Gold Note IS-1000 All In One Amplifier Masterful The Gold Note IS-1000 All In One Amplifier is a masterful "Super Integrated" amplifier that combines a high-end DAC, a versatile streamer, and a potent Class AB power stage into one sleek Italian chassis. Evolution Gold Note has redefined the all-in-one category with this impressive MKII edition. Because the engineers in Florence have poured twenty years of research into this design, the result is a component that truly breathes life into your music collection. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for a rack full of separate boxes without sacrificing any sonic fidelity. Power The heart of this unit is a high-current Class AB Mosfet amplifier delivering 125W per channel. Consequently, it drives even demanding floorstanding speakers with absolute grip and authority. Although it provides plenty of muscle, it remains incredibly refined and capable of capturing the finest micro-details in every recording. Streaming Digital convenience sits at the very core of this machine's identity. Since it is fully Roon Ready and supports Tidal Connect, you can enjoy seamless high-resolution playback from your favourite platforms. Additionally, the proprietary GN Control app makes navigating your digital library or choosing between Qobuz and Spotify an effortless task. Vinyl Analogue enthusiasts will certainly appreciate the high-quality on-board phono stage. This internal circuit is derived directly from the award-winning PH-10 preamplifier to ensure your turntable sounds spectacular. Therefore, whether you are spinning heavy-weight vinyl or streaming MQA files, the audio remains consistently natural and engaging. Control Flexibility is enhanced by the clever "Booster" function which allows you to fine-tune the low-frequency performance. Specifically, this feature helps smaller speakers deliver a fuller sound or provides a richer experience during late-night listening sessions. Overall, this is a complete high-fidelity system that only requires a pair of speakers to begin the performance. Feature Specification Amplifier Type Class AB Mosfet Power Output 125W @ 8Ω (250W @ 4Ω) Phono Stage Integrated MM & MC (PH-10 architecture) DAC Chipset BurrBrown PCM1792A (Deluxe) / PCM1796 (Line) Streaming Services Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, MQA, Qobuz, Spotify, Airplay, vTuner Digital Inputs 1x Coax, 3x Optical, 1x USB-A (PCM 24/192, DSD64) Analogue Inputs 1x XLR Balanced, 2x RCA (Line/Phono/AV-In) Analogue Outputs 1x RCA Fixed, 1x RCA Variable Connectivity LAN, Wi-Fi Dimensions 430mm (W) x 135mm (H) x 375mm (D) Weight 18kg
