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Soulnote
Established in 2004 as a premium home audio brand, Soulnote represents the culmination of expertise and passion from former Marantz Japan professionals. Led by Chief Sound Manager Hideki Kato, the company embodies a commitment to pushing the boundaries of audio fidelity. Soulnote's philosophy centres on prioritising dynamic performance, a principle that guides its innovative approach to audio engineering. This dedication to dynamic sound reproduction has led to the development of groundbreaking concepts such as non-oversampling (NOS) mode for PCM playback and non-negative feedback (NFB) circuits in amplifiers. By emphasising the subjective listening experience over traditional metrics, Soulnote delivers audio systems that resonate with emotion and authenticity, setting a new standard in high-fidelity audio reproduction.
The Soulnote A-2 v2 Integrated Amplifier marks a bold evolution of the acclaimed A-2, refining every aspect of its musical performance. Built around Soulnote’s signature non-negative feedback, fully balanced design, the new A-2 delivers even greater clarity, immediacy, and dynamic expression while retaining the natural openness that defines the brand.
The V2 features a completely reengineered output stage using high speed TO3P transistors, matched for precision and stability to achieve tighter control and effortless power delivery. A newly designed voltage amplification circuit and upgraded toroidal transformer further enhance current response, ensuring effortless drive across a wide range of loudspeakers. The result is greater musical authority and realism, with improved transparency from top to bottom.
Soulnote’s attention to mechanical resonance and signal purity remains uncompromising. The relay switched balanced attenuator provides ultra precise volume control, while the anti-resonant chassis and grounded transformer layout preserve every nuance of performance. Whether in standard stereo, bridged mono, or bi-amp mode, the A-2 v2 delivers music with stunning coherence, energy, and emotional depth, an amplifier that truly lets your system breathe.
he Soulnote Z-3 Network Transport is engineered to deliver outstanding digital audio performance, featuring proprietary technologies that set it apart in precision and clarity. Its advanced clocking system and custom circuit design minimise jitter and noise, ensuring pure signal transmission for high-resolution audio. Built with top-tier components, the Z-3 enhances the richness and detail of your music, offering an immersive listening experience that reflects Soulnote’s dedication to superior sound reproduction.
Designed to integrate seamlessly into high-end systems, the Z-3 pairs sleek aesthetics with cutting-edge engineering. Its proprietary non-feedback design ensures that digital signals are transmitted with impeccable accuracy, preserving the integrity of each track. Whether streaming from NAS, music servers, or online platforms, the Z-3 brings out the true potential of your digital music collection, combining technological innovation with refined performance.
The Soulnote A-3 Core Stereo Power Amplifier is a high-end audio device that delivers exceptional performance through cutting-edge technology and meticulous design. Featuring a fully balanced, non-negative feedback (NFB) circuit, the A-3 Core amplifies sound with remarkable purity and depth. With its powerful dual 700VA toroidal transformers and copper busbar heat sink, it provides robust power delivery and efficient cooling. These design choices eliminate interference and improve sound clarity, offering listeners a dynamic yet natural listening experience. The amplifier’s unique GND anchor system ensures grounding stability, further enhancing sonic precision.
This amplifier's structure is designed for minimal vibration, with unfixed elements like the amplifier block and casing using titanium sliders for improved sound quality. Its impressive frequency range of 2Hz to 200kHz and output of 120W per channel (into 4 ohms) ensures versatility, whether powering large speakers or creating a detailed, intimate audio scene. With its cutting-edge engineering and elegant design, the Soulnote A-3 Core delivers immersive, audiophile-grade performance
The Soulnote P-3 Pre-amplifier is a meticulously engineered piece of high-end audio equipment, crafted for discerning audiophiles. It features a fully balanced dual-monaural design, ensuring left and right channels are kept completely separate for maximum signal purity and clarity. Operating in Class A with no negative feedback, the P-3 provides an expansive, three-dimensional soundstage with incredibly natural sound reproduction. Its unique GND control system minimises noise and interference, while the high-grade internal components, including custom-made RSR relays and precision foil resistors, enhance audio transparency and detail.
Beyond its technical prowess, the P-3 is designed to mitigate mechanical interference, with floating construction and vibration-dampening spikes ensuring that sound is free from external distortions. With versatile input options, including XLR and RCA, and an intuitive volume control system, it seamlessly integrates into sophisticated audio systems. The P-3’s cutting-edge design and precision make it ideal for audiophiles seeking unmatched audio fidelity and dynamic range.
The Soulnote A-3 is a cutting-edge integrated amplifier from Japan's renowned Soulnote brand, known for its meticulous attention to sound quality and innovative design. As a part of Soulnote's Series 3, the A-3 integrates the technology from the P-3 preamplifier and M-3 monoblock power amplifiers, offering a fully analog, high-end solution with six inputs (3 XLR and 3 RCA). A key feature is its symmetrical design, where the right and left channels are kept completely separate, ensuring impeccable sound isolation. The amplifier's non-feedback circuit and single push-pull design provide precise music reproduction across a wide frequency range, delivering exceptional clarity and timing.
