Integrated Amplifier from Audiolab
The 6000A MKII preserves the original's position as an accessible yet remarkable “step-up” amplifier, perfect for entry-level audiophiles but with significant upgrades in sound and features. Visually, the MKII mirrors its predecessor, maintaining seamless integration with existing 6000, 7000, and 9000 series components.
The Audiolab 6000A MKII uses an improved transformer and implementation with increased voltage delivered from the transformer secondary windings, and reduced impedance for better control of the power supply voltage. The effect of this is a typically Audiolab sound signature - remarkable sonic consistency that is thoroughly engaging with crisp definition, incredible dynamics, and rhythmic timing.
A substantial 200VA toroidal transformer is followed by 4 x 15000uF reservoir capacitors for the power-amp power supply (30000uF per rail). This helps the amp to maintain firm control of the music, whilst enabling excellent dynamic range.
Audiolab have elevated the DAC performance with the new ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M chipset, an upgrade from the original 6000A’s ES9018. This flagship DAC supports 32-bit/768kHz PCM and incorporates HyperStream® II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for ultra-low noise and exceptional dynamic range. Building on the DAC design from the 7000A, the MKII also benefits from a new Class A circuit in the post-DAC active filter stage, offering a more refined listening experience.
The state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion enables the four S/PDIF inputs and new HDMI ARC input for convenient AV system integration as well as the step up to a Bluetooth 5.1 aptX HD receiver. This delivers optimum range, speed and performance when streaming over Bluetooth connection.
The 6000A MKII stays true to Audiolab's audiophile heritage with a Class AB power amplifier, delivering 50W per channel, with a peak current delivery of 11 amps into difficult loads. It's CFB, (Complementary Feedback) topology ensures superior linearity and thermal stability, keeping the idle current independent of output transistor temperatures.
The preamp section of the 6000A MKII continues Audiolab’s philosophy of minimalism for maximum signal purity. The precision analogue volume control and independent low-noise power supplies ensure a performance that competes with significantly more expensive analogue amplifiers.
Other inputs extend to analogue RCA and a phono stage with a dedicated high-quality, low-noise circuit with precise RIAA equalisation. The dedicated headphone amp also with current-feedback circuitry. Its gain bandwidth and high slew rate ensure a dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all manner of headphones.
‘Integrated’ – is a combination of the pre and power amp stages. ‘Pre’ - turns the unit into a dedicated preamplifier. ‘Pre Power’ mode is a unique mode that separates the pre and power stages:
‘Pre-Power Mode’ disconnects the pre and power amp stages so the 6000A MKII can be used solely as a power amp—for example, connected to an AV processor in a home cinema system. It also enables additional signal processing by connecting the 6000A’s ‘preamp out’ socket to an external processor and returning the processor’s output to the amp’s ‘power amp in’ socket.
General Description
Integrated Amplifier
Design Philosophy and Core Technology
2x50W (8 ohms) / 2x75 (4 ohms)
Class AB Design
ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX / aptX HD)
Dedicated High Performance Low Noise MM Phono stage
Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amp
Integrated / Pre-Power / Pre Modes only Modes
Inputs
3 x Analogue, 1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Power Amplifier,
2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x HDMI ARC,
1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptX HD), 1 x 12V Trigger
Outputs
1 x PRE Amplifier, 1 x Stereo Speaker, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger
Sampling Frequency
Optical / Coaxial: 44.1kHz-192kHz
Gain
+8dB (Line); +54dB (Phono MM)
Input Sensitivity
720mV (Line, Volume = 0dB); 3.1mV (Phone MM, Volume = 0dB)
Input Impedance
10K (Line); 47k/100pF (Phono MM)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.0004% (1kHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB)
Frequency Response
20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Voltage
2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB)
Output Impedance
120 ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>110dB (Line, A-weighted); > 79dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)
D to A Converter
ES9038Q2M
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)
Output Level (OdBFS, 1kHz)
2.05Vrms
Max.Sampling Frequency
Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>110dB (A-weighted)
Gain
29dB
Rated Power Output
2 x 50W (8 ohms, THD<1%); 2 x 75W (4 ohms, THD<1%)
Frequency Response
20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.003% (1kHz @ 50W / 8 ohms)
720mV
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
>109dB (A-weighted)
Max. Output Current
11A
Finishes
Black
Silver
Dimensions (W x H x D)
444 x 65 x 299 mm - including feet, terminals and controls
*This information has been obtained from Manufacturers website. We advise that Price, Features & Specifications are subject change without notice.
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