The Advance Paris A-i130 Nova represents a perfect blend of refined aesthetics and exceptional acoustic performance.

Designed for high-fidelity enthusiasts and design-conscious environments, this integrated stereo amplifier delivers a warm, detailed, and powerful sound reproduction.

Part of the NOVA Series—the new generation of Premium-quality Advance Paris electronics resulting from 30 years of research, development, and refinement in Hi-Fi reproduction systems—it represents an evolution that approaches purely High-End territories with uncompromising design and construction, top-tier components, and the implementation of today's most advanced connectivity technologies:

• Hybrid Architecture & Output Power: Vacuum tube preamplifier stage (2x ECC81/12AT7) paired with a High-End ALPS volume potentiometer and a solid-state Class AB power amplifier section delivering 130 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms (2x 198 Watts into 4 Ohms).

• Comprehensive Digital & Acoustic Processing: Integrated hybrid amplifier featuring a built-in DAC, Phono MM preamplifier, and DSP for room acoustic correction, with support for optional plug-and-play streaming and Bluetooth modules.

• DAC & Multi-Channel DSP: Digital-to-Analog Converter based on the 8-channel ESS Sabre Hyperstream IV ESS9017S DAC in Quad Mode configuration to route signal to 4 channels (Left, Right, Subwoofer 1, and Subwoofer 2), supporting native DSD playback up to DSD128 (5.6 MHz) and PCM up to 24-bit / 192 kHz. Features a sophisticated 4-channel ADAU1452 DSP (Digital Signal Processing) with advanced EQ and room correction capabilities, individually configurable for each of the 4 DAC output channels.

• Robust Power Supply: 380 VA toroidal power transformer, dedicated filter capacitors, and multiple voltage regulators for each channel, along with independent power supplies for the analog and digital sections.

• Connectivity & Analog Inputs:

  • Analog Inputs L/R: 1x balanced XLR, 5x unbalanced RCA, 1x Phono MM RCA (with adjustable capacitance values).

  • Digital Inputs: 1x HDMI eARC (for advanced Smart TV interfacing), 1x USB Type-B (DSD128, PCM 24/192), 1x coaxial S/PDIF RCA (PCM 24/192), 3x optical Toslink (PCM 24/192).

  • Outputs: 2x dedicated RCA analog subwoofer outputs (usable in stereo or mono mode), REC Out L/R, front-panel 6.3 mm headphone jack, and trigger In/Out ports.

  • System Integration: Pre/Power separation via dedicated unbalanced RCA L/R Amp In and L/R Pre Out connectors; dual speaker terminal sets (A/B / A+B).

• Optional Plug-and-Play Expansion Slots: Dedicated slots for two next-generation optional digital interfaces (sold separately):

  • A-NTC: Cartridge module for high-resolution Ethernet / Wi-Fi streaming (up to 24-bit / 192 kHz) supporting major streaming platforms including Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, DLNA, and Roon.

  • A-BTC: Bluetooth 5.4 dongle transceiver powered by Qualcomm codecs (aptX HD, aptX AD, aptX LL, and AAC), capable of handling dual-way Bluetooth streams (receiving from compatible devices or transmitting to wireless headphones).

• Build & Design: Sturdy anti-vibration steel chassis, 8 mm finely brushed aluminum front panel, high-quality potentiometers and push-buttons, alphanumeric display, visible tube window, and analog VU meters on a black background with selectable white or blue backlighting.

• Technical Specifications:

  • Power Output: 125 W/ch into 8 Ohms, 2x 186 W into 4 Ohms (THD+N < 0.07%, 1 kHz, 2 channels driven) / 133 W/ch into 8 Ohms, 2x 200 W into 4 Ohms (THD+N 1%, 1 kHz, 2 channels driven).

  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 80 kHz (31 W, 8 Ohms).

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N Ratio): 112 dB (1 kHz, 90 W, 8 Ohms).

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.042% (1 kHz, 90 W, 8 Ohms).

• Dimensions & Weight: 430 x 175 x 351 mm (W x H x D), weight: 13.3 kg. Available in Silver or Black finish.

• Accessories: Included REM-21 infrared remote control; optional heavy-duty metallic desktop remote control with rotary dial (A-RTR, sold separately).