The Esoteric F-02 Integrated Amplifier, part of the distinguished F Series, blends the preeminent Grandioso "X" Edition technologies into a singular, seamless audio component. This high-performance amplifier not only matches but often surpasses the capabilities of separate amp setups, delivering a sonic experience that is both expansive and intricately detailed.
Key Features
[Preamplifier Section]
A fully balanced dual mono preamp in the direct line of the Grandioso C1X
"Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System", a stepped attenuator circuit developed by Esoteric
Volume can be adjusted in 0.1dB/1,120* steps with our proprietary attenuator module "UFA-1792" *Preamp gain setting: at +12dB
3 inputs of “ES-Link Analog”, a unique and proprietary current transmission system
Two headphone outputs (balanced 4-pin XLR / unbalanced 6.3mm) with built-in fully balanced dual mono headphone amplifier
Dual mono phonostage preamp (RCA x 1, MM/MC)
3-band balanced tone control, independently adjustable for each input source
ES-Link Analog(x1) /XLR (x1) pre-out for connecting the S-05 as an external power amplifier
Dedicated DC power connector for connecting the PS-01F external power supply dedicated to the built-in preamp
Preamp gain can be adjusted in 4 steps (0/+6/+12/+18dB) to match the connected power amplifier
[Amplifier Section]
Simple and straightforward circuit design concept based on Grandioso M1X
120 WPC/8Ω
Excellent power linearity and driving power (240 WPC/4Ω)
All stages of the power rectification and smoothing circuit are configured with dual monaural design
Powerful bipolar transistor 3-parallel push-pull configuration
Huge 940VA EI core power transformer
Channel-independent Grandioso grade custom block capacitors (10,000μF x 4/ch)
Custom wave-shaped heat sinks to reduce peak resonance
[Other Features]
Independently adjustable input gains (±18dB; 0.1dB steps)
L/R channel balance (0.1dB steps)
AV through output (volume bypass) ensures seamless coexistence with AV systems
Aluminum body remote controller (RC-1339) can also be used to operate Esoteric's SACD players and network players
Displayed source device names can be programed
Mute, dimmer and automatic display-off functions
Control functions (RS-232C, trigger input / output)
Spec description:
Speaker output rated output power 120W + 120W (8Ω) 240W + 240W (4Ω)
Compatible speaker impedance 4Ω
Speaer terminal 1 set (L/R)
Analog audio inputs
ES-Link Analog/XLR 3 pairs
Input impedance 10kΩ (XLR)
RCA 3 pairs
Input impedance 10kΩ
PHONO 1 pair (MM/MC switchable)
Input impedance
MM 47kΩ
MC 100Ω
Analog audio outputs
ES-Link Analog 1 pair
XLR 1 pair
Output impedance 100Ω
Headphone outputs
Standard 6.3mm (¼) stereo jack 1
4-pin XLR jack 1
Maximum effective output
Unbalanced 300mW + 300mW (into 32Ω)
Balanced 600mW + 600mW (into 32Ω)
Applicable load impedance
Umbalanced 16 to 600Ω
Balanced 32 to 600Ω
Extrenal controls
RS-232C 1
DC trigger input (TRIGGER IN) 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack)
DC trigger output (TRIGGER OUT) 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack)
General
Power supply
Model for US/Canada AC 120V, 60Hz
Model for Europe/Hong Kong AC 230V, 50Hz
Power consumption 280W
110W (no sginal)
Standby power 0.3W (when RC-232C is OFF)
0.6W (when RC-232C is ON)
Overall dimensions (W×H×D) 445 × 191 × 471mm (including protrusions)
Weight 32.4kg
Included accessories Power cord × 1
Remote control (RC-1339) × 1
Batteries (AA) × 2
Felt pads × 4
Owner’s manual × 1
Warranty card × 1
