bel canto Black EX Integrated Amplifier

Premium Design and Versatility

The bel canto Black EX Integrated amplifier is an all-in-one, high-performance component encased in a custom-plated, high-grade aluminium chassis. This amplifier combines a high-quality DAC with proprietary amplification technology, offering outstanding audio output. Equipped with flexible connectivity options, it seamlessly supports various sources, including MQA, Roon, and DSD, and features an internal programmable phono stage. This makes the black EX Integrated an ideal choice for those seeking convenience without compromising on performance.

Innovative Integration and Sound Quality

Based on the pioneering ACI 600, the Black EX Integrated takes integration to a new level, enhancing synergy and optimising performance. The streamlined design of its input, DAC, and amplifier sections creates an efficient signal path, minimising the complexities associated with separate components. With Bel Canto’s advanced HDR-II DAC core, AMiP input, and a custom high-power amplifier rated at 250/500 watts, each input is crafted to deliver unfiltered sound from any source. Whether streaming through Ethernet or USB, using digital and line-level inputs, or connecting subwoofers, this amplifier provides a seamless audio experience.

Control

The EX Integrated offers intuitive controls for both audio source management and system functions, accessible via a dial on the front, an IR remote, or the custom iOS SEEK app on iPhone or iPad. A fully programmable display provides real-time system status, displaying source information, volume, and metadata for streaming content. With its easy-to-read display and multiple control options, users can effortlessly manage all functions, ensuring a smooth listening experience from any location in the room.

Exceptional Digital and Analogue Performance

All source inputs are asynchronously re-clocked using Bel Canto’s custom ULN master clock circuitry, which reduces jitter and distortion. The advanced segment DAC offers under 0.001% distortion and 126dB dynamic range, preserving audio quality from all sources. Asynchronous Ethernet and USB-A inputs support high-resolution files up to 24 bits at 192 kHz, including MQA and DSD64. Additionally, the integrated phono stage supports a wide range of cartridges and includes programmable settings for optimised analogue performance. A front headphone jack offers high-quality sound for headphones, allowing listeners to toggle between headphones and main speakers with ease.

SEEK App for Your Streaming Deslight

Bel Canto’s SEEK Controller app enables effortless musical discovery and control through a UPnP/DLNA iOS platform, integrating seamlessly with TIDAL, Qobuz, and vTuner internet radio. With SEEK, users can manage playlists, favourite tracks, and global stations from their devices without leaving their listening positions. The app also connects to Dropbox and OneDrive for cloud-stored music and supports USB-A storage. SEEK adds flexibility, enabling users to create a smart home audio hub by grouping streaming products across the network, ensuring a powerful, centralised audio experience for all music sources.

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