QUAD 3 integrated amplifier

The QUAD 3 brings a stunning blend of timeless QUAD design and cutting-edge technology, delivering an integrated amplifier solution that caters to both traditional analogue enthusiasts and modern digital audiophiles alike.

Specifications

ModelQUAD 3General description:2 x 65W (8 ohm), 2 x 100W (4 ohm)

Class AB power amp section

ES9038Q2M 32-bit DACDesign philosophy and core technologyMQA Full Decoder (PC USB, Coax/Optical)

Bluetooth 5.1 (aptX/aptX HD) Streaming

Dedicated High Performance Low Noise MM Phono stage

Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amplifier

Built-in Bass and Tilt adjustment

USB Firmware Upgrade

2 x Analogue (Aux), 1 x Phono (MM) inputsInputs1 x SPDIF (Coax), 1 x SPDIF (Optical), 1 x PC USB

1 x HDMI ARC, 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX HD), 1 x 12V TriggerOutputs1 x Pre Amplifier,1 x Stereo Speaker,1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V TriggerSampling FrequencyOptical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz -> 192kHz

PC USB: 44.1kHz -> 768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512Preamplifier Section:Gain (max.)+0dB (Line)

+47dB (Phono MM)Input Sensitivity800mVrms (Line, Volume = 0dB)

3.6mV (Phono MM, Volume = 0dB)Input Impedance10K (Line)

47K / 100pF (Phono MM)Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)<0.001% (1kHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB)Frequency response20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)Output voltage2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB)Output impedance120 ohmSignal-to-Noise ratio> 110dB ( A-weighted)

> 78dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)DACD to A ConverterES9038Q2MTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD)< 0.001% (1kHz @ 0dBFS)Output level (0dBFS, 1kHz)2.05VrmMax. Sampling FrequencyOptical/Coaxial: 192kHz

PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)> 116dB (A-weighted)Power Amplifier SectionGain+29dBRated Power Output2 x 65W (8 ohm, THD<1%)

2 x100W (4 ohm, THD<1%)Frequency Response20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)<0.003% (1kHz @ 30W/8ohm)Input Sensitivity800mVrmsSignal-to-Noise ratio (S/N)> 110dB (A-weighted)Max. Output Current10A