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Denon PMA-A110

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Specifications and features

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Awards

Diapason d'Or

The number 1 in classical music and hi-fi. It is a benchmark in the field of classical music and hi-fi, as well as the distinction it awards to the best devices each year

Overview

With 110 years of audio heritage to satisfy the most demanding audiophiles, Denon’s PMA-A110 is the ultimate choice for listeners who want to set up the stereo Hi-Fi system of their dreams. Powered by an oversized power amplifier with a high-current circuit (UHC) and Denon’s patented single push-pull output, it delivers 160 W of power per channel. Easily connect analog and digital sources or your turntable to the built-in phono preamplifier input. Listen to your favorite digital audio content via the Quad 384-kHz/32-bit DAC section with the highest resolution audio quality. The PMA-A110 integrated amplifier is the perfect partner for the DCD-A110 for an extremely musical set.

Robust Power Supply Circuits

The PMA-A110 is equipped with two transformers mounted in opposite directions, a leakage cancelling mounting that eliminates mutual magnetic flux influences, a source of noise that escapes from transformers. Denon’s new custom large-capacity electrolytic capacitors were used for rectification and low-loss, low-noise, high-speed Schottky diodes were used in the rectifier circuits. This ensures an ample supply of clean current. To achieve a “simple and direct” circuit configuration, the connection unit between the diode unit and the capacitor block has been removed to considerably shorten the power supply line to the power amplifier. Extremely thick oxygen-free copper wires were used for the power line to reduce impedance.

Support for 11.2 MHz DSD and 384kHz/32-bit PCM Data

To accurately synchronize its digital circuits, the PMA-A110 has a USB DAC input for high-resolution audio functions that support DSD input signals up to 11.2 MHz and 384 kHz/32-bit PCM. Of exceptional quality, the DAC removes jitter and ensures optimal accuracy of digital-to-analog conversion. In addition, DSD transmission methods support Wasapi, native ASIO format playback, and DSD Audio over PCM (DoP). The digital-to-analog converter used in the PMA-A110 amplifier is the same high-performance 384 kHz/32-bit DSD-compatible DAC as that used in the DCD-A110 player to deliver clear, high-quality sound.

  • Highlights
    • 160 W power per channel (4ohm, 1kHz, THD: 0.7%)
    • Oversized power supply power amplifier
    • Rear USB-B input for more audio formats
    • High-resolution audio playback up to 384-kHz/32-bit and 11.2-MHz DSD
    • Integrated Quad DAC configuration for more audible power
    • Ultra AL32 Processing for an even smoother musical experience
    • Pure analog audio reproduction
    • High-performance MM & MC Phono Equalizer Preamp
    • Vibration resistance thanks to Direct Mechanical Ground Construction technology
    • Meticulous amplifier design with short signal paths
    • Dual multi-winding transformer for separate circuits between audio and controls

Technical specifications

  • Powerful integrated amplifier (160W)
  • Advanced 7th generation MOS HI push-pull circuit
  • Handles DSD 11.2 MHz and PCM 384 kHz/32-bit via USB-B
  • Ultra AL32 Processing with 384-kHz/32-bit support
  • Digital isolator and Pure Analog mode
  • Robust power supply circuits
  • MM and MC phono equalizer
  • “Ext preamp” input terminals
  • Gold-plated speaker terminals
  • 6-block chassis configuration and Direct Mechanical Ground construction

Amplifier Section

  • Power
    • 80W + 80W (8 ohm, 20Hz-20kHz, THD: 0.07%)
    • 160W + 160W (4 ohm, 1kHz., THD: 0.7%)

Measurements

  • THD: 0.01% (Rated Output –3dB) 8 Ω 1kHz
  • Sensitivity
    • MM: 2.5 mV / 47 kohm
    • MC: 200 μV / 100 ohm
  • S/N Ratio MM/MC: 84 dB / 72 dB
  • Input Sensitivity: 135 mV / 17 kohms
  • S/N Ratio: 101 dB
  • RIAA Deviation: 20 Hz – 20 kHz +/-0.5dB

