Multi-Channel Stereophonic Amplifier
Pioneer VSA-AX10i inside
In 2001 Pioneer introduced the VSA-AX10, a new reference standard amplifier for high fidelity sound reproduction in the home. Since its launch it has won awards and accolades from audio experts all over the world who regard it to be the finest amplifier in its class.
The very latest incarnation of the AX10 is the new VSA-AX10i-S, featuring Pioneers revolutionary Advanced Resolution Digital Audio Interface. IEEE1394 - alternatively known as i.LINK or FireWire - is the new industry standard interface for the secure digital transmission of high-resolution audio from DVD-Audio and SACD sources. Pioneers state-of-the-art universal DVD player features an i.LINK output, while the VSA-AX10i-S now includes a matching i.LINK input for unprecedented fidelity when playing the latest music releases on DVD-Audio and SACD. With sufficient power delivery and transparency to preserve the enormous dynamic range and pure clarity of todays higher resolution digital recordings, the VSA-AX10i-S includes 7.1-channel line inputs and outputs for all requirements. Under the bonnet are 7 channels of power amplification for THX Surround EX and DTS Extended Surround A/V systems. And for high-end 5.1-channel systems the VSA-AX10i-Ss seven power amplifiers can be configured for bi-amping a systems main front left and right channels.

At Pioneer we describe it as a multi-channel stereophonic amplifier. At AIR Studios they call it their monitor reference. In your home youll hear your favourite stereo and multi-channel recordings as the professionals heard it at the mixing desk. The VSA-AX10i-S amplifier will be your monitor reference standard.

Key features VSA-AX10i-S
Digital-To-Digital Transmision via i.LINK
DTS-ES & DTS 96/24 Decoding
High-End 192kHZ/24-bit D/A Converters
Air Studios Monitor Reference
The Ultimate S/N Ratio for DVD-Audio
Advanced Multi-Channel Stereophonic Philosophy
THX Ultra 2 Certification
Power Output VSA-AX10i-S
Stereo (DIN) 2 x 170 W (6 Ohm, DIN 1 kHZ THD 1%)
Surround Front 2 x 170 W (6 Ohm, DIN 1 kHZ THD 1%)
Surround Centre 170 W (6 Ohm, DIN 1 kHZ THD 1%)
Rear (Surround) 2 x 170 W (6 Ohm, DIN 1 kHZ THD 1%)
Surround Back 2 x 170 W (6 Ohm, DIN 1 kHZ THD 1%)
Surround Sound VSA-AX10i-S
Dolby Digital Yes
Dolby Digital EX Yes
THX Surround EX Yes
DTS Yes
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 Yes
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 Yes
DTS Neo: 6 Yes
DTS 96/24 Yes
Dolby Pro Logic Yes
Dolby Pro Logic II Yes
THX Yes, THX Ultra 2
THX modes Cinema, Ultra2 Cinema, MusicMode
Surround Modes Advanced Cinema: Action, Musical, Drama, SCI-FI, Monofilm, 5-D/7-D Theater
Advanced Concert: Classical, Chamber, Jazz, Rock, Dance
Construction VSA-AX10i-S
3-D Space Frame Yes
Amplifier Design VSA-AX10i-S
Symmetrical Power Train Design Yes
Construction VSA-AX10i-S
Copper-Plated Chassis Yes
Direct Construction Advanced
Double Layer Chassis Yes
Transformer Stabiliser Yes
Amplifier Design VSA-AX10i-S
Accurate Imaging System Yes
Large Electrolytic Capacitors 33.000 F x 2
Thick Copper Bus-Bar Yes
Discrete Output A.D.E.MOSFET (all ch.) Yes
Front L & R Bi-Amplifier Function Yes
Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration System VSA-AX10i-S
Multi-channel Acoustic Calibration System Automatic
Microphone Yes
Acoustic Calibration EQ 9-band (Auto/Manual)
Auto Surround Set-Up Trim Yes
Auto Surround Set-Up Delay Yes
Speaker System Detection Yes
Reference Calibration Disc Yes
Audio Features VSA-AX10i-S
Digital Signal Processor Sharc 32-bit x 2, 48-bit (24-bit double precision)
D/A Converter 192 kHZ/24-Bit
(one for each CH)
A/D Converter 96 kHz/24-Bit (multi-channel + 2-channel))
Audio Scaler Yes
Precision Gain Management Volume Control Yes
Digital Noise Reduction Yes
Midnight Listening Mode Yes
Source Direct Yes
Bass/Treble Tone Controls Yes
Loudness Yes
Video Features VSA-AX10i-S
Video Signal Selector Yes
Video Converter Yes
Conveniences VSA-AX10i-S
On-Screen Display (GUI) Yes
Function Rename Yes
FL Dimmer Yes, 4 steps
Remote Control VSA-AX10i-S
Remote Control type LCD Touch Panel - Preset & Learning
Multi-Operation (Macro) Yes
Source Control: DVD, Satelite Tuner, MCD, DTV
Terminals VSA-AX10i-S
i.LINK 2
Multi-Channel Input 7.1 ch
RF Input for Dolby Digital (Demodulator) Yes
Digital Audio Input 8 (assign)
Digital Coaxial input 3
Digital Optical input 5 (Front-in incl.)
Digital Audio Output (Optical) 2
Audio/Video Output 2A / 3AV + 2V
Phono Input Yes
Pre-amp Output Yes, All (7.1 ch)
A/V Input on Front Yes
SR (System Remote) Terminal Yes (In/Out)
Speaker A/B Versatile speaker configuration
Large Speaker Terminals Yes (All)
Amplifier Specifications VSA-AX10i-S
Rated Power Output 150W +150W (20 - 20kHz, 0.09%, 6 Ohm)
Input (Sensitivity/Imp.): PHONO (MM) 4,7 mV / 47 kOhm
Input (Sensitivity/Imp.): LINE 382 mV / 47 kOhm
Frequency Response: PHONO (MM) 20 - 20.000 Hz ( ,03 dB)
Frequency Response: LINE 5 - 100.000 Hz (+0 dB, -3 dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: PHONO (MM) (DIN) 70/68 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: LINE (DIN) 93/73 dB
Video Specifications VSA-AX10i-S
Input (Sensitivity/Impedance) 1 V p-p / 75 Ohm
Frequency Response Component Video (720p compatible) 5 Hz - 40MHz (+ 0dB, -3dB)
Miscellaneous VSA-AX10i-S
Power Requirements AC 220 - 230 V (UK 230 V) 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption 660 Watt
Power Consumption in standby mode 0.65
Dimensions (W x H x D) 440 x 203 x 476 mm
Weight 29,8 kg


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