The first of the solutions that QUAD proposes in its Artera range for those who do not want to complicate their lives with multiple separate components when configuring a high-performance audio system, it combines in a single and elegant chassis a preamplifier, a power stage, a player of compact discs, a “Hi-Res” compatible DAC section and aptX Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
Of the DAC functionality, it should be noted that it is based on one of the sophisticated ES9018 Saber32 Reference D/A conversion “chips” from ESS Technology equipped with the 32-bit HyperStream architecture and the Time Domain JitterEliminator scheme exclusive to the American firm, in order to minimize background noise and maximize dynamic range. Thanks to this, the playback of high-resolution music files achieves extreme tonal precision that will satisfy the most demanding.
Likewise, the Artera Solus incorporates a high-precision slot-loading CD transport mechanism, a highly sophisticated power supply and a construction that shines with the presence of audiophile-grade components. A high-precision preamplifier and a high-performance power amplification section ensure the Artera Solus is compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers.
Characteristics:
- Stereo integrated amplifier with built-in CD player and DAC.
- Exceptional quality/price ratio.
- High-performance preamplification and power amplification sections.
- Executed with audiophile grade components.
- DAC section based on a D/A conversion “chip” with 32-bit technology.
- State-of-the-art slot-loading transport block.
- Coaxial (2), optical (2) and USB (1) digital inputs.
- Balanced analog outputs (XLR).
- aptX Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
- “Hi-Res” compatibility PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256.
- Output power of 2x75 W continuous over 8 ohms.
- Frequency response of 20-20,000 Hz, +/-0.2 dB.
- Signal-to-noise ratio greater than 110 dB.
- Dynamic range greater than 98 dB.
- Dimensions: 320 x 105 x 320 mm (W x H x D).
- Weight: 11.84 kg.
