Audio 7000A Integrated Stereo Amplifier with matching 7000CDT CD Transport
Audiolab’s engineers have definitely hit a real sweet spot with the new 7000A. By taking everything that makes the award winning 6000A one of the most popular integrated amps of the last few years and then adding a healthy dose of upgraded tech from their flagship 9000A they have created the outstanding new 7000A.
The 7000A nestles between its two siblings in terms of both price and performance. It builds upon the same design fundamentals as the 6000A, but while the ethos remains the same, every aspect of the 7000A’s circuitry, both digital and analogue, has been enhanced to deliver updated facilities and upgraded performance.
Impressive power
The 7000A’s discrete Class AB power amp stage delivers an impressive 70W per channel into eight ohms, and is 4-ohm stable, so it can drive a wide range of speakers. There's a high-current toroidal power transformer inside that helps the amp to maintain firm control of the music whilst enabling excellent dynamic range.
Ultra versatile connectivity
The 7000A incorporates state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion, enabling digital sources to connect directly without an external DAC. Like the 6000A, there are four S/PDIF inputs – two coaxial and two optical – but the 7000A adds a USB Type B input for PCs, Macs, smartphones, tablets and digital storage devices. It also includes an HDMI ARC input for convenient AV system integration – the 7000A is the only Audiolab amplifier to include this facility. Bluetooth reception is included too, with support for multiple codecs including aptX HD, and Bluetooth 5 compliance for optimum range and speed. For analogue sources there are three line-level RCA inputs, plus one for a turntable. Audiolab has tweaked the 7000A’s MM phono stage to improve performance compared to the 6000A, with precise RIAA equalisation and input filtering to ensure vinyl is treated with as much care as digital sources.
Flagship DAC
The 7000A DAC is built around the ESS ES9038Q2M flagship 32-bit DAC chip, using the critically acclaimed patented HyperStream® II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for the highest level of DAC performance.
MQA Hi-resolution sound
What’s more, the 7000A also delivers full decoding of MQA, the hi-res streaming technology from a custom-engineered MQA-certified DAC solution. This means that the complete ‘three unfold’ decoding process is performed internally, as opposed to just the final unfold in the manner of an MQA ‘renderer’, which makes the 7000A an excellent system choice for subscribers to Tidal’s ‘HiFi Plus’ tier where Tidal Masters (MQA) content can be found.
MM phono stage built-in
7000A makes a great choice for vinyl lovers, featuring a dedicated low noise MM Phono circuit with precise RIAA equalisation that sets the benchmark in ‘built-in’ phono preamplifier solutions.
Dedicated headphone amp
Enhancing the versatility of the 7000A, a high-quality dedicated headphone amp with current-feedback circuitry ensures a dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all manner of headphone types.
Premium IPS display
To aid ease of use (and to look cool!) 7000A offers a full-colour 2.8” IPS display and GUI. This shows a variety of information in a more visually appealing way than other integrated amps – volume level, input selection, format data and more. It gives access to the 7000A’s impressive menu system, which includes options such as digital filter selection, input sensitivity adjustment, balance control and automatic standby switching. It can even be set to display a VU meter in ‘analogue’ or ‘digital’ form, showing real-time signal levels for the left and right channels, a satisfying graphical representation of the music as it plays.
As with all Audiolab hi-fi components, the 7000A yet again delivers with remarkable sonic consistency, a plethora of source and connectivity options and crisp styling.
Audiolab 7000CDT CD Transport
Sporting a range of upgrades over the critically acclaimed 6000CDT, Audiolab’s new 7000 Series CD transport is the perfect CD-playing companion to Audiolab’s 7000A integrated amplifier
Under the hood, enhancements have been made to the power supply and output circuitry, including a higher quality toroidal transformer. Great care has been taken over the 7000CDT’s construction and circuit layout, to combat the sonically deleterious effect of vibrations generated externally and by the mechanism’s high-spin-velocity motor, and to protect the most sensitive elements from electrical noise.
The 7000CDT uses a high-precision optical system with an electronic data buffer for accurate and seamless CD playback. Very similar technology to the 9000CDT, the 7000CDT uses a read-ahead digital buffer to reduce disc-reading failures, helping it play scratched and damaged CDs that may be unreadable by other more conventional mechanisms.
