High-Current Stereo Power with Selectable Class A Bias
The Advance Paris X-A160 EVO Stereo Power Amplifier is designed for high-performance separates systems that need strong current delivery, dynamic control and a refined presentation. Rated at 160 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms and 240 watts RMS per channel into 4 ohms, the X-A160 EVO provides the power required to drive a wide range of premium bookshelf and floorstanding loudspeakers.
Its substantial 700VA toroidal transformer works with very high-current NJW0281G and NJW0302G output transistors derived from Advance Paris’s higher-powered designs. A selectable High-Bias mode allows the amplifier to operate its first watts in Class A before automatically transitioning to Class AB as output demand increases, while balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs make integration with high-quality preamplifiers straightforward.
Highlights & Benefits
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160W Per Channel into 8 Ohms — Delivers substantial stereo power, increasing to 240 watts RMS per channel into 4-ohm loads.
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700VA Toroidal Transformer — A high-capacity power supply provides the current reserve needed for demanding loudspeakers and dynamic musical peaks.
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High-Bias Class A/AB Operation — Selectable High-Bias mode allows the first watts to operate in Class A before automatically transitioning to Class AB.
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High-Current Output Devices — NJW0281G and NJW0302G transistors provide strong current capability and controlled performance with difficult speaker loads.
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Balanced & Unbalanced Inputs — Stereo XLR and RCA inputs support easy integration with a wide variety of audiophile preamplifiers.
Technology & Design
MAA 1000-Derived Output Devices — Advance Paris uses the same NJW0281G and NJW0302G high-current transistor family found in its larger power-amplifier designs to provide strong dynamics and loudspeaker control.
700VA Toroidal Power Supply — The oversized toroidal transformer gives both channels access to substantial current reserves for demanding music passages and lower-impedance loudspeakers.
Selectable High-Bias Circuit — A rear-panel switch increases output-stage bias so the first watts operate in Class A. At higher output levels, the amplifier automatically transitions into Class AB.
Compartmentalized Chassis Construction — The ultra-rigid internal structure separates key circuits to improve shielding and reduce unwanted interaction between power and signal sections.
FAQ — Advance Paris X-A160 EVO
Does the X-A160 EVO include a preamplifier?
No. The X-A160 EVO is a dedicated stereo power amplifier and requires a compatible preamplifier, processor or source component with variable analog outputs.
How much power does the X-A160 EVO produce?
Advance Paris rates the amplifier at 160 watts RMS per channel into 8 ohms and 240 watts RMS per channel into 4 ohms.
Does the X-A160 EVO have balanced inputs?
Yes. It includes balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, with a rear-panel selector for choosing the connection type in use.
Which preamplifier pairs well with the X-A160 EVO?
Advance Paris specifically lists the X-P700 as a suitable matching preamplifier, although the X-A160 EVO can also be used with other compatible audiophile preamplifiers.
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