Onkyo A-9030 Product Sheet

2012 NEW PRODUCT RELEASE

A-9030

Integrated Stereo Ampliﬁer

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A High-Value Proposition for the Passionate Music Fan

For those taking their ﬁrst steps into the world of hi-ﬁ audio, there’s no better component to start with than the A-9030

Integrated Stereo Ampliﬁer. Featuring Onkyo’s Wide Range Amp Technology—augmented by Three-Stage Inverted Darlington

Circuitry to reduce distortion and increase driving power—the low negative feedback design breathes life into your

recordings, where conventional amps sound ﬂat and dull by comparison. Another point of difference lies in its ability to boost

bottom-end response. Rather than obscuring the frequencies that typically carry vocals, a new system phase-matches the

bass to preserve a crystal clear mid-range. As well as sounding great, the ampliﬁer has a heavy-duty transformer and twin

capacitors to deliver enough power to drive your loudspeakers with depth and dynamism. Good quality analog inputs and

banana plug-compatible speaker posts are found on the rear panel to connect your CD player, tuner, turntable, and speakers,

while the front panel has classic-style knobs for bass, treble, balance, and input selection. Wrapped in a 1.6 mm-thick

anti-resonant chassis, and boasting an aluminum faceplate, this high-value stereo amp exudes the build quality for which

Onkyo is famous.

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FEATURES

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65 W/Ch

(8 Ω, 1 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2 Channels Driven, IEC)

• Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry

• WRAT (Wide Range Ampliﬁer Technology)

• Phase-Matching Bass Boost

• High-Current Low-Impedance Drive

• Thick, Low-Impedance Copper Bus Bars

• Two 8,200 µF Capacitors

• Optimum Gain Volume Control

• Direct Mode

• 1.6 mm Full Flat Chassis

• Aluminum Front Panel

• Tone Control (Bass/Treble/Balance)

• 5 Analog Audio Inputs and 1 Output

• Phono Input (MM)

• Subwoofer Pre-Out

• Speaker A/B Drive

• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts

• Headphone Jack

• RI (Remote Interactive) Remote Control

A-9030

Integrated Stereo Ampliﬁer

WRAT (Wide Range Ampliﬁer Technology) for Naturally Vivid Sound

Onkyo developed the WRAT suite of technologies to improve the clarity and character of ampliﬁed audio. The technologies work to reduce noise across the frequency range, guaranteeing a clear, balanced, and natural sound. It achieves this by employing a low negative feedback ampliﬁer design, preserving the essential energy and life contained within the recording; using closed ground-loops to cancel unwanted noise from individual circuits; and by enabling high current ﬂows to cancel reﬂex energy from the speakers.

Innovative Three-Stage Ampliﬁer Circuit Brings Your Music to Life

While some hi-ﬁ makers take a shortcut to ampliﬁed audio with the use of cheap all-in-one IC chips, the resulting sound is often compromised once you turn the volume up. Instead, on the A-9030, Onkyo uses the same Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitr y technology it uses in its highend A/V receivers and Reference Series hi-ﬁ separates. This innovative circuit topology facilitates high speaker-driving power, reduces distortion, and preserves the buoyancy and expressiveness of recorded music—a unique characteristic of our low negative feedback ampliﬁers.

Optimal Gain Volume Control Guarantees Cleaner Sound

Conventional volume-attenuation methods involve initially dropping a signal close to the ampliﬁer’s natural noise ﬂoor at low volumes. The signal can then become tainted with noise, which subsequently gets ampliﬁed along with the signal. Onkyo’s Optimum Gain Volume Control Circuitry adjusts the gain so that less than half the typical amount of attenuation is necessary. The signal never comes close to the noise ﬂoor, and the result is noticeably clearer sound when compared to conventional ampliﬁer designs.

