Artera Solus Play vs Audiolab 9000A
The 9000A's power @ 8ω is 100W against the Artera Solus Play's 75W and its max sample rate 768 kHz against 384 kHz. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and signal-to-noise (110 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,500 - $2,495
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Artera Solus Play
The Quad Artera Solus Play combines CD playback, high-resolution DAC, preamplifier, integrated amplifier, and wireless streaming in a single unit. It uses the ESS ES9018 Sabre32 Reference DAC supporting PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256, with a slot-loading CD mechanism and four digital filter options. DTS Play-Fi enables hi-res streaming up to 24-bit/192kHz, complemented by aptX Bluetooth. The Class AB amplifier delivers 2 x 75W into 8 ohms with balanced circuitry, isolated power supplies, and short signal paths for low distortion. Connections include analogue RCA inputs/outputs, balanced XLR outputs, digital inputs (coaxial, optical, USB), headphone jack, and speaker terminals.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 75W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- ESS ES9018 Sabre32 Reference
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.009%
- SNR
- 110 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- aptX
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, Optical, Coaxial
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, XLR
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- No
- Chromecast
- No
- Roon Ready
- No
- Spotify Connect
- No
- TIDAL Connect
- No
- Other Services
- DTS Play-Fi
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 320 × 105 × 320 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 11.84 kg (26 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 75W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions