Advance Paris - A12 Apex - Integrated Amplifier
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ℹ Product Information
A12 APEX – The natural evolution of the A12 Classic.
A new version of the legendary A12 Classic, enhanced with advanced features, elegant and high-performance accessories, and even more refined sound quality.
All in service of a single requirement: high fidelity.
The A12 APEX is a hybrid integrated amplifier, combining the warmth of tubes for preamplification and the power of transistors for amplification. This subtle combination offers great musicality, exceptional dynamics, and a faithful and vibrant sound reproduction.
- Power: 190 W per channel into 8 Ω
- Dual mono design: 2 toroidal transformers for high power and a detailed soundstage
- Hybrid architecture: audio tubes for preamplification, transistors for amplification
- Dual subwoofer outputs for improved bass response
- HDMI eARC input for easy integration with your TV
- A-BTC compatibility (optional) for a high-quality Bluetooth connection from your smartphone
- Bluetooth headphone connection via the A-BTC dongle, for discreet listening
The sonic magic of audio tubes
Music lovers will appreciate the warmth and rich sound offered by these tubes, often compared to the timeless smoothness of vinyl. Thanks to its hybrid technology combining tubes and transistors, the A12 APEX transforms every listening session into an immersive experience, where each instrument stands out with precision and the most subtle nuances of the music come alive.
Want to play a record?
Designed for discerning vinyl enthusiasts, the A12 APEX supports both MM and MC cartridges thanks to its integrated RIAA phono preamp. It ensures a faithful correction curve and balanced sound reproduction , preserving all the analog richness of your recordings.
Compatible with your Home Cinema amplifier
Are you passionate about cinema but don't want to compromise on the precision of Hi-Fi sound? Thanks to its AMP-IN inputs , the A12 APEX integrates easily into a home cinema setup. It then amplifies your main left and right speakers, providing them with pure Hi-Fi sound quality , far superior to that of a traditional AV receiver.
Mono or Stereo Subwoofers
Properly calibrated subwoofers significantly enhance the bass response, even in demanding Hi-Fi setups. The A12 APEX features two subwoofer outputs that can be configured in mono or stereo mode to optimise bass coherence and spatialisation for your system.
A-BTC compatibility
The A-BTC dongle offers full Bluetooth connectivity: it allows you to easily connect your phone, tablet or computer to the A12 APEX. It also allows the connection of Bluetooth headphones , ideal for listening to your music or watching a movie in silence, without compromising on sound quality.
The perfect partner for your television
Thanks to its HDMI eARC input , the A12 APEX amplifier connects directly to your TV for simplified use. CEC functionality ensures synchronisation: when you turn on the TV, the amplifier also turns on, and volume control is available directly from the TV remote.
Specifications
- Output power 8Ω: 2 * 190 W RMS
- Output power 4Ω: 2 * 292 W RMS
- Frequency response (+/- 1dB): 20Hz - 80 kHz
- THD+N Distortion: 0.047% (135W)
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 104.8 dB
- Tubes: ECC81 / 12AT7
- DAC: ESS9039
- Amplification class: Class A/B with High-Bias
- Transformer: (X2)Toric
- Mains voltage: 115/230 V 50/60Hz
- Width: 430 mm
- Height: 192 mm
- Depth: 454 mm
- Net Weight: 18.2 kg
- Gross Weight: 21.9 kg
