ESOTERIC F-01 Class A Integrated Amplifier
F-01
The "finest" class A integrated amplifier
incorporating Grandioso “X” Edition amp technologies.
The “Finest” Integrated Amplifier You Could Ever Want – The new F Series integrated amplifiers are the culmination of a range of technologies designed to fulfill your ideals.
Incorporating all of the preamp and power amp developments from the flagship Grandioso “X” Edition, the new F Series integrated amplifiers deliver outstanding musicality that captures the rich textures of music in a single integrated amplifier. Despite the fact that the F Series is an integrated amplifier, it delivers a thorough quality and performance that will be the envy of all separate amp users. The F Series is the integrated amplifier that owners of Esoteric’s K and N Series digital players have been waiting for, and it pushes the boundaries of integrated amplifier technology.
Key Features
[Preamplifier Section]
- A fully balanced dual mono preamp in the direct line of the Grandioso C1X
- "Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System", a stepped attenuator circuit developed by Esoteric
- Volume can be adjusted in 0.1dB/1,120* steps with our proprietary attenuator module "UFA-1792" *Preamp gain setting: at +12dB
- 3 inputs of “ES-Link Analog”, a unique and proprietary current transmission system
- Two headphone outputs (balanced 4-pin XLR / unbalanced 6.3mm) with built-in fully balanced dual mono headphone amplifier
- Dual mono phonostage preamp (RCA x 1, MM/MC)
- 3-band balanced tone control, independently adjustable for each input source
- ES-Link Analog(x1) /XLR (x1) pre-out for connecting the S-05 as an external power amplifier
- Dedicated DC power connector for connecting the PS-01F external power supply dedicated to the built-in preamp
- Preamp gain can be adjusted in 4 steps (0/+6/+12/+18dB) to match the connected power amplifier
[Amplifier Section]
- Simple and straightforward circuit design concept based on Grandioso S1X
- Class A 30 WPC/8Ω
- Excellent power linearity and driving power (60 WPC/4Ω)
- All stages of the power rectification and smoothing circuit are configured with dual monaural design
- Powerful bipolar transistor 3-parallel push-pull configuration
- Huge 940VA EI core power transformer
- Channel-independent Grandioso grade custom block capacitors (10,000μF x 4/ch)
- Custom wave-shaped heat sinks to reduce peak resonance
[Other Features]
- Independently adjustable input gains (±18dB; 0.1dB steps)
- L/R channel balance (0.1dB steps)
- AV through output (volume bypass) ensures seamless coexistence with AV systems
- Aluminum body remote controller (RC-1339) can also be used to operate Esoteric's SACD players and network players
- Displayed source device names can be programed
- Mute, dimmer and automatic display-off functions
- Control functions (RS-232C, trigger input / output)
Manufacturer's Description
Class A Reference Model.
Speaker output Rated output 30W + 30W (8Ω)
60W + 60W (4Ω)Minimum compatible impedance 4Ω Damping factor 370 Speaker terminals Screw type × 2 sets (L/R) Analog audio inputs XLR (LINE) 2 pairs Input impedance 10kΩ RCA (LINE) 4 pairs Input impedance 10kΩ RCA (PHONO) 1 pair Input impedance MC 100Ω MM 47Ω XLR (Pre-in) 1 pair Input impedance 47Ω RCA (Pre-in) 1 pair Input impedance 47Ω Analog audio outputs XLR (Pre-out) 1 pair Output impedance 100Ω Pre-out S/N ratio XLR, RCA IN 109dB (1V output) PHONO MC IN 75dB (1V output) PHONO MM IN 93dB (1V output) RCA (Pre-out) 1 pair Output impedance 100Ω Pre-out S/N ratio XLR, RCA IN 109dB (1V output) PHONO MC IN 75dB (1V output) PHONO MM IN 93dB (1V output) General Power supply AC 230V, 50Hz AC 120V, 60Hz AC 220V, 60Hz Power consumption AC 230V, 50Hz version 290W (no signal: 290W) AC 120V, 60Hz version 290W (no signal: 215W) External dimensions (W×H×D) 445 × 191 × 468mm
17-⅝" × 7-⅝" × 18-½" (including protrusions)Weight 32kg / 70-⅝ lb Included accessories Power cord × 1
Remote cotrol (RC-1301) × 1
AAA batteries × 2
Felt pads × 4
Owner's manual × 1
Warranty card × 1Audio performance
Frequency 10Hz to 100kHz (0dB/–3dB, 1W output) S/N ratio 104dB (IHF-A) Total harmonic distortion 0.006% (30W) Gain Preamplifier 24.5dB (when VOLUME at maximum) Power amplifier 29dB Tone controls Bass ±12dB (63Hz) Middle ±12dB (630Hz) Treble ±12dB (14kHz) SHIPPING INFO
UK Shipping:
APC Overnight (up to 30kg). The premium Next Day service is upgraded on request to 12 noon delivery / SECURITY / Saturday and various options. We have found APC to be a reliable, courteous and predictable service.
Europe, EC, and abroad:
For every despatch we use a professional broker to organize the fastest and highest quality shippers, and we normally use DHL or UPS depending on territory. Our broker monitors the documentation and Customs Clearance carried out by these two reliable carriers.
Above 30kg:
For UK and overseas we use pallet shipping which is a professional service and avoids risks of mishandling and loss. It is not expensive under our contractors and worth a quote.
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