Stereo solid-state hi-fi integrated amplifier Pioneer A-10AE black

Overview

Based on Pioneer’s direct energy design concept, the A-10AE integrated amplifier seeks a high S/N ratio to create an overwhelming and reality-rich sound field. Key features include isolated power supply, direct function, and MM phono input, allowing listeners to enjoy clear, crisp sound close to the original performance.

Direct Energy Amplifier

Pioneer’s design is based on the direct energy concept - lossless energy transfer from the amplifier to the speakers. Inheriting this philosophy, the latest integrated amplifiers feature optimized power supply/output circuit blocks and parts layout. The unit reproduces clearer sound with reduced distortion. The result is excellent signal transfer and high signal-to-noise ratio, with the performance to bring out the best musical reproduction from the integrated amplifier.

Anti-Standing Wave Insulators

The anti-standard wave insulator has a special shape with no parallel sides inside to prevent cavity resonance. This makes the sound localization, tone, and range clearer while contributing to transparent connection between channels and better response to fast sounds.

Phono Input (MM)

The A-10AE is equipped with a phono input terminal (MM), allowing you to connect a turntable to enjoy the audio quality of vinyl records.

Design

Direct energy design
Isolated power circuits
Direct function
Tone control (bass/treble)
Balance control
Rigid 1.6mm thick steel chassis

Measurements

Output power
- 50 W + 50 W (20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.9% THD, 4 ohms, 2 channels driven)
- 30 W + 30 W (20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.7% THD, 8 ohms, 2 channels driven)
Guaranteed speaker impedance (2 speaker terminals): 4-16 Ω
Frequency response: 10 Hz-100 kHz +1 dB/-3 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio: 103 dB (LINE In, SP Out), 78 dB (PHONO In, SP Out)