The A-3 also boasts a robust power supply, with two 700 VA toroidal transformers for each channel and advanced SiC diodes for fast, reliable performance. Its mechanical structure is equally impressive, with a three-point mounting system using titanium sliders to minimise vibrations, and its unique, unfixed design helps preserve sound integrity. Whether you're seeking high-fidelity sound or cutting-edge audio engineering, the Soulnote A-3 stands out as a premier choice.
The Soulnote D-3 D/A Converter stands as a flagship model in high-end audio, built for audiophiles seeking unparalleled sound quality. It utilises Soulnote's innovative ZERO LINK system, which eliminates the need for asynchronous circuits, enabling perfect synchronisation between the DAC and external transports. This ensures a pristine, jitter-free signal for superior sound clarity. The D-3's dual-monaural construction, with independent circuits, transformers, and power supplies for each audio channel, ensures a level of audio separation and fidelity that enhances the depth and realism of the soundstage.
With four ES9038PRO DAC chips, the D-3 delivers high-resolution audio with remarkable detail and dynamic range. It supports PCM up to 768kHz and DSD formats, and it allows users to enable Non-Oversampling (NOS) mode, which offers a more natural and authentic sound profile. Combined with discrete Type-R circuits and cutting-edge components like satellite-grade foil resistors, the D-3 is crafted for those who demand the finest in high-fidelity audio.
*Please note: The D-3 requires an external clock generator, such as the Soulnote X-3, to operate at its highest potential, ensuring minimal jitter and optimal sound performance. The matching X-3 clock is not supplied as standard, so please ensure you select the correct option below if its required.
The Soulnote S-3 Reference Super Audio CD Player represents cutting-edge digital audio technology with its innovative design and commitment to sonic purity. Built with a dual-monaural configuration, it employs discrete non-negative feedback (non-NFB) circuitry to deliver exceptional clarity, dynamic range, and detail. The device integrates a high-precision clock synchronisation system, including ZERO LINK technology, which eliminates jitter and provides seamless data transmission. This ensures an immersive, high-resolution sound experience, whether you are playing Super Audio CDs or utilising the onboard DAC to handle various digital inputs, including USB and AES/EBU.
The S-3 also boasts advanced analog circuitry using Type-R non-NFB components, which significantly reduce power noise, allowing the music to shine with vivid realism. Key features include four ES9038PRO DAC chips, foaming Teflon copper wiring, and independent grounding for its power transformers, ensuring a noise-free and distortion-free performance. The design also incorporates a unique spike-floating audio board and a high-grade SACD mechanism, all working together to create an unparalleled listening experience.
The Soulnote M-3 Monoblock Power Amplifier is a powerhouse designed for those who seek an unparalleled, emotionally engaging listening experience. Featuring a single push-pull output stage with Darlington can-type transistors, this amplifier eliminates common distortions associated with microscopic timing errors, providing exceptional clarity and musicality. Its design prioritises simplicity and performance, with just one set of XLR input terminals and speaker outputs, ensuring that the audio signal path remains pure and unadulterated.
Powered by a massive 1600VA toroidal transformer, the M-3 can deliver an impressive 80W into 8 ohms, 160W into 4 ohms, and 320W into 2 ohms, all while maintaining high-speed, non-negative feedback operation. Its unique construction includes copper plate heat sinks and a fully isolated chassis, which reduces vibrations and enhances transparency. With minimal internal components and a focus on delivering raw power and precision, the M-3 is the ideal choice for audiophiles seeking both emotional depth and technical excellence in their sound system.
*Priced per matched pair
The Soulnote X-3 is a highly advanced 10MHz clock generator, designed to elevate the precision and clarity of digital audio systems. It features a cutting-edge SC Cut ultra-low phase noise OCXO (oven-controlled crystal oscillator), known for its incredible stability and sound performance. This clock generator provides an exceptionally clean signal, eliminating jitter and enhancing timing accuracy, which significantly improves the detail and natural sound of high-end audio setups. The use of aerospace-grade components, such as naked foil resistors, further refines the signal for an extraordinary listening experience.
The X-3 is also built with a focus on delivering superior power isolation and vibration control. It employs a robust 200 VA toroidal transformer, typically found in high-power amplifiers, and incorporates Soulnote's unique non-NFB (negative feedback) power supply to ensure low noise and pure signal transmission. Its carefully engineered chassis minimises vibration and interference, using advanced materials like titanium washers and carbon dampers. This combination of high-end materials and innovative engineering makes the X-3 a premium choice for audiophiles seeking the ultimate performance from their digital systems.