[{"id":641094025375,"handle":"advance-paris-apex-series-collection","updated_at":"2025-12-05T12:10:17-07:00","published_at":"2025-11-04T10:38:07-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Advance Paris APEX Series – A8 APEX, A10 APEX, A12 APEX \u0026 ACD APEX","body_html":"\u003c!-- Advance Paris APEX — styled like Q Meta, now with placeholder images --\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n\n \/* Scoped, KLH\/Q Meta palette \u0026 tokens *\/\n\n #apex-collection{\n\n --c1:#111;--c2:#444;--c3:#34a8c4;--c4:#dd5321;\n\n --bg:#f4f4f4;--muted:#6b7280;--bd:#e5e7eb;\n\n color:var(--c1);background:var(--bg);\n\n font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Ubuntu,Arial,sans-serif\n\n }\n\n #apex-collection *{box-sizing:border-box}\n\n #apex-collection .wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 20px}\n\n\n\n \/* Hero + jump pills *\/\n\n #apex-collection header.hero{padding:24px 0 12px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--bd);display:grid;gap:10px}\n\n #apex-collection .kicker{font-size:12px;color:var(--muted);letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase}\n\n #apex-collection h1{font-size:clamp(28px,4vw,40px);line-height:1.1;margin:0}\n\n #apex-collection .lede{color:var(--c2);font-size:clamp(16px,2.2vw,18px);margin:0;max-width:70ch}\n\n #apex-collection .nav-pills{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:16px 0 0}\n\n #apex-collection .nav-pills a{display:inline-block;padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid var(--bd);border-radius:999px;color:var(--c1);text-decoration:none;background:#fafafa}\n\n\n\n \/* Sections *\/\n\n #apex-collection .section{padding:32px 0;border-bottom:1px solid var(--bd)}\n\n #apex-collection .section h2{font-size:clamp(22px,3.2vw,28px);margin:0 0 12px}\n\n\n\n \/* FORCE white backgrounds (beats theme overrides) *\/\n\n #apex-collection .card,\n\n #apex-collection .card .body,\n\n #apex-collection .card .specs { background:#fff !important; 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Expect refined dynamics, HDMI eARC for TV integration, serious DACs, and the brand's signature VU meters in an exclusive black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cnav class=\"nav-pills\" aria-label=\"Section navigation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#models\"\u003eModels\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare (A8 vs A10 vs A12)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"#use-cases\"\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"#how\"\u003eHow it works\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- MODELS GRID --\u003e\n\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"models-h2\" id=\"models\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"models-h2\"\u003eModels at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- A8 APEX --\u003e\n\n\u003carticle aria-labelledby=\"a8-h3\" id=\"a8-apex\" class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid integrated · HDMI eARC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"a8-h3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a8-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Buy the Advance Paris A8 APEX at Online Authorized Advance Paris Dealer ListenUp\"\u003eA8 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"apex-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A8_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762287821\" alt=\"Advance Paris A8 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 76 W (8 Ω) · 2 × 110 W (4 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9018 · USB-B (24\/192 \u0026amp; DSD64\/128)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM (RIAA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 analog (7×RCA + 1×MM) · 4 digital (1×optical, 2×coax, 1×USB-B) · HDMI eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rec-Out, Pre-Out, Sub-Out (1×)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMP-IN · High-Bias switch · Trigger Out · 6.35 mm headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 × 132 × 363 mm · 9.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#how\"\u003eSetup tips\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a8-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eBuy A8 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- A10 APEX --\u003e\n\n\u003carticle aria-labelledby=\"a10-h3\" id=\"a10-apex\" class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid integrated · Dual sub outs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"a10-h3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a10-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Buy the Advance Paris A10 APEX at Online Authorized Advance Paris Dealer ListenUp\"\u003eA10 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"apex-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A10_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762288146\" alt=\"Advance Paris A10 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 130 W (8 Ω) · 2 × 198 W (4 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9018 · USB-B (24\/192 \u0026amp; DSD64\/128)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM (RIAA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 analog (5×RCA + 1×MM + 1×XLR) · 5 digital (3×optical, 1×coax, 1×USB-B) · HDMI eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rec-Out, Pre-Out, Sub-Out (2×, mono or stereo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMP-IN · High-Bias · Trigger In\/Out · 6.35 mm headphones · Speaker Zones A\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 × 175 × 351 mm · 12.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#how\"\u003eSetup tips\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a10-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eBuy A10 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- A12 APEX --\u003e\n\n\u003carticle aria-labelledby=\"a12-h3\" id=\"a12-apex\" class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid integrated · Dual-mono\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"a12-h3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\" title=\"Buy the Advance Paris A12 APEX at Online Authorized Advance Paris Dealer ListenUp\"\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"apex-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A12_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762288334\" alt=\"Advance Paris A12 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 190 W (8 Ω) · 2 × 292 W (4 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9039 · USB-B (24\/192 \u0026amp; DSD64\/128) · AES\/EBU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC (RIAA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 analog (5×RCA + 2×XLR + 1×MM\/MC) · 8 digital (3×optical, 3×coax, 1×USB-B, 1×AES\/EBU) · HDMI eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rec-Out, Pre-Out (RCA + XLR), Sub-Out (2×)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMP-IN · High-Bias · Trigger In\/Out · 6.35 mm + 3.5 mm headphones · Dual toroidal transformers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 × 192 × 454 mm · 18.25 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#how\"\u003eSetup tips\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eBuy A12 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ACD APEX --\u003e\n\n\u003carticle aria-labelledby=\"acd-h3\" id=\"acd-apex\" class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eCompact tube CD player\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 id=\"acd-h3\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-acd-apex-cd-player\" title=\"Shop the Advance Paris ACD APEX\"\u003eACD APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003cfigure class=\"apex-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_ACD_APEX_CD_Player.jpg?v=1762287546\" alt=\"Advance Paris ACD APEX CD Player\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raytheon 5744 NOS micro-tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e WM8761\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog RCA \u0026amp; XLR · Digital optical \u0026amp; coaxial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e THD+N 0.005% · SNR −106 dBrA · 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \/ Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 430 × 74 × 260 mm · 4.1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#faq\"\u003eLearn more\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-acd-apex-cd-player\"\u003eBuy ACD APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eAll APEX integrated amplifiers support optional A-BTC Bluetooth (aptX Adaptive Low Latency) and include HDMI eARC (PCM stereo) for seamless TV integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- COMPARISON TABLE --\u003e\n\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"compare-h2\" id=\"compare\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"compare-h2\"\u003eA8 APEX vs A10 APEX vs A12 APEX — At-a-Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 12px; overflow: auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"compare\" role=\"table\"\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eA8 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eA10 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower (8 Ω \/ 4 Ω)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e76 W ×2 \/ 110 W ×2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e130 W ×2 \/ 198 W ×2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e190 W ×2 \/ 292 W ×2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAmplification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClass A\/B with High-Bias\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClass A\/B with High-Bias\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eClass A\/B with High-Bias (dual-mono)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTube stage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eECC81 \/ 12AT7 (preamp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eECC81 \/ 12AT7 (preamp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eECC81 \/ 12AT7 (preamp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDAC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eESS9018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eESS9018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eESS9039\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePhono stage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMM \/ MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAnalog inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e7×RCA + 1×MM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e5×RCA + 1×MM + 1×XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e5×RCA + 2×XLR + 1×MM\/MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDigital inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e1×Opt · 2×Coax · 1×USB-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3×Opt · 1×Coax · 1×USB-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3×Opt · 3×Coax · 1×USB-B · 1×AES\/EBU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHDMI eARC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (PCM stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (PCM stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (PCM stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSubwoofer outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e1×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e2× (mono or stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e2× (mono or stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePre-Out\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA + XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAMP-IN (HT bypass)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransformer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eToroidal · 240 VA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eToroidal · 380 VA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDual toroidal · 2 × 280 VA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions (W×H×D)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 132 × 363 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 175 × 351 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 192 × 454 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e9.4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e12.9 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e18.25 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEAN (GTIN-13)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3760179292756\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3760179292763\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e3760179292770\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eSpecs summarized from the manufacturer's APEX product pages and technical sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- USE-CASE BLOCKS --\u003e\n\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"use-h2\" id=\"use-cases\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"use-h2\"\u003eWhich APEX is right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cols\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVinyl-first systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/strong\u003e for its \u003cstrong\u003eMM\/MC\u003c\/strong\u003e phono stage and balanced \u003cstrong\u003eRCA + XLR Pre-Outs\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eA8\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eA10\u003c\/strong\u003e include an \u003cstrong\u003eMM\u003c\/strong\u003e stage for moving-magnet cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHi-Fi + TV via HDMI eARC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003eAll three amplifiers include \u003cstrong\u003eHDMI eARC\u003c\/strong\u003e with CEC volume and power control. Start with \u003cstrong\u003eA8\u003c\/strong\u003e for smaller rooms, step to \u003cstrong\u003eA10\u003c\/strong\u003e for dual subwoofers and XLR, or go \u003cstrong\u003eA12\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum headroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge rooms \/ demanding speakers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers \u003cstrong\u003e2 × 190 W (8 Ω)\u003c\/strong\u003e from dual toroidal transformers—ideal for difficult loads and big rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact spaces \/ first hi-fi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"muted\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA8 APEX\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the full hybrid experience, HDMI eARC, and a capable ESS DAC in a slimmer chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- HOW IT WORKS --\u003e\n\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"how-h2\" id=\"how\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-h2\"\u003eHow it works — quick setup guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\n\u003csummary\u003eConnect your TV with HDMI eARC\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003col class=\"muted\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlug TV's \u003ccode class=\"k\"\u003eHDMI (eARC)\u003c\/code\u003e to amp's \u003ccode class=\"k\"\u003eHDMI eARC\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEnable \u003cem\u003eeARC\/CEC\u003c\/em\u003e in the TV menu. Select the amp's HDMI input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSet TV audio to \u003cem\u003ePCM Stereo\u003c\/em\u003e. Control volume with the TV remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\n\u003csummary\u003eUse AMP-IN for home-theater bypass\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003col class=\"muted\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConnect your AVR's front L\/R \u003ccode class=\"k\"\u003ePre-Out\u003c\/code\u003e to the amp's \u003ccode class=\"k\"\u003eAMP-IN\u003c\/code\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cem\u003eAMP-IN\u003c\/em\u003e when watching movies; return to normal inputs for music.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFront speakers stay powered by the APEX amp for cleaner stereo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\n\u003csummary\u003eDial in one or two subwoofers\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003col class=\"muted\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA8:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× Sub-Out. \u003cstrong\u003eA10\/A12:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2× Sub-Out (mono or stereo).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStart with crossover ≈ speaker's −3 dB point; match sub level to mains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFine-tune phase for tight, coherent bass at the listening position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"faq-h2\" id=\"faq\" class=\"section wrap faq\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq-h2\"\u003eAPEX Series — Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the APEX amplifiers \"hybrid\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eThey combine a tube preamplification stage (ECC81\/12AT7) with solid-state Class A\/B power amplification for warmth, drive, and dynamics.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo all APEX integrated amplifiers include HDMI eARC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. A8, A10, and A12 each include an HDMI eARC input with CEC for TV power\/volume control (PCM stereo).\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich models support dual subwoofers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eA10 APEX and A12 APEX provide two subwoofer outputs that can be set to mono or stereo. A8 APEX offers a single Sub-Out.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a balanced (XLR) input?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eA10 APEX adds 1× XLR input. A12 APEX includes 2× XLR inputs and also offers XLR Pre-Out. A8 APEX is single-ended (RCA) only.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat DAC chips are used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eA8 and A10 use ESS9018; A12 upgrades to ESS9039. The ACD APEX CD player uses WM8761.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat phono stages are built in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eA8 and A10 include MM phono (RIAA). A12 includes MM\/MC phono (RIAA) for broader cartridge support.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add Bluetooth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. All APEX integrated amplifiers support the optional A-BTC Bluetooth receiver (aptX Adaptive Low Latency). It also enables Bluetooth headphones.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the ACD APEX output via analog and digital?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. 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coax\/optical; USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-x-i75-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- A8 APEX --\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a8-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eA8 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"apr-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A8_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762287821\" alt=\"Advance Paris A8 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76 W ×2 (8Ω) \/ 110 W ×2 (4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube preamp + Class AB (High-Bias)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9018 DAC; 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USB-B up to 384\/32 \u0026amp; DSD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM (100\/200\/320 pF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e ARC (CEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a10-classic-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- A10 APEX --\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a10-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eA10 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"apr-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A10_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762288146\" alt=\"Advance Paris A10 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130 W ×2 (8Ω) \/ 198 W ×2 (4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube preamp + Class AB (High-Bias)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9018 DAC; USB-B 24\/192 \u0026amp; DSD64\/128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e eARC (CEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a10-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- A12 Classic --\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-classic-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eA12 Classic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"apr-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A12_Classic_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762371064\" alt=\"Advance Paris A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier Front\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190 W ×2 (8Ω) \/ 280 W ×2 (4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube preamp + Class AB (dual-mono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burr-Brown