GOLD NOTE P-1000 Mk II High End Stereo Preamplifier Owner’s Manual

GOLD NOTE P-1000 Mk II High-End Stereo Preamplifier

Product Information

The Italian Music Experience P-1000 is a high-end stereo preamplifier designed for high-demand audio systems. It is an innovative Class-A preamplifier that offers a complete and immersive music experience. The P-1000 features a new proprietary Six Gain Stage project developed in Gold Note labs, ensuring exceptional audio quality. It also comes with a Relays &Optical Encoder volume control for precise and smooth volume adjustments.

The P-1000 is powered by a Triple Linear Transformer PSU, providing clean and stable power to enhance audio performance. It offers ten independent analog stereo inputs, including five fully balanced XLR inputs and five RC inputs. Additionally, the P-1000 can be optionally equipped with a digital input for versatile connectivity.

This preamplifier belongs to a new era of electronics that combines performance with advanced technology to deliver the best possible musical experience. With its color display, the P-1000 offers intuitive and easy control. All settings can be conveniently selected from the main screen without the need for navigating through complex submenus. The unit can also be updated via computer using the USB port, ensuring future compatibility and enhancements.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

Before using the P-1000 preamplifier, please read and follow these safety precautions:

• Do not expose the appliance to rain or moisture to prevent fire or shock hazard.
• Do not remove the cover or back of the preamplifier as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified Gold Note service personnel for any service or repairs.
• Avoid disassembling any part of the product or using it for purposes other than intended.
• Protect the preamplifier from rain, humidity, and heat sources. Keep it away from electric and electronic motors.
• Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. Gold Note does not take responsibility for any improper use of the preamplifier.
• Record the model and serial number located on the rear panel of the appliance and retain them for your records.

Electrical Safety

Ensure electrical safety by following these guidelines:

• Use a grounding type plug with two blades and a third grounding prong for safety.
• If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, especially at plugs, convenience receptacles, and where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only the recommended cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
• When using a cart, exercise caution to avoid injury from tip-over when moving the cart/apparatus combination.
• Unplug the preamplifier during lightning storms or when it is unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel if the apparatus has been damaged, exposed to rain or moisture, or does not operate normally.

Specifications

• Model: P-1000
• Analog Inputs: 10 (5 XLR, 5 RC)
• Digital Input: Optional
• Power Supply: Triple Linear Transformer PSU
• Volume Control: Relays & Optical Encoder
• Display: Color Display
• Update Capability: USB Port

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the P-1000 preamplifier with my digital audio sources?

A: The P-1000 preamplifier can be optionally equipped with a digital input, allowing you to connect and enjoy your digital audio sources.

Q: How do I update the P-1000 preamplifier?

A: You can update the P-1000 preamplifier by connecting it to your computer using the USB port. This allows you to keep the preamplifier up to date with the latest enhancements and compatibility improvements.

Q: Can I use any power cord with the P-1000 preamplifier?

A: No, it is recommended to use only the power cord supplied with the unit. Using other power cords may result in improper operation or damage to the preamplifier.

Q: How many analog inputs does the P-1000 preamplifier have?

A: The P-1000 preamplifier offers ten independent analog stereo inputs, including five fully balanced XLR inputs and five RC inputs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING!

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER ONLY TO QUALIFIED GOLD NOTE SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR SERVICE

• Do not disassemble any part of the product.
• Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
• For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
• Protect the product from rain and humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and electronic motors etc.
• The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit.
• Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

1. Read these instructions and store them.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow the instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block the ventilation openings and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plug: a polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way (such as when the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture) and in any case when the apparatus does not operate normally or has been dropped.

INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES

Designed for high demanding audio systems P-1000 is the new complete High-End audio Preamplifier for real music lovers, an innovative Class-A preamplifier born from a new proprietary Six Gain Stage project developed in our labs and with Relays & Optical Encoder volume control.

Completing the 1000 line of electronics, the P-1000 is powered by a Triple Linear Transformer PSU and features ten independent analog stereo inputs: five fully balanced XLR and five RC, optionally it can even feature a digital input.

P-1000 belongs to a new era of electronics where performance is combined with technology to offer the best possible musical experience and to be easily controlled: with its color display, P-1000 is as easy as it gets: all the settings can be selected from the main screen without annoying submenus for quick and precise fine adjustments, and the unit can be updated via computer through the USB port.

The sophisticated volume control matched with the exclusive Six Single Gain stages and Gold Note UltraBalanced technology is crucial to achieving incredible low distortion and extended linear bandwidth for true superior musicality.

