Pioneer A40AE Amplifier
This latest integrated amplifier design features optimised power supply/output circuit blocks, as well as parts layout. The result is excellent signal transfer and high S/N ratio. Additionally, the A-40AE adopts the newly developed Direct Energy Construction, which supplies power to the substrate by layering a separate substrate for the shortest possible power supply path via wire. This is because wires have inductance components and are likely to cause noise. With this significant revision, signal loss and noise can be further reduced to deliver audio with a wide sound field and clear sound image.
Unusually for an integrated amplifier the A-40AE has a power amp direct terminal so you can connect an external pre-amplifier, and use the component as a power amplifier in a multichannel setup.
The optical and coaxial digital inputs let you connect your TV or other audio players and enjoy quality sound. Hi-Res Audio is also supported, with the capacity to process up to 192 kHz sampling rates.
The main power supply capacitor design, which has a large effect on determining an amplifier’s audio quality, was developed in collaboration with ELNA. The Pioneer logo on the sleeve shows that it is an exclusive pure audio capacitor
The A-40AE is equipped with a phono input (MM) terminal, letting you connect a turntable for enjoying quality audio performance from vinyl records.
Build quality was also a priority with an aluminium fascia and volume control lending an air of quality to this highly specified amplifier.