Advance Paris APEX Series – Hybrid Integrated Amplifier 130W per Channel (Limited Edition)

This high-performance Advance Paris APEX Series Integrated Amplifier celebrates the 30th anniversary of Advance Acoustic / Advance Paris. As part of a limited-edition Premium line, this amplifier combines 30 years of expertise in Hi-Fi design with advanced digital and analog technologies, delivering outstanding musicality, power, and versatility.

Hybrid amplification with tube warmth and solid-state power

The amplifier features a tube preamp stage (2x ECC81/12AT7) that adds natural warmth and depth to your music, combined with a Class AB solid-state power stage delivering 130 watts per channel at 8 Ohms (198 W @ 4 Ohms). The High Bias switch allows operation similar to Class A in the first watts, enhancing detail and linearity at low volumes.

High-end DAC and phono stage

Equipped with an ESS Sabre ES9018 DAC and ES9312 voltage regulators, the amplifier supports high-resolution formats up to DSD128 (5.6 MHz) and PCM 24-bit / 192 kHz. The built-in MM phono stage includes adjustable capacitance for optimal cartridge matching.

Advanced digital and analog connectivity

• HDMI eARC input for seamless connection with Smart TVs
• USB-B asynchronous input with XMOS receiver (DSD128, PCM 24/192)
• 1 coaxial RCA + 3 optical Toslink digital inputs
• Bluetooth ready via optional A-BTC dongle (aptX AD & aptX LL support, bidirectional)
• 1 balanced XLR input + 5 unbalanced RCA inputs
• 2 dedicated RCA subwoofer outputs (stereo or mono mode)
• REC Out + Pre Out / Amp In RCA for pre/power separation
• Dual speaker terminals (A/B / A+B)
• Trigger In/Out ports for system integration

Premium construction and elegant design

The amplifier is housed in a robust chassis with a thick black methacrylate front panel, featuring large analog VU meters with white scale, a display window revealing the tubes, and a central alphanumeric screen. Refined knobs and tactile buttons provide excellent ergonomics. A 6.3 mm headphone output is located on the front panel.

Technical specifications

• Output power: 2x 130 W @ 8 Ohms / 2x 198 W @ 4 Ohms (THD+N 1%, 1 kHz)
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 80 kHz (31 W @ 8 Ohms)
• SNR: 106 dB (1 kHz, 90 W, 8 Ohms)
• THD: 0.045% (1 kHz, 90 W, 8 Ohms)
• Power supply: 380 VA toroidal transformer with multiple regulators

Dimensions and weight

• Width: 430 mm
• Height: 175 mm
• Depth: 351 mm
• Weight: 12.9 kg

The Advance Paris APEX Series 130W Hybrid Integrated Amplifier is a powerful, elegant, and feature-rich solution for audiophiles seeking tube warmth, high-resolution digital playback, and full system integration — all in a collectible limited edition design.