands attention.

Design That Speaks Volumes

The Evolution 100A retains its predecessor 19s refined silhouette with a slim profile and engraved front panel, nestling seamlessly into any modern audio set-up. The Black or Silver brushed-aluminium faceplate is complemented by solid-metal control knobs and a tactile soft-touch button array. A large white-on-black OLED display, complete with custom graphics and adjustable brightness, delivers high-resolution feedback at a glance.

Precision Engineering at Its Core

Beneath the elegant exterior lies a 360 W low-profile toroidal mains transformer and multiple power-supply capacitors in parallel, ensuring rock-solid voltage and minimal noise. Creek s advanced circuit topology yields <0.002% THD, >102 dB SNR and an output impedance of <0.05 7Omega from 20 Hz–20 kHz, translating to a transparent soundstage with effortless dynamics.

Flexible Connectivity & Expansion

With five unbalanced RCA inputs, one balanced XLR and two dedicated power-amp inputs, the Evolution 100A caters to turntables, streamers and digital sources alike. Two sets of gold-plated binding posts with A/B switching support bi-amping or multi-room zones. The rear expansion slot accepts the Sequel mk3 phono stage, AMBIT FM/AM tuner or RUBY DAC/Bluetooth module, making future upgrades a breeze.

Who Is It For?

If you’re an audiophile craving punchy bass, pristine mids and airy treble, the Evolution 100A is your gateway to immersive listening. It’s equally at home powering monitor-style speakers in a compact lounge or driving floorstanders in a dedicated listening room. Vinyl enthusiasts will appreciate the optional phono pre-amp slot, while digital-stream fans can integrate the RUBY DAC with effortless ease.

Pros & Cons

• Pros: Superb power output with low distortion; Elegant, slimline chassis; High-resolution OLED interface; Expandable with phono, tuner and DAC modules; Energy-efficient (idle <20 W, full load 500 W).
• Cons: Optional extras come at an additional cost; Premium price point may be beyond entry-level budgets.

Take The Next Step

Ready to elevate your sound system? View the full Creek Audio Evolution 100A details on our site or call our expert team on 1300 308 11. Our specialists are here to discuss your setup, offer tailored advice and ensure you experience the Evolution 100A at its best.