{"product_id":"goldnoteis10si","title":"Gold Note IS-10 Streaming Integrated Amplifier, Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gold Note IS-10 is a compact streaming integrated amplifier that brings together a Class D power amp, a high-resolution DAC, a network streamer and a headphone amplifier in one half-width chassis.\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 gear. In Silver, the brushed aluminum looks bright and classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the IS-10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it packs a surprising amount of system into very little space. The Class D power stage delivers 90 watts into 8Ω (140W into 4Ω) while staying cool and efficient. The AKM AK4493 DAC handles PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz and DSD up to DSD256, the network streamer pulls 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 unit, one power cable – and really all you still need are speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clever part is how it scales up: you can later pair the IS-10 with a Gold Note PA-10 EVO to form a mono pair – each unit then drives one channel, turning the compact all-in-one into a powerful two-box system with up to 280W into 8Ω, while still only taking 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 under control, drives normal living-room speakers with ease and stays quietly in the background while doing it. 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 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 possible space – in the living room, the study, or as an elegant headphone station. Bottom line: the IS-10 has no phono input; its two analog inputs are line level. For a turntable you'll therefore need an external phono stage (e.g. the Gold Note PH-10). If vinyl is firmly part of your plan and you'd rather have everything in one unit, 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 chassis suggests: 90W into 8Ω, 140W into 4Ω. Class D means the IS-10 stays cool and draws little power while doing it. If that's not enough for you later, pair it with a PA-10 EVO to form a 280W mono pair.\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 amp, DAC, streamer and headphone amplifier in one half-width chassis, built by hand in Italy. We at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil set the unit up completely – network, streaming services and speaker matching – and show you how you can 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 amplifier (half-width chassis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 2× 90W into 8Ω, 2× 140W into 4Ω; in mono mode with PA-10 EVO up to 280W into 8Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD\/A converter: AKM AK4493\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): 0.001% (1kHz @ 1W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported formats: PCM up to 32-bit\/384kHz, 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\u003eAnalog inputs: 2× RCA (line level; no phono)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: 1× coaxial, 2× optical (TOS-Link) up to 24-bit\/192kHz, 1× USB-A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: speaker terminals; 1× RCA pre-\/subout (variable, also usable as mono output for PA-10 EVO); 6.3mm headphone (two gain settings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: remote control, GN-Control app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby consumption: \u0026lt; 1W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 200 × 80 × 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4kg\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 a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The IS-10's two analog 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: 90W into 8Ω or 140W into 4Ω easily drive normal bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. For very large rooms or especially 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 (6.3mm) 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 speakers to match, and give you honest advice on whether the IS-10 is enough or a larger unit makes more sense. As an experienced team in Wädenswil, we're also here for you after the purchase.\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 other sources from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streaming\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/a\u003e selection. 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":52989509501264,"sku":"304447","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-silber-frontansicht.jpg?v=1785925003","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/goldnoteis10si","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}