With 5 RCA inputs - plus 1 balanced, this superb and extremely well reviewed integrated amplifier has a bypass feature on the video input. This means that the preamplifier section can be bypassed if for example you choose to connect a home theatre processor. In addition it also has a pre-out feature allowing for the connection of an active subwoofer, a separate power amplifier or perhaps a pair of powered speakers. With its distinctive uncluttered looks the on/off switch is located on the left hand underside of the amplifier and as with all YBA products, the display brightness can be adjusted from the remote control. With an unusual volume level readout we would also encourage you to read the article on Understanding 0dB - also available in the download area.
When seeking out an integrated amplifier to give you everything you might want at a pleasantly affordable price, coupled with exceptional build quality and superb sonic performance, the new Genesis IA3 has to be a top contender. In addition to the Bluetooth connectivity supporting the latest aptX transfer protocol, the amplifier is also equipped with one S/PDIF (75 Ohm) COAXIAL digital input plus USB (24/192KHz). Digital inputs automatically adjust to any of the standard digital audio data rates from 16/44.1KHz to 24/192KHz. The pre-out provides for the addition of a separate power amplifier, an active subwoofer or perhaps a pair of active speakers. A digital output has also been added.
Passion integrated amplifiers have been award winners over the years and we feel sure that this latest model is guaranteed the same success. Staying with the uncluttered style synonymous with YBA, the front panel has simply an input and volume selector together with the phase and mute buttons found on the Signature and Passion preamplifiers. The turn on switch is cleverly concealed beneath the front left hand side of the amplifier. The source selector toggles between many different inputs - both analog and digital. The digital inputs include an S/PDIF (75 Ohm) COAXIAL digital input, a USB (24/192KHz) plus AES/EBU, I 2S, and iPod, all of which receive digital signals from separate digital components. The analog inputs include 2 RCA and 1 Balanced. All digital inputs automatically adjust to any of the standard digital-audio data-rates from 16/44.1Khz to 24/192Khz. The Passion IA350 also has a pre-out bypass feature, if, for example, you wish to connect an active subwoofer or active loudspeakers.
