GOLD NOTE IS-10 : High-End Streaming Integrated Amplifier
The IS-10 is the new All-In-One of our compact series of electronics, a complete High-End stereo system featuring a powerful 90W @ 8Ω (stereo) integrated amplifier, and D/A converter with high-resolution streaming – supporting up to PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD256.
It also includes an audiophile headphone preamp with a 6,3 mm connection to drive any type of headphones.
Features a cutting-edge streamer, IS-10 supports high-resolution files, such as MQA and DSD (up to DSD256), providing the best audio quality to enjoy your favorite songs.
Fully Roon Ready, it’s compatible with Tidal, Tidal Connect, MQA, Qobuz, Spotify and Deezer (via LAN, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth).
In addition, the IS-10 works also as a monoblock when matched with a PA-10 EVO power amplifier, increasing the power output to 280W @ 8Ω.
GOLD NOTE IS-10 : High-End Streaming Integrated Amplifier
HIGH-END QUALITY IN A COMPACT SIZE
The IS-10 is the new All-In-One of our compact series of electronics, a complete High-End stereo system featuring a powerful 90W @ 8Ω (stereo) integrated amplifier, and D/A converter with high-resolution streaming – supporting up to PCM 32bit/768kHz and DSD256. It also includes an audiophile headphone preamp with a 6,3 mm connection to drive any type of headphones.
Features a cutting-edge streamer, IS-10 supports high-resolution files, such as MQA and DSD (up to DSD256), providing the best audio quality to enjoy your favorite songs. Fully Roon Ready, it’s compatible with Tidal, Tidal Connect, MQA, Qobuz, Spotify and Deezer (via LAN, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth).
In addition, the IS-10 works also as a monoblock when matched with a PA-10 EVO power amplifier, increasing the power output to 280W @ 8Ω.
MULTI-ROOM AND NETWORK STREAMER
The IS-10 is a device with a plug&play installation and it is fully compatible with multi-room systems. You can stream your favorite music through Roon, Airplay, Tidal, MQA, Qobuz, Spotify, vTuner, and Deezer or access your collection of digital music stored locally on a NAS or a USB flash drive, controlling the device with our easy-to-use GN Control App on your smartphone or tablet (available for free on iOS and Android).
In addition, the IS-10 features also Tidal Connect to control the unit directly from the Tidal app. Simply connect it to your network and get ready to explore the limitless possibilities of high-resolution music.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
90W into 8Ω / 4Ω (Stereo)
280W into 8Ω / 4Ω (Mono with PA-10 EVO)
D/A CONVERTER
AKM AK4493
PCM up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD256
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
5Hz-50kHz (@ -3dB)
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)
0,01% (1kHz @ 1W)
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
125dB
DYNAMIC RANGE
120dB
NETWORK CONNECTIVITY
LAN & Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac Dual Band (10/433Mbps)
Bluetooth
High-Definition 5.0 (44/16)
HIGH-QUALITY STREAMING
Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect, Airplay, MQA, Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, vTuner
SUPPORTED MEDIA SERVERS
All UPnP
DLNA
Roon
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS
Up to PCM 32bit/384kHz
DSD256 (DSF, DFF)
AIFF (aif, aiff, aifc)
WAV (wav) packed/unpacked FLAC
WmA Windows media Audio 9
WAX Windows media audio metafiles
ASX Advanced Stream Redirector (asx)
MPEG-4 (aac, m4a , Apple lossless)
MP3
IMPORTANT
UPnP server must support DSD streaming in order to stream DSD files.
DIGITAL INPUTS
2x TOS-Link PCM asynchronous up to 24bit/192kHz
1x RCA coaxial PCM asynchronous up to 24bit/192kHz
1x USB-A port DSD256 and PCM up to
32bit/384kHz, formatted in FAT32/NTFS (32Gb max for pen drives)
ANALOGUE INPUTS
2x RCA unbalanced (pairs)
AUDIO OUTPUTS
Speaker terminals:
Binding posts
PREAMP
1x Headphone output with 6.3 mm jack
MONO RIGHT
1x RCA unbalanced (single connector)
POWER SUPPLY
100-240V, 50/60Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION
20W
FUSE
5A T
DIMENSIONS
200mm W | 80mm H | 26mm D
WEIGHT
Kg. 4 – net
Kg. 5 – boxed
BLACK
Black anodised aluminium with a traditional brushed finish
SILVER
Silver anodised aluminium with a traditional brushed finish
GOLD
Gold anodised aluminium with a traditional brushed finish
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