Advance Paris - A-i190 Nova - Integrated Amplifier

Advance Paris - A-i190 Nova - Integrated Amplifier
Advance Paris A-i190 Nova is a powerful hybrid integrated amplifier built for demanding speakers, larger rooms, and high-performance stereo systems. Its ECC81 tube preamp stage gives the amplifier a warm, dimensional character, while its Class AB output section supplies the control and drive needed for serious listening. With dual 280VA toroidal transformers, the A-i190 Nova operates with a strong channel-focused power foundation that supports wide imaging, firm dynamics, and confident speaker control.
The A-i190 Nova also serves as a flexible hub for modern and traditional sources. Its ESS9017S Quad Mode DAC supports PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz and DSD128, while HDMI eARC gives TV audio a cleaner path into a true hi-fi system. The built-in ADAU1452 4-channel DSP allows speaker and subwoofer adjustment based on room placement, helping improve bass behavior and soundstage stability. With optical, coaxial, USB Audio, HDMI eARC, RCA line inputs, MM/MC phono, RCA and XLR preamp outputs, dual subwoofer outputs, and a 6.35mm headphone jack, it is equipped for a wide range of system layouts.
For listeners who want the musical character of tubes with the grip of a high-output solid-state amplifier, Advance Paris A-i190 Nova offers a strong balance of refinement and authority. Its 195W per channel output at 8ohms and 297W per channel output at 4ohms give it the muscle to handle complex passages without sounding strained. Optional slots for the A-NTC streaming cartridge and A-BTC Bluetooth dongle allow the amplifier to grow with the system, making the A-i190 Nova a capable centerpiece for analog, digital, vinyl, TV, and high-resolution playback.
FEATURES:
- Hybrid integrated amplifier with ECC81 tube preamp stage
- Class AB amplification with dual toroidal power supplies
- 195W per channel at 8ohms
- 297W per channel at 4ohms
- Two 280VA toroidal transformers, one per channel
- ESS9017S Quad Mode DAC for digital playback
- ADAU1452 4-channel DSP for speaker and subwoofer adjustment
- HDMI eARC input for TV audio integration
- PCM 24-bit/192kHz and DSD128 playback support
- MM/MC phono input with ground connection
- Balanced XLR and RCA preamp outputs
- Dual subwoofer outputs for expanded bass systems
- Optional streaming and Bluetooth upgrade slots
- Finish options include Black or Silver
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Product Type | Integrated Amplifier |
| Model | A-i190 Nova |
| Amplification Type | Class AB |
| Preamp Stage | ECC81 Tube |
| Output Power at 8ohms | 195W, THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 Channels Activated |
| Output Power at 4ohms | 297W, THD+N 1%, 1kHz, 2 Channels Activated |
| Output Power at 8ohms, Full Bandwidth | 185W, 20Hz-20kHz, THD+N Less Than 0.07%, 2 Channels Activated |
| Output Power at 4ohms, Full Bandwidth | 276W, 20Hz-20kHz, THD+N Less Than 0.07%, 2 Channels Activated |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-80kHz, 43W, 8 ohms |
| Distortion | 0.042%, 1kHz, 135W, 8 ohms |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 105.1dB, 1kHz, 135W, 8 ohms |
| Transformer | Dual Toroidal Transformers, 280VA Each |
| DAC | ESS9017S Multi-Channel DAC |
| DSP | ADAU1452 4-Channel DSP |
| Digital Inputs | 3 Optical, 3 Coaxial, 1 USB Audio, 1 HDMI eARC |
| Digital Playback Support | PCM 24-bit/192kHz, DSD64, DSD128 |
| Analog Inputs | 5 RCA Line Inputs, 1 MM/MC Phono Input with Ground |
| Outputs | REC-OUT, RCA PRE-OUT, XLR PRE-OUT, 2 SUB-OUT, 6.35mm Headphone Output |
| Speaker Terminals | 2 Sets; Compatible with Bare Wire, Lugs, and Banana Plugs |
| Trigger | 12V Input and Output |
| Upgrade Slots | A-NTC Streaming Cartridge Slot and A-BTC Bluetooth Dongle Slot |
| DSP Update Ports | 2 USB-A Ports |
| Remote | Infrared REM-21, Compatible with A-i190 and A-i130 |
| AC Input Compatibility | 115/230V, 50/60Hz with Switch |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 16.93" x 7.56" x 17.87" (43cm x 19.2cm x 45.4cm) |
| Packaging Dimensions (L x H x D) | 21.46" x 11.61" x 21.06" (54.5cm x 29.5cm x 53.5cm) |
| Net Weight | 41.8 lbs (19.0 kg) |
| Gross Weight | 50.9 lbs (23.1 kg) |



