Audiolab 6000A MKII - Integrated Amplifier
The Audiolab 6000A MKII Integrated Amplifier introduces key advancements inspired by the flagship 9000A and versatile 7000A models. With refined circuitry and enhanced performance, it continues Audiolab’s tradition of delivering exceptional sound at an accessible price point.
A Step Forward in Every Aspect
The 6000A MKII preserves the original's position as an accessible yet remarkable “step-up” amplifier, perfect for entry-level audiophiles but with significant upgrades in sound and features. Visually, the MKII mirrors its predecessor, maintaining seamless integration with existing 6000, 7000, and 9000 series components.
Key Enhancements
Improved Power Supply and Transformer
The Audiolab 6000A MKII uses an improved transformer and implementation. Increased voltage delivered from the transformer secondary windings, and reduced impedance for better control of the power supply voltage. The effect of this is a typically Audiolab sound signature - remarkable sonic consistency that is thoroughly engaging with crisp definition, incredible dynamics, and rhythmic timing.
A substantial 200VA toroidal transformer is followed by 4 x 15000uF reservoir capacitors for the power-amp power supply (30000uF per rail).
This helps the amp to maintain firm control of the music, whilst enabling excellent dynamic range.
Advanced DAC Technology
Audiolab have elevated the DAC performance with the new ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M chipset, an upgrade from the original 6000A’s ES9018. This flagship DAC supports 32-bit/768kHz PCM and incorporates HyperStream® II architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator for ultra-low noise and exceptional dynamic range. Building on the DAC design from the 7000A, the MKII also benefits from a new Class A circuit in the post-DAC active filter stage, offering a more refined listening experience.
Expanded Connectivity
Then, there’s the connectivity: the state-of-the-art digital-to-analogue signal conversion enables the four S/PDIF inputs and new HDMI ARC input for convenient AV system integration – a key area of improvement over the original model and new ‘must’ for a growing number of modern audiophiles. Then there's a step up to a Bluetooth 5.1 aptX HD receiver. for optimum range, speed and performance when streaming over Bluetooth connection.
Class AB Amplification: Audiophile Pedigree
Unlike the growing trend of Class D amplifiers offered by competitors at this price point, the 6000A MKII stays true to Audiolab's audiophile heritage with a Class AB power amplifier. The amplifier delivers 50W per channel, with a peak current delivery of 11 amps into difficult loads. The amplifier’s CFB (Complementary Feedback) topology ensures superior linearity and thermal stability, keeping the idle current independent of output transistor temperatures.
Signal Purity and Flexibility
The preamp section of the 6000A MKII continues Audiolab’s philosophy of minimalism for maximum signal purity. The precision analogue volume control and independent low-noise power supplies ensure a performance that competes with significantly more expensive analogue amplifiers.
Other inputs continue to extend to analogue RCA and a phono stage with a dedicated high-quality, low-noise circuit with precise RIAA equalisation. Not to mention the now-Audiolab standard dedicated headphone amp also with current-feedback circuitry. Its gain bandwidth and high slew rate ensure a dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all manner of headphone types – more boxes ticked for this most integrated of integrated amplifiers.
What's in the Box?
- The AudioLab 6000A MKII
- One IEC Power Cable for your Area
- One Remote Handset with 2 AAA Batteries
- Instruction Manual
Technical Specifications
Inputs / Outputs
- Inputs: 3x Analogue, 1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Power Amplifier, 2 x SPDIF (Coax), 2 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x HDMI ARC, 1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptx HD), 1 x 12V Trigger
- Outputs: 1 x PRE Amplifiers, 1 x Stereo Speaker, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger
- Sampling Frequency: Optical / Coaxial - 44.1kHz - 192kHz
Preamplifier Section
- Gain: +8dB (Line); +54dB (Phono MM)
- Input Sensitivity: 720mV (Line, Volume = 0dB); 3.1mV (Phone MM, Volume = 0dB)
- Input Impedance: 10K (Line); 47k/100pF (Phono MM)
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.0004% (1kHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
- Output Voltage: 2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB)
- Output Impedance: 120 ohms
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >110dB (Line, A-weighted); > 79dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)
DAC
- D to A Converter: ES9038Q2M
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)
- Output Level (OdBFS, 1kHz): 2.05Vrms
- Max.Sampling Frequency: Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz;
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >116dB (A-weighted)
Power Amplifier Section
- Gain: +29dB
- Rated Power Output: 2 x 50W (8 ohms, THD<1%); 2 x 75W (4 ohms, THD<1%)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Input Sensitivity: <0.003% (1kHz @ 50W / 8 ohms) 720mV
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >109dB (A-weighted)
- Max. Output Current: 11A
Further Information
What is Our Return Policy?
