Gold Note P-1000 Deluxe Pre Amplifier

The Gold Note P-1000 Deluxe Pre Amplifier is a state-of-the-art Class A control centre created for uncompromising high-end audio systems. Designed around a proprietary six-stage ultra-balanced topology, it ensures absolute signal integrity from input to output. Precision relays and a high-quality ALPS optical encoder manage volume across 100 finely calibrated steps, delivering exceptional accuracy and channel matching.

With a gain of +19dB, vanishingly low distortion below 0.001% at 1kHz, and a remarkable 110dB signal-to-noise ratio, the P-1000 Deluxe offers extraordinary transparency and dynamic realism. This preamplifier is engineered to reveal every nuance in your recordings while maintaining complete musical coherence and authority across the entire frequency spectrum.

Six-Stage Ultra-Balanced Architecture

At the heart of the P-1000 Deluxe lies an advanced six-stage ultra-balanced Class A circuit, developed to minimise signal degradation and preserve purity. The design features three independent ultra-linear power supplies powered by dedicated transformers, isolating critical sections for superior stability and reduced interference.

With a frequency response extending from 2Hz to 200kHz (±3dB) and channel separation exceeding 118dB, the preamplifier delivers exceptional spatial accuracy and tonal neutrality. Input impedance of 100kΩ on both RCA and XLR ensures seamless compatibility with a wide range of source components. The result is a preamplifier that combines speed, detail and harmonic richness, maintaining total control without ever sounding clinical or constrained.

Deluxe Engineering with Military-Grade Refinement

The Deluxe version elevates performance further through the integration of military-derived noise-cancelling coils and specialised capacitors installed on the six output stages. These components are secured with custom copper clips to enhance mechanical stability and minimise vibration-induced interference. This meticulous attention to detail reduces background noise to an absolute minimum, improving low-level resolution and dynamic contrast.

The output stage maintains extremely low output impedance below 50Ω on both balanced and unbalanced connections, ensuring effortless drive capability for demanding power amplifiers. Every element of the Deluxe design is selected to enhance purity, delivering a more refined, controlled and immersive listening experience that reflects true audiophile engineering.

Extensive Connectivity and System Integration

Flexibility is central to the P-1000 Deluxe’s design. It offers eight stereo inputs—four balanced XLR and four unbalanced RCA—allowing seamless integration of multiple high-performance sources. Output options include two pairs of RCA and two pairs of XLR connections, along with a dedicated output for the optional TUBE-1012 valve stage.

Balanced inputs accept signals up to 10Vrms, while RCA inputs handle up to 5Vrms, providing generous headroom. Maximum output levels reach 20Vrms on XLR and 10Vrms on RCA, ensuring compatibility with virtually any power amplifier. This comprehensive connectivity allows the P-1000 Deluxe to function as the sophisticated command centre of even the most complex reference systems.

Advanced Listening Controls and Booster Technology

The P-1000 Deluxe includes an array of advanced functions designed to optimise playback for any recording. Mono and Stereo modes allow faithful reproduction of both modern and vintage recordings, while selectable left/right channel swap and absolute phase inversion (0°/180°) provide system-matching precision.

The proprietary Booster technology enhances low-frequency energy within a carefully selected range, helping speakers that require additional authority in the bass. The Booster offers three adjustable levels and can be completely bypassed when not required. A high-resolution colour display provides clear visual feedback, enabling intuitive control via the front-panel knob or the included remote control with dual IR receivers.

Upgradeable Platform for Ultimate Performance

Designed as a scalable reference platform, the P-1000 Deluxe can be further enhanced with Gold Note’s external PSU-1250 or PSU-1000 super inductive power supplies for improved dynamic stability and lower noise. It is also compatible with the TUBE-1012 and TUBE-1006 Class A valve stages, allowing users to introduce a refined tube character while maintaining control and precision.

Measuring 430mm wide and weighing 11 kilograms, the chassis reflects its robust internal architecture and premium construction. By combining cutting-edge circuit design, military-grade refinement and exceptional flexibility, the Gold Note P-1000 Deluxe Pre Amplifier stands as a commanding centrepiece for the most discerning high-end audio systems.