The A10 APEX is the kind of integrated amplifier that reminds you why the hybrid topology exists — not as a compromise, but as a deliberate marriage of two disciplines. A pair of ECC81 tubes shapes the signal before it ever reaches the solid-state output stage, adding dimensionality and warmth to the midrange that straight transistor amps rarely match here. Push the High-Bias switch and the Class A/B stage runs hotter, digging deeper into Class A territory; the floor of the soundstage drops, and small recording details — room decay, fingers shifting on strings — simply surface. At 130 watts into 8Ω it has real authority without sounding muscular about it. HDMI eARC, USB audio with DSD support, a built-in MM phono stage, XLR, and dual sub outputs round out a genuinely complete solution for a well-considered listening room.
Condition
NEW
Factory Specs
Output Power (8Ω) 130W (THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 channels driven)
Output Power (8Ω, 20Hz–20kHz) 120W (THD+N <0.07%, 2 channels driven)
Output Power (4Ω) 198W (THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 channels driven)
Output Power (4Ω, 20Hz–20kHz) 183W (THD+N <0.07%, 2 channels driven)
Frequency Response (+/-1dB) 20Hz–80kHz (31W, 8Ω)
Distortion 0.045% (1kHz, 90W, 8Ω)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 106dB (1kHz, 90W, 8Ω)
AC Input Compatibility 115/230V, 50/60Hz
Transformer Type/Power Toroidal / 380VA
DAC ESS9018
Optical (3x) 24-bit/192kHz PCM
Coaxial (1x) 24-bit/192kHz PCM
USB Audio (1x) 24-bit/192kHz PCM, DSD64, DSD128
HDMI eARC (1x) PCM Stereo
A-BTC (1x) Optional Bluetooth receiver input
RCA Line Level (5x)
MM Phono (with ground) (1x)
XLR Line Level (1x)
REC-OUT RCA (x1)
PRE-OUT RCA (x1)
SUB-OUT RCA (x2)
Headphone Output 6.35mm jack
Speaker Terminals (2x) screw posts — bare wire, spade, banana compatible
High Bias Yes (ON/OFF switch)
Trigger Jacks (2x) — 1 Input + 1 Output, 12V
Firmware Update Via USB key on UPDATE port
Remote Control Infrared REM-19 (compatible with A8 APEX, A10 APEX, A12 APEX, ACD APEX)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 16.93" x 6.89" x 13.82" (43 x 17.5 x 35.1 cm)
Packaging Dimensions (W x H x D) 21.50" x 11.93" x 19.45" (54.6 x 30.3 x 49.4 cm)
Net Weight 28.4 lbs (12.9 kg)
Gross Weight 35.9 lbs (16.3 kg)
Model No. A10 APEX 30TH EDITION
EAN 3760179292763
Warranty 2-year limited warranty (parts and labor) for products purchased through authorized U.S. dealers; extendable to 3 years (parts and labor) with product registration within 30 days of purchase
Documentation
Advance Paris A10 APEX Owner's Manual
Liner Notes
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. The A10 APEX features the hybrid design of our flagship integrated amplifiers, with high power output (130W in Class A/B at 8Ω) and the same musicality that is recognized worldwide.
To celebrate the brand's 30th anniversary, we are presenting a special limited edition 30TH EDITION with a black finish and white VU meters. The A10 APEX combines timeless design with modern technology to deliver power, musicality and ease of use.
Key features include a preamplifier with 2 ECC81/12AT7 tubes offering warm sound and great musicality; a 2×130W Class A/B amplifier combining power and listening refinement; a High-Bias function activating double Class A bias for higher Class A performance; optional Bluetooth aptX AD-LL via A-BTC module; and Zone A and B dual speaker outputs. Connections span 7 analogue inputs (5x RCA, 1x MM phono, 1x XLR), 5 digital inputs (3x optical, 1x coaxial, 1x USB audio), HDMI eARC, dual subwoofer outputs, PRE-OUT, AMP-IN, and a fixed REC-OUT.
Stock No.
15464841445597
