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Advance Paris A12 Apex Pre-Amplifier

Advance Paris A12 Apex Pre-Amplifier

The A12 APEX features the hybrid design of Advance Paris's flagship integrated amplifiers, with high power output (190W in Class A/B under 8 Ω) and the same musicality that is recognised worldwide. It has two power transformers to drive even the most demanding speakers on the market.

The A12 APEX combines timeless design with modern technology to deliver power, musicality and ease of use.

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The APEX range is the result of the Advance Paris engineering team’s efforts to push the boundaries of our Classic range in terms of performance and functionality.

To celebrate the brand’s 30th anniversary, Advance Paris is presenting a special limited edition 30TH EDITION with a black finish.

Key Features

• Preamplifier with 2 ECC81/12AT7 tubes offering warm sound and great musicality.
• 2 x 190W Class A/B amplifier combining power and listening refinement with dual toroidal power supplies.
• High-Bias function activates double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at a higher power.
• Bluetooth aptX AD - LL option (A-BTC module): allows you to send music from your smartphone/tablet/computer to the A12 APEX or send sound from a source connected to the A12 APEX to Bluetooth headphones.
• Zone A and B: Dual speaker outputs.

Connections & Sources

• 8 analogue inputs: 5x RCA, 1x Phono MM/MC, 2x XLR. 
• 8 digital inputs: 3x optical, 3x coaxial, 1x USB for computer, 1x AES-EBU.
• Bluetooth aptX AD - LL option (A-BTC module).
• 1 HDMI eARC socket with A12 APEX start-up when the TV is switched on and volume control.

Functions & Settings

• Settings: loudness, bass, treble, balance.
• Automatic standby adjustable from 5 to 60 minutes.
• Trigger IN/OUT to synchronise the switching on/off of a separate power amplifier.
• Connection possible for 2 subwoofers + separate PRE-OUT output (RCA and XLR) and AMP-IN input (RCA).
• Fixed REC-OUT output for recorder (cassette, MD, etc.).
• 110-220V voltage selector

Advanced Options

• High-Bias switch: activates double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at higher power levels.
 
SPECIFICATIONS
Output Power 8Ω
190W (THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 channels running)
Output Power 4Ω
292W (THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 channels running)
Frequency Response (+/-1dB)
20Hz > 80 kHz (43W, 8 Ω)
Distortion
0.047% (1 kHz, 135W, 8 Ω)
Signal-to-noise Ratio
104,8 dB (1 kHz, 135W, 8 Ω)
AC Input Compatibility
115/230V 50/60Hz
Transformer Type/Power
(2x) Toroïdal / (2x) 280 VA
DAC
ESS9039
Digital Inputs
(3x) Optique : 24bit - 192kHz PCM
 
(3x) Coaxial : 24bit - 192kHz PCM
 
(1x) USB audio 24bit/192 kHz PCM - DSD64 - DSD128
 
HDMI eARC: PCM Stereo
 
AES-EBU : 24bit - 192kHz PCM
A-BTC Input
For A-BTC Bluetooth receiver (optional)
Analogue Inputs
RCA LINE level (5x) - MM PHONO level (1x) + GROUND
 
XLR Line level (2x)
Analogue Outputs
REC-OUT (x1), PRE-OUT (x1) RCA - (1x) XLR, SUB-OUT (x2)
Headphone Jack
Jack 6.35mm, Mini-jack 3.5mm
High Bias
Yes, ON/OFF switch
Update
Via USB key on ‘UPDATE’ port
Speaker Terminals
(2x) Screw terminals compatible with bare cable, 
 
spade and banana plugs
Remote Control
Infrared, REM-19, compatible with A12 APEX and ACD
Trigger Jack
(2x) Input and Output, 12V
Product Dimensions
43 x 19.2 x 45.4 cm (WxHxD)
Packaging Dimensions
54,5 x 29.5 x 53.5 cm (WxHxD)
Gross Weight (kg) / Net Weight (kg)
21.9 Kg /  18.25 Kg
Model No.
A12 APEX 30TH EDITION
EAN Code
3 760 179 292 770

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