Description
6000A MKII
Building on the legacy of the award-winning 6000A, the Audiolab 6000A MKII introduces key advancements inspired by the flagship 9000A and versatile 7000A models.
With refined circuitry and enhanced performance, it continues the Audiolab tradition of delivering exceptional sound at an accessible price point – making this perfect for audiophiles seeking high-quality audio, from a brand with over 40 years of innovation.
The 6000A MKII preserves the original’s worthy position as an accessible yet remarkable step-up amplifier, perfect for entry-level audiophiles but with significant upgrades in sound and features.
Visually, this MKII version mirrors its predecessor, maintaining seamless integration with all existing 6000, 7000, and 9000 series components.
Improved Power Supply
6000A MKII uses an improved transformer and implementation. Increased voltage delivered from the transformer secondary windings, and reduced impedance for better control of the power supply voltage.
The effect of this is a typically Audiolab sound signature – remarkable sonic consistency that is thoroughly engaging with crisp definition, incredible dynamics, and rhythmic timing.
Improved Transformer
A substantial 200 VA toroidal transformer is followed by 4 x 15000 uF reservoir capacitors for the power-amp power supply (30000 uF per-rail).
This helps the amp to maintain firm control of the music, whilst enabling excellent dynamic range.
Advanced DAC
Audiolab have elevated the DAC performance with the new ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M chipset, an upgrade from the original 6000A’s ES9018.
This flagship DAC supports 32-bit / 768 kHz PCM and incorporates HyperStream® II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for ultra-low noise and exceptional dynamic range.
Building on the DAC design from the 7000A, the MKII also benefits from a new Class A circuit in the post-DAC active filter stage, offering a more refined listening experience.
Expanded Connectivity
This state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion enables the four S/PDIF inputs and new HDMI ARC input for convenient AV system integration – a key area of improvement over the original model and new must-have for a growing number of modern audiophiles.
Plus there is a step up to a Bluetooth 5.1 aptX HD receiver, for optimum range, speed and performance when streaming over Bluetooth connection.
Multi-Function Modes
The multifunctional operation modes are implemented as standard: Integrated – a combination of the pre and power amp stages. Pre – which turns the unit into a dedicated preamplifier, and Pre-Power: a unique mode that separates the pre and power stages.
Pre-Power mode disconnects the pre-amp and power amp stages so the 6000A MKII can be used solely as a power amp—for example, connected to an AV processor in a home cinema system.
It also enables additional signal processing by connecting the 6000A’s preamp out socket to an external processor and returning the processor’s output to the amp’s power amp in socket.
Features
- Updated next-generation 6000 Series Integrated Amplifier
- 2 x 50 W (8 ohms) / 2 x 75 (4 ohms)
- Class AB Design
- ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
- Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX / aptX HD)
- Dedicated High Performance Low Noise MM Phono stage
- Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amplifier
- Integrated / Pre-Power / Pre Only Modes
- Inputs: 3 x Analogue, 1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Power Amplifier, 2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x HDMI ARC, 1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptX HD), 1 x 12V Trigger
- Outputs: 1 x PRE Amplifier, 1 x Stereo Speaker, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger
- Sampling Frequency (Optical / Coaxial): 44.1 – 192 kHz
Specifications
- PREAMPLIFIER
- Gain (max.): +8 dB (Line), +54 dB (Phono MM)
- Input Sensitivity: 720 mV (Line, Volume = 0 dB), 3.1 mV (Phono MM, Volume = 0 dB)
- Input Impedance: 10K (Line), 47 K / 100 pF (Phono MM)
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.0004 % (Line, 1 KHz @ 2 V, Volume = 0 dB)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/-0.1 dB)
- Output Voltage: 2.3 V max. (Volume = 0 dB)
- Output Impedance: 120 ohm
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >110 dB (Line, A-weighted), >79 dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)
- DAC
- D-to-A Converter: ES9038Q2M
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.001 % (1 KHz @ 0 dBFS)
- Output Level (O dBFS, 1 kHz): 2.05 V RMS
- Max.Sampling Frequency (Optical / Coaxial): 192 kHz
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >116 dB (A-weighted)
- POWER AMPLIFIER
- Gain: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/-0.3 dB)
- Rated Output Power: 2 x 50 W (8 Ohms, THD <1 %; 2 x 75 W (4 Ohms, THD <1 %)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+/-0.1 dB)
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.0003 % (1 KHz @ 50 W, 8 Ohms)
- Input Sensitivity: 720 mV
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >109 dB (A-weighted)
- Max Output Current: 11 A
- HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.01 % (1 KHz @ 50 mW)
- Output Impedance: 2.35 Ohms
- Load Impedance: 20 – 600 Ohms
- GENERAL
- Standby Power Consumption: <0.5 W
- Net Weight: 7.78 kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 444 x 299 x 65 mm
- Finish: Black / Silver
- Power Requirements: 220 – 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Included
- 1 x 6000A MKII
- 1 x Power Cord
- 1 x Remote Control
- 2 x Antenna
- 2 x AAA Batteries
- 1 x Documentation
Full Audiolab Range Available
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