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The Accuphase T-1300 blends the latest RF circuit design with sophisticated digital signal processing to create an exceptional FM stereo tuner. After the intermediate frequency stage, the DSP handles the variable bandwidth IF filter, multipath reduction, digital FM demodulation and DS-DC stereo demodulation for unprecedented reception characteristics.The large tuning knob offers manual station selection, complemented by 20 station memories, for effortless FM reception with high sound quality.

The Accuphase DP-1000 is the culmination of Accuphase's 50-year pursuit of the ideal transport. Its high-rigidity, high-precision drive features a silent, elegant disc loading mechanism, an outer rotor brushless DC motor that rotates the disc smoothly and new dampers that protect the pickup from vibration.A low center of gravity, fortified frame, separate transformers for the mechanism and signal processing, and programmable playlists make the DP-1000 the ideal transport for quiet, accurate data reading. It pairs perfectly with the DC-1000 digital processor via HS-LINK.

The Accuphase DP-770 is a precision SA-CD/CD player. Its high-rigidity, high-precision drive traverse with an outer rotor brushless DC motor rotates discs smoothly and delivers accurate data reading.The 8MDSD (DSD) / 8MDS++ (PCM) type D/A converter drives the ESS ES9028 PRO in eight parallel channels to produce highly precise analog signals. Numerous noise suppression technologies such as ANCC create an unparalleled musical experience.

The Accuphase C-57 is a phono amplifier with a fully balanced configuration from input to output. Combining a high-precision equalizer amplifier with a dedicated MC/MM head amplifier optimized for each cartridge's characteristics creates a highly accurate phono stage.As a first, the MC head amplifier uses ANCC to further improve noise performance, and a dedicated balanced MC input allows balanced connection to the turntable. The C-57 extracts the full potential of analog records.

The C-3900S represents the pinnacle of Accuphase's preamplifier evolution. Accuphase addressed the issue of variable resistance with its original AAVA technology, which evolved into Balanced AAVA and later Dual Balanced AAVA. The Dual Balanced AAVA with ANCC in the C-3900S achieves the ultimate in volume control.A high-gain discrete current feedback input amplifier, eight parallel output amplifiers, separate toroidal transformers and unit amplifiers for each channel and a natural-grain wood cabinet make it a premium preamplifier that breathes life into deeply emotional performances.

Volume control is vital for preserving the vibrancy of the source, and Accuphase has spent 50 years pursuing the ideal circuit. The C-2900 uses the Balanced AAVA system, built on the original AAVA volume control, to significantly improve sonic performance.Logic-controlled switching relays, low-loss fluorocarbon circuit boards with gold-plated traces, separate toroidal transformers and filtering capacitors for each channel and a new, quiet volume sensor make it a preamplifier for passionate audiophiles, faithfully reproducing even the most delicate musical detail.

For more than half a century Accuphase has pursued the ideal volume control circuit. The C-2300 preamplifier uses Balanced AAVA, the successor of the AAVA system, to control volume without sacrificing the vibrancy of the source.A newly added 4-band tone control allows fine adjustments to the tonal balance, while independent power supplies and unit amplifiers for the left and right channels, logic-controlled switching relays and a high-quality headphone amplifier complete the picture. With optional boards, the C-2300 also accepts digital sources and turntables.

The Accuphase A-300 are pure Class A monophonic power amplifiers created to mark Accuphase's 50th anniversary, redefining the ideal for Class A power amplifiers. The price is for a pair (two units).Twenty parallel push-pull pairs of power MOS-FETs in the output stage improve performance by 25% over conventional models, with outputs of 125 W into 8 ohms, 250 W into 4 ohms, 500 W into 2 ohms and 1,000 W into 1 ohm for ideal constant-voltage drive. The fully discrete balanced input amplifier achieves a level of quietness that makes you forget you are listening to a reproduction system.

The Accuphase P-7500 is Accuphase's flagship Class AB stereo power amplifier, designed for supreme driving performance. It is aimed at systems with large, demanding loudspeakers where power must be combined with absolute quietness and control.The power stage is built around ten parallel push-pull pairs of power transistors and delivers 300 W per channel into 8 ohms, far beyond conventional models. With a 130 dB S/N ratio and a damping factor of 1,000, it effortlessly drives massive loudspeakers and brings out the best in any speaker.

The Accuphase A-80 is a pure Class A stereo power amplifier developed as the stereo version of the monophonic A-300 created for the company's 50th anniversary. It fuses modern technology with the wealth of knowledge Accuphase has amassed in its pursuit of perfect sonic expression.Ten parallel push-pull pairs of power MOS-FETs deliver 65 W into 8 ohms, 130 W into 4 ohms, 260 W into 2 ohms and 520 W into 1 ohm. New noise reduction technologies, such as the fully discrete input stage, achieve a sense of presence and fine detail that rival live performances.

