The A10 Classic is the kind of integrated amplifier that pulls you back toward the chair — not because of what it is, but because of what it does. Two ECC81/12AT7 triodes warm the signal before it ever reaches the Class AB output stage, adding texture and body without blunting the 130-watt authority waiting behind them. Hit the rear Hi Bias switch and the first watts run in Class A — images tighten, decay lengthens, the room feels quieter. Connectivity covers nearly every scenario: six analog RCA inputs, a balanced XLR, an MM phono stage with three capacitance settings, an ESS9018 DAC accepting USB up to DSD256, plus HDMI ARC to fold a television cleanly into the system. Illuminated VU meters tick in real time. The A10 Classic is a lot of amplifier — and a lot of amplifier is exactly the point.
Condition
NEW
Factory Specs
Output Power (8Ω) 2 × 130W RMS
Output Power (4Ω) 2 × 190W RMS
Output Power (2.66Ω) 2 × 250W RMS
Bandwidth 10Hz–35kHz (−3dB)
THD <0.1% (rated); <0.006% at 1kHz/1W, <0.02% at 32W (measured)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio >90dB
Channel Separation >70dB
Tone Control Range ±10dB
Input Impedance 47kΩ
Phono Input Impedance 47kΩ
Amplifier Input Sensitivity <300mV
Phono MM Input Sensitivity 2.5mV
Output Impedance 10kΩ
Preamplifier Tubes 2 × ECC81/12AT7 (twin triode)
DAC Chip ESS Sabre ES9018
DAC Interface AK4118
USB-B Resolution PCM up to 384kHz/32-bit; DSD64/DSD128/DSD256 (DoP)
Optical Resolution up to 24-bit/96kHz
Coaxial Resolution up to 24-bit/192kHz
Analog RCA 6 × (CD ×1, Tuner ×1, Aux ×4; one Aux = MM Phono with 100/200/320pF selectable loading)
Balanced 1 × XLR
Digital Optical 3 × TosLink
Digital Coaxial 1 × RCA S/PDIF
USB-B Audio 1 ×
USB-A 1 × (MP3 flash drive playback)
HDMI 2 × (1 × source, 1 × ARC)
Bluetooth Optional — X-FTB01 (aptX) or X-FTB02 (aptX HD) add-on module via proprietary port
Speaker Terminals A/B/A+B selectable (single pair: 4–16Ω; both pairs: min. 8Ω each)
Subwoofer Out 2 × RCA mono (400Hz fixed low-pass)
Record Out 1 × RCA (fixed level)
Pre Out / Amp In 1 × pair (bridged from factory, disconnectable for separate use)
Headphone 1 × 6.35mm stereo jack (front panel)
12V Trigger In + Out (3.5mm mini-jack)
5V Output (WTX-500) 1
Mains Voltage 115–230V (switchable)
Maximum Consumption 400W
Transformer 1 × 15cm toroidal; 4 × 6800µF filter capacitors
VU Meters 2 × backlit analog
Tone Controls Bass / Treble (±10dB), bypassable
Hi-Bias Switch Rear panel — enables Class A bias for first ~20W of output stage
Auto Standby 5–90 minutes (defeatable)
Navigation Encoder wheel with short/long press menus
Width 430mm (16.9 in)
Height 175mm (6.9 in)
Depth 385mm (15.2 in)
Net Weight 14.5kg (32.0 lbs)
Shipping Weight 17kg (37.5 lbs)
Warranty 2-year limited parts and labor; extendable to 3 years with product registration within 30 days of purchase
Documentation
Advance Paris A10 Classic Owner's Manual
Liner Notes
With our A10 CLASSIC amplifier, our goal was to offer a modern integrated amplifier inspired by the famous X-i1100, hailed by audiophiles for its musicality and liveliness. The A10 is fully future-proof and easy to use. Although its classic design remains timeless, it combines an ECC81/12AT7 tube preamplifier with a 2×130W class AB push-pull amplifier. In short, the best of both worlds!
Modernity is also displayed thanks to a microprocessor which manages all the functions called up by the encoder wheel; a long or short press allows easy access to the menus. The A10 offers dual subwoofer outputs. A fixed Record output is intended for a cassette player, MD, or other type of recorder. At the rear, the High Bias switch activates Class A bias on the first few watts of the power stage. Connections are provided for two pairs of speakers (A, B, or A+B). Settings for bass, treble, loudness, or bypass (direct) are available. The unit can be activated on from another device and also can turn on up to two other devices using 12V triggers.
The A10 offers an amazing value with its impressive array of features coupled with excellence in musical performance. An all out superstar!
Stock No.
15463833239773