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Audiolab 7000A Specifications
General Description |
Integrated Amplifier |
Design Philosophy and Core Technology |
- 2 x 70W (8 ohms) / 2 x 110W (4 ohms) Class AB |
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- ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC |
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- 2.8" (480x640mm) Full View IPS LCD |
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- Built in Certified Hardware MQA Full Decoder (PC USB, Coax / Optical) |
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- Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX / aptX LL) Support |
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- Low Noise Moving Magnet Phono Stage |
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- Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone amp |
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- Integrated / PRE-POWER / PRE only Modes |
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- VU Digital / VU Analogue Meter |
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- USB Upgrade Support |
Inputs |
3 x Analogue, 1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Power Amplifier, |
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2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x HDMI ARC, |
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1 x PC USB (USB B), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX LL), 1 x 12V Trigger |
Outputs |
1 x PRE Amplifier, 1 x Stereo Speaker, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger |
Sampling Frequency |
Optical / Coaxial: 44.1kHz - 192kHz; |
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PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512 |
Preamplifier Section |
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Gain |
+6dB (Line); +55dB (Phono MM) |
Input Sensitivity |
820mV (Line, Volume = 0dB); 3.1mV (Phone MM, Volume = 0dB) |
Input Impedance |
10K (Line); 47K // 100pF (Phono MM) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
< 0.0005% (1kHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB) |
Frequency Response |
20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB) |
Output Voltage |
2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB) |
Output Impedance |
100 ohms |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
> 110dB (Line, A-weighted); > 76dB (Phono MM, A-weighted |
DAC |
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D to A Converter |
ES9038Q2M |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
< 0.0005% (1KHz @ 0dBFS) |
Output Level (0dBFS, 1kHz) |
2.1Vrms |
Max. Sampling Frequency |
Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz; |
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Ethernet, WiFi: 192kHz; |
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USB A: 48kHz; |
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PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512 |
Power Amplifier Section |
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Gain |
+29dB |
Rated Power Output |
2 x 70W (8 ohms, THD<1%); 2 x 110W (4 ohms, THD<1%) |
Frequency Response |
20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
<0.003% (1kHz @ 40W / 8 ohms) |
Input Sensitivity |
720mV |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) |
> 110dB (A-weighted) |
Max. Output Current |
9A |
Headphone Amplifier |
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
< 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW) |
Output Impedance |
4.7 ohms |
Load Impedance |
20-600 ohms |
General |
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Standby Power Consumption |
<0.5W |
Net Weight |
8.4kg |
Gross Weight |
10.7kg |
Dimensions (mm) (W x D x H) |
444 x 340 x 78 |
Carton Size (mm) (W x D x H) |
500 x 455 x 140 |
Finish |
Black / Silver |
Power Requirements |
220-240V ~ 50/ 60Hz; |
(depending on region) |
100-120V ~ 50/ 60Hz |
Standard Accessories |
Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, Antennas, etc. |
Audiolab 7000CDT CD Transport Specifications
General Description |
CD Transport |
Design Philosophy and Core Technology |
Compatible with CD/CD-R/CD-RW |
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Support playing USB storage devices (MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV) |
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Display indication |
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Adjustable screen brightness |
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Activate the device automatically via 12V trigger |
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Auto standby function can be turned on or off |
USB Storage Device Audio Format |
Support MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV format playback |
USB Storage Device File System |
Support FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 format |
Digital Output Amplitude |
500 +/-50mVpp |
Output Impedance |
75Ω |
Frequency Response |
-0.01dB (20Hz-20kHz, ref.1kHz) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
< 0.002% |
Sampling Rate |
44.1kHz |
Digital Output Interface |
1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical |
Standby Power Consumption |
< 0.5W |
Power Requirements (according to region) |
220-240V - 50/60Hz |
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100-120V - 50/60Hz |
Product Size (mm) (W x D x H) |
444 x 322 x 78 |
Carton Size (mm) (W x D x H) |
514 x 470 x 158 |
Net Weight |
5.5kg |
Gross Weight |
7.4kg |
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