Inspired by the award-winning Audiolab 9000Q Pre-Amplifier, the 9000Q transcends the ordinary to deliver an extraordinary auditory experience. The 9000Q is a renewed and more capable device, with the self-explanatory description of it as greatness perfected.
Audiolab 9000Q Pre-Amplifier
Its tone controls and completely balanced signal paths feature, 9000Q, gives you the ability to delve into music with great flexibility and accuracy. Discover the thrill of music with the 9000Q and let it be the instrument that converts sounds into vibrant emotions.
Sabre Line ES9038PRO DAC Chip Set
Starting with the much complemented DAC section, the Audiolab 9000Q has an improved implementation of the ES9038PRO DAC chip. Building on the years of experience, and class-leading adoption of ESS DAC chipets, the 9000Q employs the eight-channel 9038PRO DAC chip. The highest standard in the current Sabre range. making it the perfect preamplifier interface for high-resolution digital audio files (and audiophiles!).
Tone Controls and Inputs
Besides that, 9000Q features a completely new custom transformer as well. it is basically some kind of a preamplifier power supply which can deliver the current on-demand, and with all the Audiolab expertise, this one allows a very controlled performance loaded with all the crisp detail and Audiolab sound signature.
Incorporating new tone controls for treble and bass adjustment accessed via the menu and having a range of +/-6dB in 2dB steps. The Audiolab 9000Q is a step forward over the already impressive 9000A ‘Pre’ performance. This feature enables the user to make subtle adjustments according to the room’s acoustics, speaker or power amplifier characteristics, or even just personal preference.
Connectivity
In addition to a multi-source, multi-format, hi-fi system manager. The 9000Q has a great range of inputs to match. It can handle both analogue and digital sources, offering 3 x line level AUX inputs, a balanced XLR stereo pair. A dedicated phono input for a stand-alone phono preamplifier as mentioned earlier.
As well as 2 x COAX (S/PDIF up to192kHz 24Bit), 2 x Optical (S/PDIF up to 192kHz 24Bit), a Bluetooth 5.1 receiver and a PC USB input.
In addition, the ES9038PRO DAC chip section was a good technique. But the Audiolab 9000Q makes the concept look advanced. Apart from years of experience and becoming a leader in the ESS DAC chips. The 9000Q now incorporates this 8-channel chip, the current top standard in the Sabre lineup.
Features and Benefits
- Multiple Inputs: Do away with the mess and connect different devices without any problem one at a time.
- Solid Build: This product is made using top-quality materials that have enhanced really high durability.
- Advanced Technology: It is the latest one and raises the level of your sound to the highest possible.
- Perfect Pairing: Power amps really bring out the life in it so that it could really hit those high notes. Thus, the going beyond a mere listening pleasure.
- Ease of Use: It is basically a very simple product with very easy-going controls.
Summary of the Audiolab 9000Q Pre-Amplifier
Like the 9000 series standard, the 9000Q is equipped with a 4.3” full colour TFT display that enables access to a wide range of settings. Functions and information through its very functional General User Interface.
Besides showing level, input, file format and signal information, the display allows to get into the amp’s menu system. Which offers the possibilities of digital up sampling, input sensitivity adjustment, balance control, automatic standby switching, and volume curtailment when the amp is powered up.
As a bonus, the user can choose from ‘analogue’ or ‘digital’ versions of a VU meter. Which displays the instantaneous decibel levels for the left and right channels. A lovely and pleasing visual of the music flow. Also, the meter light can be dimmed or turned off completely depending on the user’s wish.
Advanced Features for Modern Listening
The 9000Q has one auxiliary output set at a constant level and three variable pre-outputs. These include two RCA and one XLR output. The three outputs are not guided by any external source. But they can be used at a particular time without causing any problems.
Among other features, the device supports a source configuration option that lets users choose a completely balanced stereo XLR signal path. Yet, through analogue Volume Control. A direct connection between input and output is established without interference from the audio signals.
The 9000Q user has access to a plethora of cutting-edge attributes. The device is also supplied with appropriate EQ and DRC tools to maintain balance among audio components. Thus, regardless of the sound source, the sound will equal that of the actual instrument in a studio. The 9000Q has all the right parts to please your ears while listening to music.
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