The Audiolab 9000A is a full-featured integrated amplifier that combines a powerful Class-AB power stage with a high-grade digital section and a built-in phono stage. It drives demanding speakers with clean, stable power while decoding high-resolution digital files and streaming from mobile devices. With a large colour display for source and file info, flexible inputs (analogue, balanced, USB, optical/coax and Bluetooth), and a dedicated headphone output, the 9000A is a single-box solution for stereo systems that need power, clarity and everyday convenience.
Key Features
- Discrete Class-AB power amp: 2 × 100W into 8Ω (2 × 160W into 4Ω) with CFB topology, large toroidal transformer and 60,000µF reservoir for steady dynamics.
- Flagship ESS ES9038PRO 32-bit DAC — handles high-res PCM and DSD playback and offers selectable digital filters.
- Built-in certified MQA full decoder and PC USB support for hi-res PCM and DSD playback (up to PCM 768kHz / DSD512).
- Dedicated, low-noise JFET-based MM phono stage with precise RIAA equalisation for vinyl playback.
- Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX / aptX HD / LDAC) plus multiple digital and analogue inputs including XLR, optical/coax and USB-B for easy connection of phones, streamers and computers.
- Current-feedback headphone amplifier (supports 20–600Ω), a 4.3" IPS colour display with VU options, and selectable operating modes: Integrated / Pre-Power / Pre Only.
Why Buy
If you want one component that can handle turntables, high-resolution digital sources, computers and headphones while delivering genuine speaker-driving power, the 9000A is built for that role. It pairs a robust analogue power stage with a top-tier DAC and a thoughtfully designed phono and headphone section, so your system sounds controlled, detailed and easy to live with day to day.
- Real-world power and control for a wide range of speakers (100W/8Ω, 160W/4Ω).
- Comprehensive digital playback: flagship ESS DAC, MQA support and high-res PCM/DSD via USB.
- All-in-one flexibility: phono input for vinyl, balanced inputs, Bluetooth streaming and a headphone amp.
Product Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Audiolab |
| Model | 9000A |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Type | Integrated amplifier / DAC / Preamp |
| Channels | 2 (Stereo) |
| Audio | |
| Amplifiers | Discrete Class-AB power stage, Current Feedback topology, 320VA toroidal transformer + 60,000 µF reservoir |
| Power Output | 100W × 2 into 8 Ω / 160W × 2 into 4 Ω |
| DAC | ESS ES9038PRO (32-bit), selectable digital filters |
| Digital Formats Supported | PCM up to 768kHz, DSD up to DSD512, MQA full decoder |
| Phono Stage | Built-in JFET MM phono stage with RIAA equalisation |
| Headphone Output | Current feedback headphone amp (supports 20 – 600 Ω) |
| Connectivity | |
| XLR / Balanced Inputs | Yes (balanced line inputs) |
| RCA / Unbalanced Inputs | Yes (analogue RCA line inputs) |
| USB Input | USB-B (asynchronous, for high-res audio) |
| Optical / Coaxial Inputs | Yes (1 × optical, 1 × coaxial digital input) |
| Bluetooth | Yes (Bluetooth 5.1, aptX / aptX HD / LDAC) |
| Display | 4.3" IPS colour display (showing format, VU, input, etc.) |
| Operating Modes | Integrated, Pre-Power, Pre Only |
| Design | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 444 × 89 × 342 mm |
| Weight | 11.2 kg |
| Colour Options | Anthracite / Silver |
| Chassis / Finish | Aluminium faceplate and panels, steel chassis |
| Power & Other | |
| Power Source | AC Mains (100-240V) with internal power supply |
| Power Consumption (Idle / Max) | Standby < 0.5W / Operating up to ~300W (typical under load) |
| What’s in the Box | 9000A unit, remote control, power cable, user manual, calibration disc |
| Warranty | 5 years (region dependent) |