{"product_id":"goldnoteis10bl","title":"Gold Note IS-10 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note IS-10 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier that combines a Class D power stage, a high-resolution DAC, a network streamer and a headphone amplifier in a half-width housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built by hand in Tuscany and is only half as wide as a normal hi-fi component – high end for the sideboard, without a stack of components. In black, the brushed aluminium looks understated and fits into practically any rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IS-10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it packs a surprising amount of system into a small footprint. The Class D power stage delivers 90 watts at 8 Ω (140 W at 4 Ω) while staying cool and efficient. The AKM AK4493 DAC handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz and DSD up to DSD256, the network streamer brings in Roon, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify and more directly, and the headphone output on the front is a full-fledged stage with two gain settings. In other words: one device, one power cord – and all you really still need is speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clever touch is the upgrade path: you can later expand the IS-10 with a Gold Note PA-10 EVO into a mono pair – then each device drives one channel, turning the compact all-in-one into a powerful two-box system with up to 280 W at 8 Ω that still only takes up one shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore power than the format suggests. The IS-10 plays dynamically, cleanly and with control, effortlessly drives normal living-room speakers and stays quietly in the background while doing so. Over LAN, dual-band Wi-Fi or Bluetooth you stream in high resolution; it plays local files from NAS or USB stick just as well. Everything is controlled via the remote control or the free GN-Control app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the IS-10 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants a complete, modern system in the smallest space – in the living room, the study, or as a fine headphone station. Straight talk: the IS-10 has no phono input; its two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you therefore need an external phono stage (e.g. the Gold Note PH-10). If you have vinyl firmly planned and would rather have everything in one device, take a look at the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe with built-in phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much amplifier is packed into the IS-10?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than the compact housing suggests: 90 W at 8 Ω, 140 W at 4 Ω. Class D ensures the IS-10 stays cool and draws little power while doing so. If that's not enough for you later, you can turn it into a 280 W mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IS-10 is one of the most elegant solutions for a small, serious system: power stage, DAC, streamer and headphone amp in a half-width housing, hand-built in Italy. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the device up for you completely – network, streaming services and speaker matching – and show you how to expand it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: compact streaming integrated amplifier (Class D) with DAC, streamer and headphone amp (half width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 90 W at 8 Ω, 2× 140 W at 4 Ω; in mono operation with PA-10 EVO up to 280 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5 Hz – 50 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001% (1 kHz @ 1 W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384 kHz, DSD up to DSD256, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC\/AAC, WMA, MP3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreaming: Roon Ready, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, MQA, vTuner, Deezer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: LAN (Ethernet) and dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a\/b\/g\/n\/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue inputs: 2× RCA (line level; no phono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial, 2× optical (TOSLink) up to 24-bit\/192 kHz, 1× USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker terminals; 1× RCA pre\/sub out (variable, also usable as mono output for PA-10 EVO); headphones 6.3 mm (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: remote control, GN-Control app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the IS-10 have a phono input for turntables?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The IS-10's two analogue inputs are line-level. For a turntable you need an external phono preamp (such as the Gold Note PH-10), which you connect to one of the line inputs. If you want phono built in, the larger IS-1000 MKII Deluxe is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IS-10's power enough for my speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vast majority of living rooms, yes: 90 W at 8 Ω or 140 W at 4 Ω easily drive normal bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. For very large rooms or particularly power-hungry speakers, the IS-10 can be expanded into a more powerful mono pair with a PA-10 EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the IS-10 also drive headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. On the front there's a full-fledged headphone output (6.3 mm) with two gain settings that cleanly drives a wide range from sensitive in-ears to more demanding over-ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Gold Note IS-10 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a streaming amplifier only shines in a properly set up system. We integrate the IS-10 into your network, set up streaming services and match it to your speakers, and give you honest advice on whether the IS-10 is enough or a larger device makes more sense. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're there for you after the purchase too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact or full-size \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e, plus more sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e range. For vinyl, add an external phono stage such as the Gold Note PH-10.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989509435728,"sku":"304445","price":2890.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/gold-note-is-10-streaming-vollverstaerker-schwarz-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785925002","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/goldnoteis10bl","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}