Description
Creek Audio 4040 A Integrated Amplifier + DAC
The Creek Audio 4040 A Integrated Amplifier + DAC will suit the most demanding applications. Whether used in a domestic audio or desktop system, the feature-rich 4040 A is simple to use, yet luxurious in operation. Created to provide a totally immersive high-end experience.
“With five decades’ experience in the audio business, I have seen a lot of electronic developments in my time, but I am really excited about this major step forward in technology and musical performance” Mike Creek – Creek Audio
Reviews
Hi-Fi Choice 5-Star Review – Read >>
“Nostalgists might not like me saying this, but I think the new 4040 A is a better all-rounder than the iconic original amplifier it pays homage to – it has more power and detail. It also retains the original’s joie de vivre and generally likeable nature, as well as adding facilities and connectivity that a modern amp can’t really live without these days. It’s proof that four decades on, Creek Audio hasn’t lost its touch – and is a fitting tribute to the company’s illustrious past.” Stereonet Applause Award – Read >>
Features
CONTROL
The 4040 A has a intuitive user interface and a sophisticated menu system which are easily navigated by two rotary control knobs or infra-red remote control.
PRE-AMPLIFIER
The “feature-rich” Creek Audio 4040 A Integrated Amplifier + DAC contains three analogue signal inputs, including two pairs of unbalanced RCA sockets and one pair of fully balanced XLR sockets, that can still be used single-ended. An electronic volume and balance control enables precise 1dB adjustments over a 70dB range. Tone controls (EQ) enable +/- 10dBs adjustment of treble and bass.
PHONO
Most if not all vinyl music lovers can plug-in an optional Sequel mk4 Phono pre-amp in place of Line 2 to match a wide range of Moving Magnet and high output Moving Coil cartridges found on modern turntables.
HEADPHONES
A high current, low distortion headphone amplifier drives a wide range of low-impedance headphones via a front panel-mounted 6.35mm (1/4”) jack socket.
DIGITAL INPUTS
Coaxial SPDIF, optical TOSLINK, USB class 2 and aptX Bluetooth 5.0 enables digital sources, such as music streamers, TVs, CD transports, computers, and wireless Bluetooth devices to be connected.
DAC
PCM and DSD digital audio signals are converted to analogue with a reference quality 32-bit ES9018k2m Sabre32 DAC.
POWER AMPLIFIER
The Creek Audio 4040 A Integrated Amplifier + DAC employs cutting-edge MERUS™ Infineon technology enabling it to drive even the most difficult loads to realistic listening levels with high fidelity. The power amp may be driven directly via Line 1.
POWER SUPPLY
The key to the integrated amplifier’s impressive performance is in its high-frequency power supply, optimised for audio electronics, enabling the latent quality of its amplifier to be realised. The performance is unaffected by mains quality or voltage stability. Unlike most conventional amplifiers, the 4040 A’s 350-Watt power supply is voltage stabilised, enabling it to double its power output into half the load impedance, regardless of the mains voltage.
STANDBY
Power consumption is reduced by powering-down non-essential circuitry when not required.
Specifications
- Power output: 55 W into 8 Ohms, 110 W into 4 Ohms, both channels driven
- Continuous max output current: >8A, current limited
- Peak current: >20A
- THD and Noise: <0.045%
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 105dBA
- Frequency Response: 5Hz to 50 kHz, +/-3dB / 10Hz – 20KHz +/-1dB
- Input sensitivity: 525mV for 55 W into 8 Ohms
- Gain: 32dB or x40
- Crosstalk: >68dB at 1 kHz
- Pre-Amp Inputs: 2x RCA (unbalanced) and 1x XLR (balanced)
- Power-Amp Input: Power Amp Direct via a menu option
- Plug-in Phono options: Sequel mk4 MM Phono. 40 and 50dB gain
- Digital inputs: 1x co-axial, 1x optical, 1x USB 2.0
- Wireless: Bluetooth aptX HD
- Digital to Analogue Converter: ES9018k2m Sabre DAC.
- Loudspeaker Outputs: 4mm binding posts with rear and side entry, plus a spade lug
- Speaker output impedance: <0.02 Ohms 20Hz to 20 kHz.
- Damping Factor: >100 into <0.04 Ohms
- Headphone Output socket: 6.3mm stereo jack socket for 30 – 300 Ohm headphones
- Mains input voltage range: 100V to 240V nominal, 50Hz or 60Hz
- Power Consumption: <0.5W Standby, 5W Idle, 350W Full Power
- Auto Standby: 30, 60, 120 minutes, or disabled
- Finish colours: Silver or Black front panel
- Weight: 2.2kgs (4.85 lbs) net, 3kgs (6.6 lbs) gross (packed)
- Size W/H/D: 21.5 x 6 x 25.5 cm (8.46″ x 2.36″ x 10”) including feet, knobs, LS terminals and BT antenna.