To perfectly reproduce old recordings, the preamp can be set to Mono/Stereo, it also allows the Left/Right channel swap to enable the reproduction of inverted recordings and can swap the absolute phase 0°/180°. The Over-Boost function has been developed to drive speakers that require robust power to achieve enough energy in the lower range of frequencies.

As all Gold Note electronics, P-1000 can be enhanced with external dedicated units, like the tube output stages TUBE1006/1012 and the power supply units PSU1000 for ultimate performances

MODERN HIGH-END AUDIO PREAMPLIFIER

P-1000 is a fully balanced Class-A preamplifier with virtually zero distortion and Relays/Optical Volume control.

10 INDEPENDENT INPUTS

P-1000 features 10 independent stereo inputs: 5 balanced XLR and 5 RCA, plus an additional digital input available on demand.

ULTRA-BALANCED SIX GAIN STAGES DESIGN

The exclusive Six Single Gain stage combined with our UltraBalanced technology allows low distortion and incredible linear bandwidth extension for superior musicality.

FINE CONTROL & FUNCTIONS

P-1000 stores in memory settings and volume levels for every single audio input to allow a better experience and quick adjustments. It also features a large amount of functions, like: Mono/Stereo, Left/Right channel swap, Absolute Phase Swap, Over-boost, fine Balance tuning.

SPECIFICATION AND CONNECTIVITY

• SPECIFICATION
  • Dimensions: 430mm L x 130mm H x 375mm D
  • Total weight: 15 Kg
  • Frequency response: 2Hz-200kHz @ +/-3dB THD – Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.001% @ 1kHz
  • Gain: +20dB – 10V
  • Signal to Noise ratio: -120dB
  • Channel Separation: >118dB
  • Volume: 0.5dB steps
  • Stereo/Mono: Selectable
  • Absolute Phase: 0°/180°
  • Channel Left/Right Swap: Selectable
  • Overboots: adjustable in 2 position and OFF
• POWER
  • Main supply: 100/115/230V, 50/60Hz, depending on market destination and not convertible.
  • Power supply: Dual Mono Ultra Linear triple transformer (one dedicated transformer for system functions)
  • Power consumption: 30W max
• UPGRADES
  • TUBE-1006/1012: Class-A 6/12 Tubes output stages with Dual
  • Mono/inductive tube power supply.
  • PSU-1000
  • External AC filter: Gold Note Arno AC distributor.
  • Other: Gold Note Lucca power chord.
• AUDIO OUTPUT
  • XLR balanced
  • RCA unbalanced
  • Output Level: 16Vrms on XLR & 8Vrms on RCA max.
  • Output Impedance: <10Ω
• AUDIO INPUT
  • AnalogueInput:5StereoXLRbalanced&5StereoRCAunbalanced
  • Digital Input (optional): TOS or Coax PCM 24/192kHz
  • Input Level: 10Vrms on RCA
  • Input Impedance: 100kΩ

FRONT & REAR PANEL

P-1000 CONTROL KNOB

TURNING P-1000 On/Off:

to turn on/off the device, press and hold the knob for 3 seconds.

CONTROLLING P-1000

1. STEP 1 – adjusting the volume:
   The volume level can be easily and quickly adjusted through the knob: turn it clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease it.
   If the selection frame is active (visible in white or red), wait 3 seconds until it disappear, once the selection frame is disappeared, then simply turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the volume.

2. STEP 2 – select a function:
   To select a function, turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired function is highlighted in white by the white frame. (see fig. 1).

3. STEP 3 – modify a function:
   To modify a function, press the knob once and the active selection will become highlighted in red (see fig. 2)
   To set a value, turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired value is selected and press again the knob to confirm it. Now the value has been saved and you can proceed to select another function or get back to the volume selection.

NOTICE:
Every change will affect the device and the sound system only after the choice is applied (that happens after the second push on the knob as the highlight frame turns white)

DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

REMOTE CONTROL

WARRANTY & SERVICE

WARRANTY

To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note internet website within 15 days from the purchase on the appropriate area of the website: www.goldnote.it/warranty
If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser’s home address the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused.
The warranty does not cover any case: Tubes, Phono Cartridge Styli, and Batteries.

SERVICE

Every GOLD NOTE® product is the result of meticulous technological research, and consequently, their correct functioning is guaranteed.
In spite of this, it is possible that problems may emerge that non-specialist users cannot resolve.
In this case, contact your dealer to be advised on how the fault can be solved.
Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the national distributor without being authorized to do so.
In such cases both GOLD NOTE® and the distribution agents operating within your territory decline responsibility of any kind.
For more information please visit www.goldnote.it/service

PLEASE NOTE
Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary at any time and without notice.

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