Passion Integre 100

About the Passion Integre 100

The YBA Passion Integre 100 is a premium integrated amplifier designed and manufactured by YBA in France. It delivers 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 170 watts into 4 ohms, offering robust power and dynamic performance. The amplifier features a brushed aluminum chassis available in black or silver, weighing approximately 24.25 lbs. It includes options for a built-in moving-magnet (MM) phono stage and an optional moving-coil (MC) step-up transformer. The design emphasizes short signal paths and uses relay-controlled volume for clean signal transmission. The Passion Integre 100 is praised for its extraordinary resolution, sonic purity, and a sound character that is immediate and upfront without adding coloration. It is considered a significant step up from YBA's standard Integre models, with a refined and detailed sound that handles both modern and historical recordings with clarity and warmth. The amplifier is noted for its meticulous engineering, including vibration-damping heat sinks and careful component selection, reflecting YBA's commitment to long-lasting, high-quality audio products.