Phase-Matched Bass Boost for Deeper Bass and a Clearer Mid-Range

From the warm low notes produced by a cello to the deep frequencies of electronic music, a good ampliﬁer should be able to deliver plenty of bass without distorting. Some ampliﬁers are prone to the effects of phase shifting, which can overwhelm middle frequencies and muddy the overall sound. Our Phase-Matching Bass Boost technology effectively preserves mid-range clarity—allowing vocals and strings to shine—while maintaining a smooth, natural bass response at all volume levels.

Discrete Output Stage Circuitry Means Cooler Running Temperatures

A receiver’s ability to deliver high power into low impedances is a vital factor in its performance. If the current ﬂow through the ampliﬁcation circuit is inconsistent, audio quality will suffer. Onkyo stereo ampliﬁers feature separate high-quality components at the signal output stage. Discrete transistors help guarantee a consistent, stable supply of current to the speaker system for an open and assured performance, with less chance of distortion and cooler running temperatures.

High-Output Power Supply to Drive Your Speakers

At the heart of all our ampliﬁer s, you’ll ﬁnd a power supply that can maintain or increase output power as required. Musically, this means that you have deep, powerful bass; wide-ranging dynamics; musical peaks that sound composed; and correct timbre and sound staging. When paired with a set of quality loudspeakers, Onkyo ampliﬁers have the capability to drive them with ease. In the case of the A-9030, you will ﬁnd a high-output power transformer, two 8,200 μF capacitors, and low-impedance copper bus bars. All work in concert to enhance the power and ﬁdelity of your audio sources.

Quality Construction Equals Better Performance

A vital factor in any audio component is its build quality. It’s not just about good looks. The build quality of the chassis, the construction techniques used, the electronic parts chosen—all combine to shape the outputted audio signal. The A-9030’s anti-resonant chassis is designed to isolate the audio signal from any vibrations that may cause interference during the ampliﬁcation process. This chassis is superbly ﬁnished with an aluminum front panel and volume control that accentuate the quality of the construction throughout.

System Control with One Remote Using Onkyo RI (Remote Interactive)

Onkyo’s RI system lets you operate multiple RI-compatible audio components through a single remote control. On the rearside of the A-9030, you’ll ﬁnd RI ports to link other Onkyo components (such as a CD player or tuner), enabling limited control of your hi-ﬁ setup using just one remote. RI capability also adds functionality when Onkyo’s RI Dock for iPod* is connected to another component. These include System On/Off, Auto Power On, and Auto Selector.

*Optional DS-A4 or DS-A5

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output 65 W/Ch (8 Ω, 1 kHz, 0.08% THD,

2 Channels Driven, IEC)

THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise)

0.08% (1 kHz, 1 W Output) Damping Factor 60 (1 kHz, 8 Ω) Input Sensitivity and Impedance

175 mV/33 kΩ (Line)

4.8 mV/47 kΩ (Phono MM)

Rated RCA Output Level and Impedance

0.175 V/2.2 kΩ (Rec Out) Phono Overload 100 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%) Frequency Response 10 Hz−100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Line 1) Tone Control ±14 dB, 100 Hz (Bass)

±14 dB, 10 kHz (Treble) +8 dB, 80 Hz (PM Bass)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 105 dB (Line, IHF-A) 80 dB (Phono MM, IHF-A)

Speaker Impedance 4 Ω–16 Ω (A or B), 8 Ω–16 Ω (A + B)

General

Power Supply AC 220–230 V~, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption 135 W Standby Power Consumption

0.3 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 435 x 139 x 330.3 mm Weight 7.4 kg

CARTON

Dimensions (W x H x D) 572 x 264 x 419 mm Weight 9.4 kg

Supplied Accessories

• Instruction manual • AC power cord • Remote controller

• AAA (R03) batteries x 2

Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change speciﬁcations and appearance without notice. WRAT is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

Australia: Amber Technology Ltd Unit 1, 2 Daydream Street Warriewood NSW 2102 Australia Email: consumer@ambertech.com.au Web: ambertech.com.au

Tel: 1800 251 367 Fax: 02 9999 0770

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