The 6000A MKII is an Integrated Amplifier by Audiolab that delivers 50 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 75 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the 6000A MKII compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Audiolab 6000A MKII lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Audiolab 6000A MKII has an MSRP of 1099$.
Audiolab 6000A MKII Amplifier Internal View
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Audiolab Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The Audiolab 6000A MKII is rated at 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Audiolab provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.0004% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 50 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.0004%
- 75 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 110dB Signal to Noise Ratio
When pairing the Audiolab 6000A MKII with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the Audiolab 6000A MKII Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Audiolab 6000A MKII amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Audiolab 6000A MKII, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Audiolab 6000A MKII has total of 3 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Audiolab 6000A MKII Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
Audiolab 6000A MKII Connections
Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- Pre-out/Main-in Loop
- 1/4 Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
Audiolab 6000A MKII features built-in Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Audiolab 6000A MKII supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
Phono Input
Audiolab 6000A MKII features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
Audiolab 6000A MKII has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with Audiolab 6000A MKII amp and your speakers.
Audiolab 6000A MKII Antennas
DAC and Digital Music
The Audiolab 6000A MKII's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the 6000A MKII is the
ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M, and supports resolutions up to
24-bit, 192KHZ.
Audiolab 6000A MKII External Dimensions and Weight
Audiolab 6000A MKII has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3-1/8inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/16inch (65 x 444 x 299mm ). The unit weighs
7.80kg / 17.2lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the Audiolab 6000A MKII is approximately 1327.6cm2 / 205.8inch2.
- Width: 444.0mm (17-9/16")
- Height: 65.0mm (3-1/8")
- Depth: 299.0mm (14-1/16")
- Weight: 7.80 kg (17.19lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1327.6cm2 / 205.8inch2
- Volume: ~8.6 liter / 2.3 gallon
Available colors
Audiolab 6000A MKII is available in Black and Silver color options.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Audiolab 6000A MKII, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Audiolab 6000A MKII
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Audiolab 6000A MKII Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Audiolab 6000A MKII
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Audiolab 6000A MKII by the manufacturer.
Audiolab 6000A MKII Lifestyle
| General |
| Brand |
Audiolab |
| Full Model Name |
Audiolab 6000A MKII |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
50 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
75 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
0.0004% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
110 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
802.11ac |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
Yes |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
3 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Firmware only |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
Yes |
| Headphone Output |
1/4 |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 2-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
65.0mm (3-1/8") |
| Width |
444.0mm (17-9/16") |
| Depth |
299.0mm (14-1/16") |
| Weight |
7.80 kg (17.19lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black,Silver |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |