Aavik U-288 All-In-One Integrated Amplifier/DAC/Streamer
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Product Overview & Specifications
The Aavik U-288 is a high-performance all-in-one integrated amplifier from Audio Group Denmark’s Unity U-x88 series. Drawing design principles and acoustic heritage from Aavik’s flagship 880 series, the U-288 seamlessly integrates a high-resolution network streamer, an advanced digital-to-analog converter (DAC), a precision line-stage preamplifier, and a powerful stereo power amplifier into a single, low-resonance chassis engineered for zero hysteresis and minimal inductance.
Delivering 2 x 300 Watts into 8 Ohms (2 x 600 Watts into 4 Ohms), the power amplifier stage handles dynamic peaks and demanding loudspeaker loads effortlessly via a sine-wave Resonant Mode Power Supply. The digital section processes high-resolution audio up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz, native DSD128, and full MQA decoding via USB, BNC, TOSLINK, and network streaming. Supported by Audio Group Denmark’s proprietary noise-reduction technologies—including 72 active Tesla coils, 144 active square PCB Tesla coils, 8 Anti-Aerial Resonance Coils, and 6 analog dither circuits—the U-288 lowers the noise floor to expose incredible micro-detail, acoustic depth, and natural musicality.
KEY FEATURES & PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGIES
- All-in-One Unity Architecture: Integrates a high-definition streamer, DAC, line-stage preamplifier, and 300W/ch power amplifier within a unified, non-magnetic chassis.
- High-Power Class D Output Stage: Delivers 2 x 300 Watts RMS into 8 Ohms and 2 x 600 Watts RMS into 4 Ohms with massive current reserves and precise speaker control.
- Comprehensive Digital & High-Res File Support: USB UAC 2.0 input supports up to PCM 32-bit/384kHz, DSD64/DSD128, and MQA decoding, alongside BNC S/PDIF and Optical TOSLINK inputs.
- Ansuz Active Noise Reduction Architecture: Outfitted with 72 active Tesla coils and 144 active square PCB Tesla coils to actively eliminate power supply noise, spikes, and voltage fluctuations.
- 8 Anti-Aerial Resonance Coils: Specialized Tesla coils designed to counteract airborne radio frequency (RF) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) inside the enclosure.
- 6 Active Analog Dither Circuits: Radar-derived anti-phase dither frequency technology that systematically lowers the background noise floor to reveal subtle ambient details.
- Resonant Mode Power Supply & Pre-Out: Resonant power supply provides clean sine-wave energy, complemented by a 7.5V RMS max RCA pre-output stage for flexible bi-amping or subwoofer integration.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Category | All-In-One Integrated Amplifier / DAC / Streamer / Preamplifier |
| Brand / Series | Aavik Acoustics (Audio Group Denmark) — U-x88 Series |
| Model Designation | U-288 |
| Power Output | 2 x 300 W RMS @ 8 Ohms | 2 x 600 W RMS @ 4 Ohms |
| Analog Line Inputs | Max 4.5V RMS (Line 1) | Max 6.5V RMS (Line 2) | Input Impedance: 10 kΩ |
| Digital Inputs & Decoding | 1x USB UAC 2.0 (PCM 32-bit/384kHz, MQA, DSD64, DSD128) 1x BNC S/PDIF (PCM 24-bit/192kHz, MQA) 1x Optical TOSLINK (PCM 24-bit/192kHz, MQA) |
| Preamplifier Line Output | 1 Pair Stereo RCA Pre-Out (Max Output: 7.5V RMS | Output Impedance: 50 Ω) |
| Ansuz Active Noise Reduction | 72 Active Tesla Coils | 144 Active Square PCB Tesla Coils | 8 Anti-Aerial Resonance Coils | 6 Analog Dither Circuits |
| Chassis Design & Materials | Low-Resonance Composite Enclosure with Zero Hysteresis & Low Inductance Architecture |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440 x 430 x 116 mm (17.3" x 16.9" x 4.6") |
| Net Weight | 22.8 kg (50.3 lbs) |
| Origin | Handcrafted in Denmark |
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