ESOTERIC F-02 Integrated Amplifier Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System

An integrated amplifier that incorporates the development results of the Grandioso "X" edition separate amplifier. A preamplifier with a full-balanced dual mono configuration that is a direct descendant of the Grandioso C1X. Equipped with the ideal fixed resistor switching attenuator "Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System". The original attenuator module "UFA-1792" allows volume adjustment in 0.1dB/1,120* steps. *Pre-gain setting: +12dB. Equipped with three unique current transmission "ES-LINK Analog" inputs that transmit the energy of music without loss. Two headphone outputs (balanced 4-pin XLR / unbalanced 6.3mm), built-in fully balanced dual mono headphone amplifier. Equipped with one MM/MC compatible phono input (RCA). Balanced 3-band tone control that can be set for each input source. Equipped with one each of ES-LINK Analog/XLR pre-outs that can connect the S-05 as an external power amplifier. Equipped with a dedicated DC power terminal that can connect an external reinforced power supply (to be released at a later date) dedicated to the built-in preamp. The preamp gain can be adjusted to four stages (0/+6/+12/+18dB) to match the connected power amplifier. Simple and straightforward power amplifier circuit design concept following the Grandioso M1X. 120W+120W/8Ω. Excellent power linearity, driving force (240W+240W/4Ω). In order to thoroughly separate the L/R channels, all stages from the power rectification smoothing circuit are configured as dual mono. Large-capacity bipolar transistor 3-parallel push-pull configuration pursuing instantaneous response. Large-capacity 940VA EI core power transformer with extremely high responsiveness to dynamic changes in current supply. Large-capacity Grandioso grade custom block capacitors (10,000μF × 4/ch) for each channel. Uses a special wave-shaped heat sink to reduce peak resonance. Gain can be adjusted within a range of ±18 dB for each input (0.1 dB steps). L/R balance adjustment (0.1 dB steps). AV through output function is convenient for coexistence with AV systems. Aluminum remote control (RC-1339) that can also be used to operate ESOTERIC Super Audio CD players/network players is included. Source device names shown on the display can be programmed. Mute function, dimmer function, automatic display OFF setting. Equipped with various control terminals (RS-232C, trigger input/output terminals).

■Rated output 120W + 120W (8Ω), 240W + 240W (4Ω)

■Minimum compatible impedance: 4Ω

■Speaker output terminal: 1 system (L/R)

■Analog audio input: ESL-A/XLR terminal: 3 systems, input impedance: 10kΩ

■RCA terminal: 3 systems, input impedance: 10kΩ

■PHONO terminal: 1 system (MM/MC switchable), input impedance: MM 47kΩ, MC 100Ω

■Analog audio output: ESL-A terminal 1 system, XLR terminal 1 system, output impedance 100Ω

■Headphone output 6.3mm stereo standard jack: 1 system, 4-pin XLR jack: 1 system

■Maximum practical output Unbalanced output: 300mW + 300mW (32Ω load), balanced output: 600mW + 600mW (32Ω load)

■Compatible load impedance Unbalanced output: 16-600Ω, Balanced output: 32-600Ω

External control: RS-232C x 1, Trigger input (TRIGGER IN) x 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack), Trigger output (TRIGGER OUT) x 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack)

Power supply: AC 100V, 50/60Hz

Power consumption: 250W (Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Act), 215W (no signal)

Standby: 0.3W (RC-232C setting OFF, 0.6W (RC-232C setting ON)

Accessories: Power cord x 1, Remote control (RC-1339) x 1, AA batteries for remote control x 2, Felt x 4, Instruction manual x 1, User card x 1

Size W (width): 445 mm H (height): 191 mm D (depth): 471 mm

Weight 32.4 kg