PCM1796; USB-B; optical\/coax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e ARC (CEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-classic-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- A12 APEX --\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eHybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"apr-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_A12_APEX_Hybrid_Integrated_Amplifier.jpg?v=1762288334\" alt=\"Advance Paris A12 APEX Hybrid Integrated Amplifier\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190 W ×2 (8Ω) \/ 292 W ×2 (4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube preamp + Class AB (dual-mono, High-Bias)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESS9039; USB-B 24\/192 \u0026amp; DSD64\/128; AES\/EBU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e eARC (CEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-a12-apex-hybrid-integrated-amplifier\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- MyConnect 250 --\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"card\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003eAll-in-one\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-myconnect-250-all-in-one-integrated-amp-streamer-with-cd-player\"\u003eMyConnect 250\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"apr-media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/6910\/4031\/files\/Advance_Paris_MyConnect_250_Front.jpg?v=1762372507\" alt=\"Advance Paris MyConnect 250 Front\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190 W ×2 (8Ω) \/ 280 W ×2 (4Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e CD player, network streaming (Ethernet\/Wi-Fi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burr-Brown PCM1796; USB-B (hi-res PCM \u0026amp; DSD DoP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono:\u003c\/strong\u003e MM\/MC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTV (HDMI):\u003c\/strong\u003e ARC (CEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btns\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/products\/advance-paris-myconnect-250-all-in-one-integrated-amp-streamer-with-cd-player\"\u003eView product\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"#compare\"\u003eCompare\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- COMPARE TABLE --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"compare-h2\" id=\"compare\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"compare-h2\"\u003eQuick comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"table\" class=\"compare\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eX-i75\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA8 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA10 Classic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA10 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA12 Classic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eA12 APEX\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMyConnect 250\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid-state Class AB (High-Bias)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid tube pre + Class AB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid tube pre + Class AB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid tube pre + Class AB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid tube pre + Class AB (dual-mono)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHybrid tube pre + Class AB (dual-mono)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-in-one hybrid tube pre + Class AB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Power (8Ω \/ 4Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 W \/ 110 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76 W \/ 110 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 W \/ 190 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 W \/ 198 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 W \/ 280 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 W \/ 292 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 W \/ 280 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWolfson WM8740\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESS 9018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESS 9018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESS 9018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurr-Brown PCM1796\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESS 9039\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurr-Brown PCM1796\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B async up to 24\/192; USB-A (MP3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B up to 24\/192; DSD64\/128\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B up to 384\/32; DSD64\/128\/256 (DoP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B up to 24\/192; DSD64\/128\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B up to 24\/192\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B up to 24\/192; DSD64\/128\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-B 44.1–192 kHz \/ 24–32-bit; DSD64\/128 (DoP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI (TV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eeARC (PCM stereo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARC (CEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eeARC (CEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARC (CEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eeARC (CEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARC (CEC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhono\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM (100\/200\/320 pF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\/MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\/MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM\/MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm \u0026amp; 3.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm \u0026amp; 3.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm \u0026amp; 3.5 mm (gain\/impedance)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubwoofer Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1× mono\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1× mono\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2× mono\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2× (mono\/stereo selectable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2× (mono\/stereo selectable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out \/ Amp-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out; Amp-In; Rec-Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out; Amp-In; Rec-Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out; Amp-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out; Amp-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out (RCA \u0026amp; XLR); Amp-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out (RCA \u0026amp; XLR); Amp-In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Out (RCA \u0026amp; XLR); Amp-In; Rec-Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W×H×D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 