Subject to the below exceptions,Studio Incar LTD is happy to exchange or refund your purchase within 30 days of delivery. Your refund will be credited to the original payment card on the day of request but may take up to 14 working days.
Unwanted goods must be returned in a fully re-saleable condition and any packaging must be intact. We reserve the right to refuse an exchange or full refund if goods are not returned in a re-saleable condition or are damaged. If these conditions are met we will gladly offer a replacement, exchange or refund.
Refunds on promotional goods purchased under a promotional offer will be based on the terms of the promotional price. Our 30 days returns policy is in addition to the standard 14 day returns offered by the Consumer Contact Regulations.
If for any reason you believe your product is defective please notify us immediately on 01489 578951 or via email. If your product is faulty or covered under warranty any carriage costs incurred shipping the goods back will be refunded up to the amount of £10.
Upon receipt of your order you are advised to carefully inspect the package and goods to ensure they are intact and complete, before signing for receipt of delivery. Should you find the parcel to be damaged or incomplete you must refuse delivery of the goods.
Please report any damaged or faulty items to Studio Incar within 24 hours of receipt of the goods and provide any information requested (eg photographs) within 24 hours.
If you have ordered the incorrect part or wish to return an order we will gladly exchange the product free of charge with just the carriage to pay.
How do I Return a Product?
Please follow the instructions below before returning any goods
We require all returned goods (defective, damaged, unwanted or otherwise) to be sent back to us in the original condition they were received in, with all accessories, manuals and the original packaging. Items that are being returned purely because they are no longer wanted should be returned in unopened packaging. Studio Incar retain the right to refuse a refund or charge an appropriate fee for items that are returned without original packaging and/or without accessories and manuals.
Collection Procedure
- In the event of a product failing, your first course of action should be to contact Studio Incar at info@studioincar.co.uk
- Within 6 months of purchase date: Once the fault has been established and deemed impossible to be solved on site, Studio Incar will arrange for collection of the item at cost to the customer. This will be refunded in full if the item is found to be faulty.
- Please note that if the item has a non-warrantable fault the customer will be charge for carriage both ways, parts and labour.
Our Return address is:
Returns
Studio Incar
Unit 23, Mitchell Close
Fareham
PO15 5SE
How do I Cancel an Order?
You may cancel your order (or any part of it) for any reason before dispatch, however, if your order has already been dispatched & is with the courier a restocking fee may apply.
Please email us at info@studioincar.co.uk or call 01489 578951 to cancel an order.
The products we use and sell are of the highest quality and we trust them wholeheartedly, but every now and again a product has a fault that is covered under the manufacturers warranty.
In the event of such an occurance please contact us via email at info@studioincar.co.uk to proceed with the warranty process.
Below is a list of all the Manufacturers warranty timeframes with any special instructions for extended warranties:
Alpine
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Amphion
5 Years standard Manufacturers Warranty
AudioControl
- 5 Years with Installation by an Authorised Installer (Studio Incar is an Authorised Installer)
- 1 Year if you are doing your own Installation
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
AudioLab
- 2 Years standard Manufacturers warranty
Audison
- 1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
Auralic
- 90 Days Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty - Product Registration within 30 days of Purchase
Blackvue
- 6 Months standard Manufacturers warranty
Blaupunkt
1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
Chord Company
- Lifetime Warranty
Cyrus Audio
- 40 series - 5 Years
- XR series - 3 Years
- Classic series - 2 Years
- Turntable - 3 Years
Product Registration Here
Dynaudio
- 2 Years on Car Audio Products - No Extendable Warranty
- 2 Years standard Warranty on Home Audio Products
- up to 8 Years Extendable Warranty on Home Audio Products when you register at Dynaudio
Focal
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 2 Years Extended Warranty when registered with Focal
Hegel
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Hertz
- 1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
HiFi Rose
2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
iFi Audio
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
JL Audio
- 1 Year for Speakers and Subwoofers
- 2 Years for Amplifiers and Processors
Luxman
3 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Mission
1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Mission
Ortofon
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Peachtree Audio
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Peachtree
Pro-Ject
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Pro-Ject
Q-Acoustics
- 4 Years for Passive Loudspeakers
- 1 Year for Active Loudspeakers / Subwoofers
- 5 Years for Passive Loudspeakers if Registers with Q Acoustics
- 2 Years for Active Loudspeakers / Subwoofers if Registered with Q Acoustics
SolidSteel
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
Sony
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
Wharfedale
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if registered with Wharfedale
