Quad Platina Integrated Amplifier

Quad Platina Integrated A dual-mono class-AB integrated amplifier with 200 Wpc into 8 ohms, an ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC, MM/MC phonostage, HDMI ARC, USB-C, and a dedicated headphone amp The Quad Platina Integrated is the centerpiece of the Platina series, designed for listeners who want real amplifier authority along with the digital flexibility modern systems demand. It combines substantial power, broad source compatibility, and Quad’s restrained industrial design in a component that can anchor anything from a serious two-channel setup to a more contemporary mixed analog-digital system. Its dual-mono class-AB amplifier section delivers 200 Wpc into 8 ohms and 300 Wpc into 4 ohms, giving the Platina Integrated the current delivery and control needed for a wide range of loudspeakers. Quad complements that muscle with an ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC supporting high-resolution PCM and DSD playback, plus a low-noise MM/MC phonostage with selectable gain, so both digital and vinyl sources get taken seriously. For daily use, the Platina Integrated is unusually complete. Balanced and single-ended analog inputs, HDMI ARC, USB-C, coaxial and optical digital inputs, preamp outputs, digital outputs, and a current-feedback headphone stage make it easy to build around. Add the crisp 4.3-inch IPS display, machined aluminum controls, and disciplined rear-panel layout, and you have an amplifier that feels fully thought through rather than feature-stuffed. Power With Control The dual-mono class-AB design is about more than headline wattage. Separate channel architecture helps the Platina Integrated maintain composure, image stability, and dynamic grip when the music gets demanding, which is exactly what you want from an integrated amplifier at this level. Digital Done Right Quad uses the ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC to handle high-resolution digital playback with the kind of precision and low-noise performance serious listeners expect. Support for PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512 gives the amplifier genuine format flexibility, while HDMI ARC and USB-C make it easy to integrate both television audio and computer-based playback without kludgy workarounds. Vinyl and Headphone Capability Built In The dedicated MM/MC phonostage includes selectable gain settings, making the Platina Integrated a legitimate choice for vinyl listeners rather than a box-checking afterthought. The current-feedback headphone amplifier follows the same logic, providing a more serious personal-listening option with wide bandwidth and very low distortion. Classic Design, Modern Execution The Platina Integrated carries Quad’s design language into a modern reference-style integrated. The rigid chassis, clean geometry, gold-plated connectors, tactile machined aluminum knobs, and full-view IPS display give it the right balance of elegance, usability, and long-term ownership appeal. About Quad Founded in London in 1936 by Peter Walker, Quad has built its reputation on disciplined engineering, practical design, and the enduring goal Walker described as “the closest approach to the original sound.” Originally focused on amplifiers and public-address equipment, the company moved to Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, in 1941, where Quad’s British engineering, service, and development remain centered today. Quad’s history includes some of the most important products in British hi-fi, from the Quad II amplifier and the 33/303 preamp and power amplifier combination to the 405 current-dumping amplifier. In 1957, Quad introduced the world’s first production full-range electrostatic loudspeaker, establishing a loudspeaker lineage that continues through generations of ESL designs. Today, Quad continues to balance heritage and renewal, developing electronics and loudspeakers that respect the company’s classic design values while addressing modern listening habits. Across its amplifiers, digital components, and loudspeakers, Quad remains defined by clarity, restraint, and engineering purpose. Features Dual-mono class-AB integrated amplifier 200 Wpc into 8 ohms 300 Wpc into 4 ohms ESS Sabre ES9038PRO DAC Supports PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512 Dedicated MM/MC phonostage Selectable phono gain settings of 46 dB, 52 dB, and 60 dB Current-feedback headphone amplifier HDMI ARC input PC USB input via USB-C Two coaxial and two optical digital inputs Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA analog inputs Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs Optical and coaxial digital outputs 4.3" 800 x 480 full-view IPS LCD display Gold-plated rear-panel connectors 12 V trigger connectivity Available in black or silver Included Accessories Power cord Remote control User manual Specifications Amplifier Topology: Dual-mono class-AB Power Output (8 Ohms): 200 Wpc Power Output (4 Ohms): 300 Wpc DAC: ESS Sabre ES9038PRO Maximum PCM Resolution: 768 kHz Maximum DSD Resolution: DSD512 Frequency Response (±0.3 dB): 20 Hz–20 kHz Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.0008% (1 kHz, 100 W into 8 ohms) Signal-To-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): > 112 dB Phono Stage: MM/MC Phono Gain Settings: 46 dB, 52 dB, 60 dB Display: 4.3" 800 x 480 full-view IPS LCD Analog Inputs: 2 RCA pairs, 1 XLR pair, 1 phono input Digital Inputs: 2 coaxial, 2 optical, 1 PC USB-C, 1 HDMI ARC Outputs: 1 RCA pair, 1 XLR pair, 1 coaxial, 1 optical, 1 stereo speaker binding post pair, 1 12 V trigger Finish Options: Black, Silver Dimensions (HLW): 5.3" x 13.7" x 17.52" (134.5 mm x 348 mm x 445 mm) Weight: 37.7 lb. (17.1 kg)