{"product_id":"advance-paris-a8-apex-integrated-hybrid-tube-amplifier","title":"Advance Paris A8 APEX Integrated Hybrid Tube Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"599\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe A8 APEX is a hybrid integrated amplifier, inspired by the A10 and A12, combining ECC81\/12AT7 tubes and transistors for 2x75W of Class A\/B power. It offers inputs for a variety of sources (analog, digital, USB, HDMI e-ARC) and advanced features (1 subwoofer output, Pre-Out, Amp-In).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusic lovers will appreciate the warmth and richness of these tubes, often compared to the smoothness of vinyl. In fact, audio tubes offer dynamics and depth that capture the essence of every note. Thanks to this technology, the A8 APEX transforms listening into a truly immersive experience, where each instrument can be distinctly heard, and the subtle nuances of the music come to life. Whether listening to a classic or discovering new melodies, the user will be transported into an exceptional world of sound, rediscovering the pleasure of top-quality listening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe A8 APEX is compatible with vinyl turntables with MM cells (the most classic). It incorporates an RIAA phono preamplifier, so you can enjoy the full musicality of your vinyl records.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eThanks to its HDMI eARC input, amplifier A8 APEX connects directly to your TV for easy operation. The functions CEC ensure synchronization: when you switch on the TV, the amplifier also switches on, and the volume control is done directly from the TV remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks to the optional A-BTC Bluetooth receiver, you can establish a high-quality audio link between your A8 APEX and your phone\/tablet\/computer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"962\"\u003ePower: 2 x 76 W power at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"962\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHigh-Bias switch: activates double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at higher power levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eToroidal transformer power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eNumerous audio inputs and outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eVU meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1106\" data-start=\"1007\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\nHybrid architecture: audio tubes for preamplification, transistors for amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1248\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003eHDMI eARC input for easy integration with your TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003eA-BTC compatibility (optional) for high-quality Bluetooth connection from your smartphone\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e8 analogue RCA inputs, including 1 MM phono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003e4 digital inputs: 1 optical, 2 coaxial, 1 USB for computer (or streaming transport)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kd-table-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kd-table-characteristic\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power \u003c\/strong\u003e8Ω 2 * 76 W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput power\u003c\/strong\u003e 4Ω \u003c\/span\u003e2 * 110 W RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response (+\/- 1dB)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e20Hz - 80 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHD+N distortion\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3% (52W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100 db\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubes\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eECC81 \/ 12AT7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eESS9018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmplification class\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eClass A\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTransformer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eToroidal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMains voltage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e230V 50\/60Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e430 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e132 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e363 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross weight\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSupport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Datasheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceparis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ADVANCE_A8_APEX_Datasheet_EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.advanceparis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/A8APEX_EN_UserManual_v3.pdf\" title=\"Manual\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eManual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Advance Paris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44494567211091,"sku":null,"price":319900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1867\/3055\/files\/image_2026-04-14_181119252.png?v=1776352021","url":"https:\/\/theaudio.co\/products\/advance-paris-a8-apex-integrated-hybrid-tube-amplifier","provider":"The Audio Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}