{"product_id":"nuprimeia9xgsi","title":"NuPrime IA-9XG GaN Integrated Amplifier with Phono, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NuPrime IA-9XG is an ultra-compact analogue integrated amplifier with a GaN power supply, switchable sound character, and an integrated MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's the successor to the discontinued IA-9X and steps up significantly, above all in current delivery. Into a housing the size of a cigar box it packs 2 × 170 watts and a toggle switch that lets you decide for yourself whether it should sound analytically neutral or warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IA-9XG?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of it is the GaN power supply. Gallium nitride switches much faster than conventional silicon – energy is ready exactly when the music needs it, without delay and with little waste heat. On top comes a second, rare trump card: a switch between ODC mode for maximum detail resolution and Harmonic mode, which specifically adds even-order harmonics for the warm melt of a tube amplifier. Two amplifier characters in one device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSelectable sound character:\u003c\/strong\u003e toggle between ODC mode (maximum detail resolution, 0.002 % distortion) and Harmonic mode (warm tube melt).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGaN power supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e gallium nitride delivers current lightning-fast with low noise and little waste heat – dynamics you wouldn't expect from this size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e2 × 170 W into 8 Ω:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 2 × 200 W into 4 Ω and 15 A peak current – confident control even over low-efficiency speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003ePrecise MM phono:\u003c\/strong\u003e resistance and capacitance adjustable in steps to match your cartridge – draws brilliance out of the groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced and RCA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × XLR and 2 × RCA plus phono – enough choice for a purely analogue chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTrigger input:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be switched on and off remotely, also ideal as a stereo power amplifier for the front channels in a home cinema.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVideo\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6du-VxW9k6c\" title=\"NuPrime Audio IA-9X\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is the IA-9XG for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor analogue listeners who want plenty of power and flexibility in the smallest space – and who like to decide for themselves whether their system sounds sober-precise or warm-musical. Ideal for demanding floorstanding and standmount speakers, and for vinyl fans with an MM cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the IA-9XG is a specialist for the analogue world and deliberately has no digital inputs – NuPrime preferred to put that space into high-quality audio relays and a symmetrised power supply. If you play digitally, you need an external DAC. The phono input is designed for MM; MC cartridges need a step-up transformer. And: it gets noticeably warm under load – give it a few centimetres of air in the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen we first hooked the IA-9XG up to large floorstanders in Wädenswil, there was disbelieving amazement at first – this lightweight plays faster and more controlled than many a 20-kilo giant. We recommend it to anyone who wants a compact analogue solution with a genuine character switch and who feeds it analogue sources or a separate DAC anyway. For MM vinyl, the adjustable phono stage is a real asset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e analogue stereo integrated amplifier with GaN power supply and MM phono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e ODC mode (detail resolution) \/ Harmonic mode (tube character), switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower (RMS):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 170 W into 8 Ω, 2 × 200 W into 4 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeak power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × 200 W into 8 Ω, 2 × 250 W into 4 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum output current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 A into 4 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × phono MM (adjustable), 2 × analogue stereo RCA, 1 × analogue stereo XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono MM – resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 kΩ \/ 47 kΩ \/ 100 kΩ (selectable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono MM – capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 pF \/ 220 pF \/ 320 pF (selectable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Hz – 35 kHz (− 3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTHD (distortion):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.002 % at 20 W \/ 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem control:\u003c\/strong\u003e trigger input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 235 × 60 × 281 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e aluminium, silk-matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e IA-9XG, infrared remote control, power cord, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between the IA-9XG and the old IA-9X?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe IA-9X has been discontinued. The new IA-9XG uses a GaN (gallium nitride) power supply and delivers significantly more power in a smaller footprint – 2 × 170 W RMS instead of around 90 W – plus a cleaner, faster power supply. On top comes the switchable sound character between ODC and Harmonic mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do ODC mode and Harmonic mode offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn ODC mode, the amplifier works with very low distortion of 0.002 % – ideal for rock and complex orchestral pieces. In Harmonic mode, it specifically adds even-order harmonics that we perceive as warm and musical – lovely for jazz and vocals. You choose the character via toggle switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I set up the phono stage on the IA-9XG correctly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou choose input resistance (32, 47, or 100 kΩ) and capacitance (100, 220, or 320 pF) to match your MM cartridge. The right matching prevents overemphasised highs or a dull sound. We're happy to go through your cartridge's datasheet with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich speakers suit the IA-9XG?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThanks to 2 × 170 W into 8 Ω and 15 A peak current, the IA-9XG confidently controls even less efficient floorstanding and standmount speakers, with bone-dry bass. We're happy to work out together which speaker suits your room and taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the NuPrime IA-9XG at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause we know the device from the workshop and tell you honestly what it suits – and what it doesn't. Andy and Maurizio advise you personally on speaker matching, phono setup, and placement, service runs through our own technician. Reachable by phone, WhatsApp, or in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IA-9XG is the analogue amplifier core – this rounds out the chain:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e with a knack for fast bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDAC\u003c\/a\u003e for digital sources (streamer, PC, CD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eturntable\u003c\/a\u003e with MM cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean connections: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eCables \u0026amp; connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore from the series: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ch\/collections\/nuprime\"\u003eNuPrime\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NuPrime","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989544595792,"sku":"NP-IA-9XG-SVR","price":1449.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/nuprime-ia-9xg-gan-vollverstaerker-mit-phono-silber-frontansicht.png?v=1786616880","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en-ch\/products\/nuprimeia9xgsi","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}