The Accuphase A-48S is a pure Class A stereo power amplifier that combines Accuphase's state-of-the-art technologies with years of experience designing high-performance power amplifiers. It is for listeners who seek the harmonic richness and natural sound of Class A operation.With six parallel push-pull pairs of power MOS-FETs, it delivers 50 W into 8 ohms, 100 W into 4 ohms, 200 W into 2 ohms and 400 W into 1 ohm, in the same size as conventional models. Noise has been reduced by a further 6%, while a damping factor of 1,000 ensures full control of any loudspeaker, for unparalleled sound quality and expansiveness.

The Accuphase P-4600 is a Class AB stereo power amplifier filled with Accuphase's highest-quality technologies for supreme driving performance. It is aimed at listeners who want ample power and control, with the Japanese company's signature sound and build quality.The power stage uses six parallel push-pull pairs of power transistors and delivers 150 W per channel into 8 ohms, far more than earlier models. Combined with a 125 dB S/N ratio and a damping factor of 800, it drives large loudspeakers with ease and brings out the full breadth and energy of recordings.

The Accuphase AD-50 is a high-performance phono equalizer board for playing analog records. It installs in the option slot of compatible Accuphase integrated amplifiers and preamplifiers, adding a turntable input for MM and MC cartridges.MC/MM switching is done from the front panel of the host unit, while internal DIP switches set the MC input impedance and turn the subsonic filter on or off.Compatible models according to Accuphase: E-650, E-600, E-470, E-370, E-270, C-2120, E-560, E-460, E-360, E-260, E-250, C-2110, E-550, E-450, E-350 and earlier models. Contact us to confirm compatibility with your unit.

The Accuphase DAC-60 is a digital input board that, when installed in a compatible Accuphase preamplifier or integrated amplifier, lets you connect digital sources directly to the unit. It offers three inputs, USB, optical and coaxial, for a wide range of devices.The D/A converter uses the "2MDS+" (Multiple Delta Sigma) principle with ESS ES9016K2M chips in parallel, for conversion that stays extremely true to the original sound. Input selection and recognition of sampling frequency, bit depth and de-emphasis are automatic.Compatible models: E-3000, E-4000, E-5000, E-700, E-800S, C-2300, E-280, E-380, E-480, E-800, E-650, E-600, E-470, E-370, E-270, C-2120 and others. On the C-2120, E-600, E-470, E-370 and E-270, sampling frequencies above 192 kHz are always displayed as "192.0 kHz", with no effect on playback.

The Accuphase E-4000 is a Class AB integrated amplifier that draws on the technologies of Accuphase's separate preamplifiers and power amplifiers. It is aimed at listeners who want the power and control to drive demanding loudspeakers from a single component.The preamplifier section features AAVA volume control using the ANCC principle, keeping the sound vibrant at every volume level. The power amplifier uses balanced transmission based on the instrumentation amplifier principle for minimal noise. Its output stage relies on a four-fold parallel push-pull configuration of power transistors driven in Class AB, delivering 180 W per channel into 8 ohms and 260 W into 4 ohms, with a damping factor of 800.The power supply features a massive high-efficiency toroidal transformer and large filtering capacitors, and protection uses MOS-FET switches. It offers balanced and unbalanced inputs, Pre Out / Main In, two pairs of speaker outputs, a headphone output and two slots for optional boards (DAC-60, AD-50, LINE-10).

The E-800S is our flagship model that incorporates the full breadth of Accuphase's accumulated knowledge on integrated amplifiers. The preamplifier section incorporates a Balanced AAVA type volume control, while the power amp stage relies on an instrumentation amplifier principle and six-fold parallel push-pull configuration using power MOS-FETs driven in Class A, driving any loudspeakers to higher dimensions of sound. Enjoy the blissful acoustic space provided during playback with the E-800S.

The Accuphase E-3000 is the new entry point to Accuphase's range of Class AB integrated amplifiers and the successor to the E-280. It brings technologies from the Japanese company's flagship models into a compact chassis, for the discerning listener who wants Accuphase build quality and sound in a single component. AAVA volume control with ANCC Volume is controlled by Accuphase's proprietary AAVA (Accuphase Analog Vari-gain Amplifier) circuit, which keeps variable resistors out of the signal path altogether. In the E-3000, AAVA employs the ANCC (Accuphase Noise and distortion Canceling Circuit) principle, further lowering noise and distortion, especially at low listening levels. Powerful, fully balanced output stage The power amplifier is configured as an instrumentation amplifier and uses three parallel push-pull pairs of power transistors driven in Class AB. It delivers 100 W per channel into 8 ohms and 150 W into 4 ohms, with a guaranteed damping factor of 600, aided by balanced remote sensing. A current feedback topology ensures excellent phase characteristics in the high range, and the power supply relies on a massive transformer and large high-voltage filtering capacitors. Speaker protection uses MOS-FET switches instead of mechanical relays. Flexibility and expandability It offers five RCA line inputs and one balanced XLR input, recorder connections, Pre Out / Main In, two pairs of speaker outputs (A/B) and a headphone output. Tone controls using summing active filters, loudness and attenuator can all be bypassed. Two rear slots accept optional boards such as the DAC-60 (USB, optical and coaxial digital inputs) and the AD-60 (MM/MC phono input). High-carbon cast iron insulators provide superior vibration damping.