Advance Paris A12 APEX

The APEX range is the result of the Advance Paris engineering team’s efforts to push the boundaries of our Classic range in terms of performance and functionality. The A12 APEX features the hybrid design of our flagship integrated amplifiers, with high power output (190W in Class A/B under 8 Ω) and the same musicality that is recognised worldwide. It has two power transformers to drive even the most demanding speakers on the market. To celebrate the brand’s 30th anniversary, we are presenting a special limited edition 30TH EDITION with a black finish. The A12 APEX combines timeless design with modern technology to deliver power, musicality and ease of use.

The sound magic of audio tubes

Music lovers will appreciate the warmth and richness of sound offered by these tubes, often compared to the timeless smoothness of vinyl. Thanks to its hybrid technology combining tubes and transistors, the A12 APEX transforms every listening experience into an immersive one, where each instrument stands out with precision and the subtlest nuances of the music come to life.

Want to spin a record?

Designed for discerning vinyl lovers, the A12 APEX takes care of MM and MC cells thanks to its integrated RIAA phono preamplifier. It ensures accurate correction curve and a balanced sound reproduction, to preserve the full analog richness of your recordings.

Compatible with your home-theater amplifier

Are you passionate about cinema, but don't want to give up the precision of Hi-Fi listening? Thanks to its AMP-IN inputs, the A12 APEX can be easily integrated into a home-cinema setup. It then provides amplification for your main left and right speakers, giving them pure Hi-Fi sound quality, far superior to that of a traditional AV amplifier.

Mono or stereo subwoofers

Correctly calibrated, the subwoofers enrich the bass register considerably, even in a demanding Hi-Fi configuration. The A12 APEX features two subwoofer outputs can be set in mono or stereo mode, to optimize bass coherence and spatialization for your system.

A-BTC compatibility

The dongle A-BTC offers full Bluetooth connectivity: simply connect your phone, tablet or computer to the’A12 APEX. It also makes it possible to Bluetooth headset connection, ideal for listening to your tunes or watching a movie in silence, without compromising on sound quality.

The ideal partner for your television

Thanks to its HDMI eARC input, amplifier A12 APEX connects directly to your TV for easy operation. The functions CEC ensure synchronization: when you switch on the TV, the amplifier also switches on, and the volume control is done directly from the TV remote control.

Key features

• Preamplifier with 2 ECC81/12AT7 tubes offering warm sound and great musicality.

• 2x190W Class A/B amplifier combining power and listening refinement with dual toroidal power supplies.

• High-Bias function activates double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at a higher power.

• Bluetooth aptX AD - LL option (A-BTC module): allows you to send music from your smartphone/tablet/computer to the A12 APEX or send sound from a source connected to the A12 APEX to Bluetooth headphones.

• Zone A and B: Dual speaker outputs.

Connections & sources

• 8 analogue inputs: (5x) RCA, (1x) Phono MM/MC, (2x) XLR

• 8 digital inputs: 3 optical, 3 coaxial, 1 USB for computer, 1 AES-EBU

• Bluetooth aptX AD - LL option (A-BTC module)

• 1 HDMI eARC socket with A12 APEX start-up when the TV is switched on and volume control

Functions & settings

• Settings: loudness, bass, treble, balance

• Automatic standby adjustable from 5 to 60 minutes

• Trigger IN/OUT to synchronise the switching on/off of a separate power amplifier

• Connection possible for 2 subwoofers + separate PRE-OUT output (RCA and XLR) and AMP-IN input (RCA)

• Fixed REC-OUT output for recorder (cassette, MD, etc.)

• 110-220V voltage selector

Advanced options

• High-Bias switch: activates double Class A bias to enjoy Class A at higher power levels.