Carot One Ernestolo Class D Rør-forsterker

Carot One is an innovative brand from Italy offering very special electronics with technologically advanced features. The Carot One Class D Amplifier makes use of the latest micro chip sizes, which exhibit outstanding performance, as well as a tube Pre-Amplifier stage.

With an input for iPod on the front panel and one for CD or DAC on the rear,  this small box offers a high quality desktop option for those wanting a decent sound from their computer based media. Simply add a HRT USB DAC for a complete desktop system.

Fine electronic circuits such as this a few years ago were unthinkable, but now with this new technology comes reduced dimensions. Thanks to precise and careful planning they have managed to obtain a high level of performance at exceptionally low cost.

Anodised aluminum orange casing of the Carot One looks cool, and makes a real statement in any decor. To maximise the enormous potential quality speakers that provide a precise and transparent sound will mate very well with the Carot One.

Conveniently, the Ernestolo also provides a great sounding headphone amplifier output on the front panel, so you can continue to enjoy great sound even in the wee hours...

Specifications

• T-Amp IC Tripath TA2024
• Output Power: 2x15W @4ohm, 2x6W @8ohm(RMS)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 98dB
• Dynamic Range: 98dB
• IHF IM Distortion: 0.10% @ 1W, 4ohm
• THD+Noise Audiophile Quality: 0.03% @ 9W 4ohm, 0.1% @ 11W 4ohm, 0,1% @   9W 6 ohm, 0.1% @   6W 8ohm
• High Power: 10% @ 15W 4ohm, 10% @ 10W 4ohm
• Power Efficiency: 81% @ 15W 4ohm, 90% @ 10W 8ohm
• Input Audio: IN RCA (Left/Right) x 1
• Power Socket: (5.5mm/2.1mm) x 1
• Speaker OUT: Banana Sockets
• Other: Volume & Knob Power ON/OFF switch x
• Power Indicator: (Blue LED) x1
• Power Supply: DC 12V-13.2V (max.)5 A

Specification of the Headphone Amplifier Unit

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (SNR) 92dB
• Power Output: 3.0 Watts per channel on 33 Ohm
• Headphone
• Frequency response: 15 Hz - 100 kHz -1db
• Input Impedance: 10k Ohms
• Input Audio: CD IN RCA (Left/Right) x 1 [3Vpp max.]

Specification of the Pre-Amplifier Unit

• Vacuum Tube: 6DJ8/6922 series or 12AU7 series (exchangeable)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 92dB
• THD + Noise: 0.05% @ 10k ohm 0.15% @ 33 ohm
• Input Audio: CD IN RCA (Left/Right) x 1 [3Vpp max.]
• Power Socket: (5.5mm/2.1mm) x 1
• Output Audio: OUT 3.5mm x 1
• Headphone: OUT (3.5mm) x 1
• Knob Audio and power switch x 1: Power Indicator, (Blue LED under Tube Socket) x1, Volume Knob x 1
• Power Supply: DC 12V-13V (max.)5A
• Dimensions: (W)76mm x (H)60mm x (D)100mm

Specification of the AC Adaptor

• AC Input Universal AC 100V-240V/50-60Hz
• DC Output DC 12V 5A (48W)
• DC Plug DC 2.1mm
• Ripple & Noise <= 25mV
• Over-load Protection 105%-150%
• Over-voltage Protection 115%-150%
• Dimensions (L)78mm x (W)50mm x (H)33mm