120 × 320 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 132 × 363 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 175 × 385 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 175 × 351 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 195 × 455 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 192 × 454 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e430 × 195 × 455 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.9 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.9 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.25 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eSpecs summarized from manufacturer and ListenUp product pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHO IT'S FOR --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"who\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cols\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl-first listeners:\u003c\/strong\u003e A12 Classic \/ A12 APEX \/ MyConnect 250 include MM\/MC phono; A10 Classic adds MM with selectable capacitance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHi-fi + TV setups:\u003c\/strong\u003e A8 APEX, A10 APEX, A12 APEX feature eARC; A10 Classic, A12 Classic, MyConnect 250 include ARC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig rooms \u0026amp; demanding speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A12 Classic and A12 APEX deliver higher headroom and current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact or first systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e X-i75 (simple solid-state) or A8 APEX (hybrid with eARC) are easy wins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- HOW IT WORKS --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"how\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eConnect a TV with ARC\/eARC\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse your TV’s ARC\/eARC HDMI port into the amp’s ARC\/eARC input. Enable CEC and set TV audio to PCM Stereo; then select HDMI on the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSet up a turntable\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor MM cartridges, select the MM input; on A10 Classic, start at 200 pF and adjust. For MC, choose A12 Classic \/ A12 APEX \/ MyConnect 250 and set gain accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eUse High-Bias\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-Bias biases the first watts toward Class-A for smoother sound at lower volumes—great for late-night listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIntegrate subwoofers\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-i75 \u0026amp; A8 APEX offer one Sub-Out; A10 Classic, A12 Classic, MyConnect 250 provide dual outs; A10 APEX\/A12 APEX add mono\/stereo selectable dual outs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"section wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo all models use tubes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA-series models are hybrid (tube preamp + solid-state power). X-i75 is solid-state only.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich models have HDMI for TV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA8 APEX, A10 APEX, A12 APEX have eARC; A10 Classic, A12 Classic, and MyConnect 250 have ARC; X-i75 has no HDMI.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I run two subs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes—A10 Classic, A12 Classic, A10 APEX, A12 APEX, and MyConnect 250 support dual sub outputs.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich models include MC phono?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA12 Classic, A12 APEX, and MyConnect 250 include MM\/MC capability.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy use High-Bias?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eIt emphasizes the first watts in Class-A for a smoother presentation at modest listening levels.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed help choosing? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact a ListenUp Home Theater Expert\" href=\"https:\/\/listenup.com\/pages\/contactus\"\u003eTalk to a ListenUp system designer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2024-10-08T16:20:54-06:00","alt":"Shop and Compare Advanced Paris Integrated Amplifiers at ListenUp","width":1800,"height":1800,"src":"\/\/listenup.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/a10-classic-angle-face-left.jpg?v=1762374492"}},{"id":639668617375,"handle":"all-regularly-priced-items","updated_at":"2025-12-18T19:40:52-07:00","published_at":"2024-11-30T15:25:35-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":null,"published_scope":"web","title":"All Regularly Priced Items","body_html":null},{"id":280456888479,"handle":"audio","updated_at":"2025-12-18T19:40:52-07:00","published_at":"2021-12-02T11:21:36-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"top-level","published_scope":"global","title":"Audio","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2022-01-06T15:53:45-07:00","alt":"audio","width":971,"height":386,"src":"\/\/listenup.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/audio.png?v=1641509626"}},{"id":275055247519,"handle":"integrated-amplifiers","updated_at":"2025-12-17T05:08:18-07:00","published_at":"2021-08-12T05:14:07-06:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"default","published_scope":"global","title":"Integrated Amplifiers","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers are all-in-one audio components that combine a preamplifier and a power amplifier into a single unit. \u003cbr\u003e Integrated amplifiers typically feature multiple inputs to connect various audio sources, such as turntables, CD players, and digital devices. \u003cbr\u003eThey also include built-in preamplification stages to enhance the signal before it is amplified by the power amplifier section. \u003cbr\u003eIntegrated amplifiers are a popular choice for home audio enthusiasts who desire a high-quality audio experience without the complexity of separate components.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-12T05:14:06-06:00","alt":"Integrated Amplifiers","width":1080,"height":428,"src":"\/\/listenup.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/category-banner_3048a129-5e68-4e4d-8908-20fba508b66f.png?v=1641335303"}},{"id":280456986783,"handle":"receivers-amplifiers","updated_at":"2025-12-18T19:38:49-07:00","published_at":"2021-12-02T11:25:03-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"top-level","published_scope":"global","title":"Receivers \u0026 Amplifiers","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2022-01-04T15:21:55-07:00","alt":"Receivers and Amplifiers","width":1146,"height":455,"src":"\/\/listenup.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/receivers-amplifiers.png?v=1641334915"}},{"id":301151355039,"handle":"welcome10","updated_at":"2025-12-18T19:40:52-07:00","published_at":"2024-07-02T15:18:25-06:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":null,"published_scope":"web","title":"Welcome10","body_html":null}]