







Esoteric F-01 Reference Class A Stereo Integrated Amplifier
The Esoteric F-01 Class A Integrated Amplifier is a reference-grade amplifier that combines the purity of Grandioso “X” Edition technologies with the convenience of an integrated design. It features a fully balanced dual mono preamp, an Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System with 0.1dB precision, ES-Link Analog current transmission, and a high-power Class A amplifier section delivering 30W into 8Ω. With its massive dual mono power supply, 940VA transformer, and Grandioso-grade capacitors, it delivers the authority of separate amplifiers while maintaining the elegance of a single unit. Luxurious mechanical construction, balanced headphone outputs, a dual mono phonostage, and system expandability with the PS-01F power supply or S-05 amplifier make the F-01 the ultimate integrated solution for audiophiles seeking uncompromising performance.
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Specifications
Esoteric F-01 Reference Class A Stereo Integrated Amplifier
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model |
F-01 |
| Rated output power |
30W + 30W (8Ω, Class A), 60W + 60W (4Ω) |
| Compatible speaker impedance |
4Ω |
| Speaker terminal |
1 set (L/R) |
| Analog audio inputs es-link analog/xlr |
3 pairs |
| Analog audio inputs input impedance xlr |
10kΩ |
| Analog audio inputs rca |
3 pairs |
| Analog audio inputs input impedance rca |
10kΩ |
| Analog audio inputs phono |
1 pair (MC/MM switchable) |
| Analog audio inputs input impedance mm |
47kΩ |
| Analog audio inputs input impedance mc |
100Ω |
| Analog audio outputs es-link analog |
1 pair |
| Analog audio outputs xlr |
1 pair |
| Analog audio outputs output impedance |
100Ω |
| Headphone outputs standard 6.3mm stereo jack |
1 |
| Headphone outputs 4-pin xlr jack |
1 |
| Maximum effective output unbalanced |
300mW + 300mW (into 32Ω) |
| Maximum effective output balanced |
600mW + 600mW (into 32Ω) |
| Applicable load impedance unbalanced |
16 to 600Ω |
| Applicable load impedance balanced |
32 to 600Ω |
| External controls rs-232c |
1 |
| External controls dc trigger input (trigger in) |
1 (3.5mm mono mini jack) |
| External controls dc trigger output (trigger out) |
1 (3.5mm mono mini jack) |
| Power consumption |
255W |
| Power consumption (no signal) |
230W |
| Standby power rc-232c off |
0.3W |
| Standby power rc-232c on |
0.6W |
| Overall dimensions (w×h×d) |
445 × 191 × 471mm (including protrusions) |
| Weight |
32.2kg |
| Frequency response |
10Hz to 100kHz (0dB/–3.0dB, 1W output) |
| S/n ratio |
104dB (IHF-A) |
| Total harmonic distortion |
0.008% (1kHz, 8Ω, 30W) |
| Damping factor |
500 |
| Preout s/n ratio xlr, rca inputs |
110dB (1V out) |
| Preout s/n ratio phono mm input |
97dB (1V out) |
| Preout s/n ratio phono mc input |
78dB (1V out) |
| Gain preamp |
Maximum 18dB (adjustable, when volume at maximum) |
| Gain power amplifier |
28.5dB |
| Tone control treble |
±12dB (14kHz) |
| Tone control middle |
±12dB (630Hz) |
| Tone control bass |
±12dB (63Hz) |
| 4-pin xlr headphone pin 1 |
L + |
| 4-pin xlr headphone pin 2 |
L – |
| 4-pin xlr headphone pin 3 |
R + |
| 4-pin xlr headphone pin 4 |
R – |
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