Connectivity

Inputs

  • Phono (MM / MC) x1
  • Inputs: USB-B / Opt / Coax 1/3/1
  • Audio Inputs x5

Outputs

  • Audio Output x1
  • Headphone Jack x1
  • Speaker Terminals x2

General

  • Power Supply: AC 230V, 50/60Hz
  • Power Consumption
    • In Operation: 400W
    • In Standby: 0.2W
  • Dimensions (W x D x H)
    • Product: 434 x 450 x 182 mm
    • Carton: 577 x 560 x 325 mm
  • Weight
    • Product: 25 kg
    • Carton: 30.2 kg

User reviews

Aurélien

Unbeatable value for money. It's accurate, the timbres are respected, no excessive coloration, powerful, dynamic with an impressive SNR. Capable of driving large speakers without issue (not surprising with a linear power curve: 80W at 8 ohms and 160W at 4 ohms, it even does a bit more, go check out the tests with measurements). The build quality is breathtaking. And the DAC alone is better than some costing over €2000! I highly recommend it.

Comment from January 25, 2023 — Experience from April 08, 2022

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Rapport qualité/prix imbattable. C'est juste, les timbres sont respectés, pas de coloration outrancière, puissant, dynamique avec un SNR impressionnant. Capable de driver de grosses colonnes sans problème (pas étonnant avec une courbe de puissance linéaire : 80W sous 8Omhs et 160W sous 4Ohms, il en fait même un peu plus, allez voir les tests avec mesure). La qualité de fabrication est à couper le souffle. Et le DAC à lui seul est meilleur que certains à plus de 2000€ ! Je recommande chaudement.

Olivier

Incredible product: powerful sound that retains its finesse. Every sound is distinct. Used in a large room with Focal speakers. Not disappointed at all.

Comment from October 10, 2022 — Experience from December 06, 2021

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Produit incroyable : le son tout en puissance et qui garde sa finesse. Chaque son s'entend. Utilisé dans une grande pièce avec enceintes Focal. Pas déçu du tout.

Eric

Reluctant to acquire a "mainstream" brand device rather than Home Cinema now, it took me a while to decide to purchase this Denon anniversary series integrated amplifier, and I think I did it just in time. It's an excellent purchase that well deserves 4 stars but misses the 5 for a few flaws in my opinion: no digital volume indication; no balanced input, no direct access to inputs and near-impossibility to put banana plugs on the speaker terminals; and one last subjective flaw: slight lack of grain and substance but the amp is not yet broken in.
As for the qualities, they are numerous:
- a military-grade construction and a weight worthy of a tank (beware of back pain when carrying it);
- a finesse of restitution at all times regardless of the input (Excellent Dac/Usb and phono inputs including MC used for me with a Lyra Delos cartridge);
- an iron fist in a velvet glove: what dynamics for "only" 80 W under 8 ohms, especially on symphonic orchestras.
- a rather stratospheric quality-price ratio in the end, given all that it can do and transmit to the listener.
A very good purchase therefore!

Comment from December 29, 2021 — Experience from December 16, 2021

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Réticent à acquérir un appareil d’une marque « mainstream «  plutôt HomeCinema maintenant, j’ai mis du temps à me décider à acquérir cet ampli intégré Denon série anniversaire et je l’ai fait juste à temps je pense. C’est un excellent achat qui mérite largement 4 étoiles mais manque les 5 pour quelques défauts à mon sens : pas d’indication numérique du volume ; pas d’entrée symétrique, pas d’accès direct aux entrées et quasi-impossibilité de mettre des fiches bananes aux borniers enceintes ; et un dernier défaut subjectif : léger manque de grain et de matière mais l’ampli n’est pas encore rôdé.
Quant aux qualités, elles sont nombreuses :
- une construction de qualité militaire et un poids digne d’un char d’assaut (attention aux lombalgies en le portant) ;
- une finesse de restitution de tous les instants quelle que soit l’entrée (Excellentes entrées Dac/Usb et phono y compris MC utilisé pour moi avec une cellule Lyra Delos) ;
- une main de fer dans un gant de velours : quelle dynamique pour « seulement » 80 W sous 8 ohms, notamment sur les orchestres symphoniques.
- un rapport qualité prix assez stratosphérique au final au vu de tout ce qu’il sait faire et transmettre à l’auditeur.
Un très bon achat donc !
  • Eco-contribution included in the sale price.
  • Manufacturer reference: PMAA110GSE2
  • GTIN / EAN: 4951035073926
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