Emotiva BasX A‐5

The BasX A5 is a five-channel power amplifier that delivers 95 W per channel into 8 Ω and 130 W per channel into 4 Ohms, with a rated THD + N (total harmonic distortion plus noise) of <0.02% and an A-weighted signal-to-noise ratio of 116 dB. The Emotiva BasX‐A5 features a robust linear power supply, high-quality Class A/B amplification, transparent fault protection, and trigger input and output. The BasX‐A5 also offers a convenient feature that allows the amp to turn on when an audio signal is detected at its input.

This is especially useful if your preamp or integrated amplifier does not offer a trigger output. The high-quality unbalanced RCA inputs allow the BasXA5 to be used with nearly any preamp or processor, and the audiophile-grade speaker terminals accept banana plugs, spade lugs, or bare wire. These features combine to allow the BasX A5 to deliver true audiophile performance and sound quality at an incredibly affordable price.

• Power
  • 95 W per channel into 8 Ohms
  • 130 W per channel into 4 Ohms
• High-quality Class A/B amplification

Measurements

• Nominal THD + N of <0.02%
• A-weighted signal-to-noise ratio of 116 dB
• Robust linear power supply

Connectivity

• Input connections: unbalanced (RCA)
• Speaker output connections: 5-way binding posts
• Trigger input: 5 - 12 V (AC or DC); <10 mA input current required
• Trigger output: 12 VDC; can drive any load up to 120 mA

General

• Power supply 115 VAC or 230 VAC at 50/60 Hz (automatically detected)
• Front panel controls and indicators:
  • Standby: push button
  • Status LEDs: one per channel; blue. Status indicators turn red to indicate a fault
  • Standby LED: orange
• Rear panel controls:
  • AC power switch: toggle switch (switches main AC power)
  • Status indicator switch: disables front panel status indicators
  • Auto On: Automatic activation from detectable source
• Dimensions (W x H x D)
  • Amplifier: 43.20 x 10.15 x 39.40 cm (without connectors)
  • Packaging: 54.60 x 20.30 x 53.40 cm
• Weight
  • Amplifier: 11.44 kg
  • Packaged: 15 kg