Bel Canto E1x A500

E1X A500 Analog Integrated Amplifier

The E1X A500 Integrated amplifier is designed in a sleek all-aluminum chassis using our unique constrained layer damping that provides the highest quality anti-vibration platform for high-power amplification. The E1X discrete SSHC (Single Stage High Current) input amplifier and output stage are combined with switch mode power that produces 250W 8 ohms and 500W into 4 ohms per channel, communicating the full musical message

The E1X A500 Integrated amplifier combines the finest fully balanced analog preamp with high-powered stereo amplification in a constrain layer E1X aluminum chassis. Designed to support the finest source components with balanced and single-ended analog inputs combined with high-powered stereo amplification. The precision volume control lets you dial in the level to drive the most complex or efficient speaker with ultra-low noise power. The combination is dynamic and detailed.

The Ultra-low distortion and noise performance is the result of a fully balanced internal architecture and discrete high current output buffers that provide a compelling combination of dynamic resolution, impact, and years of design experience.

125dB Dynamic Range preserves all recorded information

• Distortion below 0.001% for pure sound
• High current discrete custom output buffers

The high efficiency of Class D eliminates thermal modulation, making the E1X integrated amplifier resistant to output stage bias wander and sonic ghosting. The output power devices are operating as efficient switches, in that few output devices are needed to deliver considerable audio power. The E1X Amplifier is designed with ultra-short signal paths and uses the absolute minimum number of output devices to deliver over 500 watts of audio power without loss of dynamics, remaining true to the audio source.

The fully balanced preamplifier stage is designed using precision resistors and custom low noise triple isolated power transformer to maintain the optimal signal balance to the amplifier that achieves the lowest noise and distortion levels possible.

• 2 Pair XLR balanced inputs
• 4 High Quality Cardas custom RCA Inputs
• 1 Pair Independently Buffered XLR and RCA Outputs
• WBT NextGen speaker post
• Independent Headphone output

Key Highlights

The E1X A500 Integrated Amplifier delivers powerful, controlled performance through a rigid, all-aluminum, low-vibration chassis. Its discrete SSHC input stage, high-current output design, and advanced switch-mode power supply provide 250W into 8 ohms and 500W into 4 ohms—preserving clarity, drive, and musical detail at any volume.