Product description
Class A Reference Model
Setting out to create one of the most desirable integrated amplifiers available, Esoteric brought together a fully balanced preamplifier and a Class-A power amplifier-both directly derived from its well-respected Grandioso line-to created a new reference for integrated amplifiers that gives full expression to the smooth, full-bodied tones and delicately shaded textures of your favorite music. Featuring distinctive dual monaural construction that extends through all stages, from preamplifier inputs through to the final stage of its power amplifier output, the F-03A Integrated Amplifier brings out the full audio potential of Esoteric’s highly regarded K and N Series of digital players.
F-Series Philosophy: Basic and Complete
Representing a new generation of integrated amplifiers, Esoteric’s new F Series has been thoroughly invested with proven results gained in the development of our flagship Grandioso line of separate amplifiers. With the goal of capturing all the inherent warmth and texture of music, not only were the outstanding expressive powers of the Grandioso line pursued, the utmost limits of audio performance were also concentrated into an integrated configuration that offers excellent usability combined with an attractiveness that more than compensates for the limitations of their size. Basic and Complete. With sights set on creating a unique presence in the category, the Esoteric F Series is born.
A Fully Balanced Preamplifier
One result of the lavish attention given to the development of the F Series is the preamplifier’s fully balanced configuration, which derives from our highly esteemed C Series preamplifier models. Impervious to noise, it delivers pure and powerful signal amplification at ultra-low impedance.
Dual Monaural by Design
The one design feature of these amplifiers that most clearly reflects Grandioso thinking is their dual monaural configuration, which maintains complete left and right channel independence through all stages, from preamplifier to the power amplifier’s final stage. As Esoteric integrated amplifiers, the major investments made in circuit construction expertise and materials developed over the years yield excellent channel separation and a measure of sound quality that transcends the class.
Esoteric F-03 A Integrated Amplifier User's Manual
Specifications
Speaker Output |
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Rated Output: | 30 W + 30 W ( 8 Ω ) |
Minimum Compatible Impedance: | 4 Ω |
Damping Factor: | 370 |
Speaker Terminals: | Screw type × 2 sets ( L / R ) |
Analog Audio Inputs |
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XLR ( Line ): | 2 pairs |
Input Impedance: | 10k Ω |
RCA ( Line ): | 4 pairs |
Input Impedance: | 10k Ω |
RCA ( Phono ): | 1 pair |
Input Impedance |
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MC: | 100 Ω |
MM: | 47 Ω |
XLR ( Pre-in ): | 1 pair |
Input impedance: | 47 Ω |
RCA ( Pre-in ): | 1 pair |
Input Impedance: | 47 Ω |
Analog Audio Outputs |
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XLR ( Pre-out ): | 1 pair |
Output Impedance: | 100 Ω |
Pre-out S / N Ratio |
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XLR, RCA In: | 109 dB ( 1 Volt output ) |
PHONO MC In: | 75 dB ( 1 Volt output ) |
PHONO MM In: | 93 dB ( 1 Volt output) |
RCA ( Pre-out ): | 1 pair |
Output Impedance: | 100 Ω |
Pre-out S / N Ratio |
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XLR, RCA In: | 109 dB ( 1 Volt output ) |
PHONO MC In: | 75 dB ( 1 Volt output ) |
PHONO MM In: | 93 dB ( 1 Volt output ) |
General |
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Power Supply |
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| AC 230 Volt, 50 Hz |
| AC 120 Volt, 60 Hz |
| AC 220 Volt, 60 Hz |
Power Consumption |
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AC 230 Volt, 50 Hz Version: | 290 Watt ( no signal: 290 Watt ) |
AC 120 Volt, 60 Hz Version: | 290 Watt ( no signal: 215 Watt ) |
External Dimensions: | ( W ) 17 ⅝" × ( H ) 7 ⅝" × ( D ) 18 ½" ( including protrusions ) |
Weight: | 70 ⅝ lbs |
Included Accessories: | Power cord × 1 |
Audio Performance
Frequency: | 10 Hz to 100k Hz ( 0 dB / –3 dB, 1 Watt output ) |
S / N Ratio: | 104 dB ( IHF-A ) |
Total Harmonic Distortion: | 0.006% ( 30 Watt ) |
Gain |
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Preamplifier: | 24.5 dB ( when VOLUME at maximum ) |
Power Amplifier: | 29 dB |
Tone Controls |
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Bass: | ± 12 dB ( 63 Hz ) |
Middle: | ± 12 dB ( 630 Hz ) |
Treble: | ± 12 dB ( 14k Hz ) |
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