The SU-R1000 is an Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC by Technics that delivers 150 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 300 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. It was released in 2021. It is a 2-channel design using a Class D output stage. Speakers connect via Binding Post. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the SU-R1000 compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in Full-digital JENO Engine PWM conversion, no conventional DAC stage DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. Technics SU-R1000 lets you connect your turntable via its Phono input and start listening to your vinyl collection without a hassle. Technics SU-R1000 has an MSRP of 11999$.
There are 3 Technics amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Technics 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 Technics SU-R1000 is rated at 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms.
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 150 watts into 8-ohms () at
- 300 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
How loud will 150 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the Technics SU-R1000?
150 W into 8 ohms, 300 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
When pairing the Technics SU-R1000 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 Technics SU-R1000 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Technics SU-R1000 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Technics SU-R1000, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Technics SU-R1000 has total of 5 Analog inputs .
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 2 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA line out and stereo RCA pre out Preamp Outputs
- Yes Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
Technics SU-R1000 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Technics SU-R1000. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 2 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Technics SU-R1000 features two Phono Inputs which are 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
Technics SU-R1000 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 Technics SU-R1000 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Technics SU-R1000'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 SU-R1000 is the
Full-digital JENO Engine PWM conversion, no conventional DAC stage.
Technics SU-R1000 External Dimensions and Weight
Technics SU-R1000 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 7-1/2 x 16-15/16 x 18-1/16 inch (191 x 430 x 459 mm ). The unit weighs
22.82 kg (50.3 lbs).
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 Technics SU-R1000 is approximately 1973.7cm2 / 305.9inch2.
- Width: 430.0mm (16-15/16")
- Height: 191.0mm (7-1/2")
- Depth: 459.0mm (18-1/16")
- Weight: 22.82 kg (50.3 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1973.7cm2 / 305.9inch2
- Volume: ~37.7 liter / 10.0 gallon
Available colors
Technics SU-R1000 is available in Silver color options.
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Technics SU-R1000 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Technics |
| Full Model Name |
Technics SU-R1000 |
| Release Date |
2021 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class D |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
150 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
300 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
|
| THD |
|
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
Full-digital JENO Engine PWM conversion, no conventional DAC stage |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
5 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
2 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
2 x USB-B |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA line out and stereo RCA pre out |
| Headphone Output |
Yes |
| Removable Power Cord |
|
| Speaker Connectors |
Binding Post |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
191.0mm (7-1/2") |
| Width |
430.0mm (16-15/16") |
| Depth |
459.0mm (18-1/16") |
| Weight |
22.82 kg (50.3 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Silver |
| OTHER |
| Screen |
Yes |
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
How much power does the Technics SU-R1000 have?
The Technics SU-R1000 delivers 150 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 300 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Its output almost doubles into 4 ohms, which points to a strong power supply that can hold its composure with demanding, low-impedance speakers.
What amplifier class is the Technics SU-R1000?
The Technics SU-R1000 uses a Class D amplifier design. Class D is a modern switching design that runs cool and wastes very little energy as heat, which is how makers fit high power into a compact, light chassis.
Does the Technics SU-R1000 have a built-in DAC?
Yes. The Technics SU-R1000 has a built-in DAC (Full-digital JENO Engine PWM conversion, no conventional DAC stage), so you can feed it a digital source directly without buying a separate converter.
Can I connect a turntable to the Technics SU-R1000?
Yes. The Technics SU-R1000 has a built-in phono stage for MM/MC ON RCA PLUS MC ON XLR/ FOUR-LEVEL GAIN ADJUSTMENT cartridges, so a turntable can be connected directly without a separate phono preamp.
Does the Technics SU-R1000 have Bluetooth?
No. The Technics SU-R1000 does not have Bluetooth built in; you would need an external Bluetooth receiver connected to one of its inputs.
Does the Technics SU-R1000 have a headphone output?
Yes. The Technics SU-R1000 has a Yes-inch headphone output on the front panel for private listening.
Does the Technics SU-R1000 have room correction?
Yes. The Technics SU-R1000 includes room correction, and a measurement microphone is supplied. It measures how your room affects the sound and corrects the response, which usually makes the biggest single improvement to bass.
How much does the Technics SU-R1000 cost?
The Technics SU-R1000 has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $11,999.
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