AUDIOLAB 9000Q Preamplifier

Audiolab 9000Q is a high-performance preamplifier with balanced analogue circuitry and an ESS ES9038PRO DAC. Featuring USB, Bluetooth 5.1, and XLR inputs, plus digital upsampling and EQ options, it ensures pristine audio for every setup, all displayed on a vibrant 4.3-inch IPS screen.

PURE PERFORMANCE, UNMATCHED VERSATILITY
Audiolab 9000Q is a precision-engineered preamplifier for audiophiles who demand perfection. Featuring a world-class ESS ES9038PRO DAC, balanced analogue circuitry, and versatile connectivity, it bridges analog warmth and digital clarity to unlock music’s finest details.

A DESIGN THAT DELIVERS
Crafted with the precision of the 9000 Series, 9000Q pairs sleek aluminium finishes with a vibrant 4.3-inch IPS display. From real-time VU meters to simplified controls, every glance provides clarity. Adjust settings with ease and savor a user experience as refined as the sound it unlocks.

CONNECTIVITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE
9000Q bridges digital and analog worlds with USB Type B, coaxial, optical, Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD, and four line-level inputs, including XLR and phono. Whether spinning vinyl or streaming hi-res tracks, experience every nuance in perfect clarity, tailored to your source.

FINE-TUNE YOUR MOMENT
Microprocessor-controlled tone controls adjust bass and treble with +/-6dB precision, while input-specific settings ensure each source shines. Dial in the warmth of vinyl or the clarity of digital, or bypass for pure signal fidelity—so every note hits exactly how you want it to.

VINYL REIMAGINED, HEADPHONES REDEFINED
9000Q’s precision-engineered MM phono stage reveals every nuance of your vinyl, from subtle groove details to rich sonic textures. And its dynamic headphone amplifier pairs a current-feedback design with low output impedance for crystal-clear, controlled sound – even with demanding headphones.

FLEXIBILITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE
9000Q’s AV Direct Mode bypasses the preamp, integrating seamlessly with external AV processors or multi-channel setups, while its balanced and line-level outputs ensure signal purity, delivering pristine, scalable sound for stereo systems or cinematic surround soundscapes.

DAC-TASTIC
Audiolab’s ES9038PRO DAC with Class A filtering turns digital data into breathtaking audio, supporting PCM up to 768kHz, DSD512, and MQA. Hear the airy pluck of strings, the resonance of a grand piano, or the intimacy of vocals as if you’re in the studio, reliving the performance note by note.

BUILT TO INSPIRE
Engineered with precision, 9000Q combines crisp lines, premium high-grade materials, and a 4.3-inch color display in a compact 444x90x328mm frame. Available in silver or black, it blends seamlessly into any setup, ensuring your audio system looks as exceptional as it sounds.

SPECIFICATIONS
Design Philosophy and Core Technology ES9038Pro 32-bit DAC
MQA Full decoder (PC USB, Coax/Optical)
4.3” 800 x 480 IPS LCD
Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX/aptX HD/LDAC) streaming
Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amp
Dedicated High Performance Low Noise MM Phono stage
Inputs 3 x Analogue, 1 x XLR, 1 x Phono (MM)
2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical)
1 x PC USB (USB B), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX HD/LDAC)
Outputs 2 x RCA, 1 x XLR, 1 x Headphone, 2 x 12V Trigger
Sampling Frequency Optical/Coaxial: 44.1-192kHz
Sampling Frequency
PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD5, DSD512
Preamp / DAC
D to A Converter ES9038Pro
Input Sensitivity 1Vrms (Line, Volume = 0dB)
2Vrms (XLR, Volume = 0dB)
4.5mV (Phono MM, Volume = 0dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Impedance 120 ohm
Max Sampling Frequency Optical, Coaxial: 192KHz
PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) > 113dB (A-weighted, RCA)
> 117dB (A-weighted, XLR Direct)
Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW )
Output Impedance 2.35 ohm
Load Impedance 20-600 ohm
General
Standby Power Comsumption <0.5W
Weight 6.2kg
Dimensions mm (WxHxD) 444 x 90 x 328 mm
Finish Black / Silver
Accessories Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, Antennas