The Advance Paris X-P700 preamplifier builds on its predecessor with engineering excellence rarely found at this price point. Featuring dual mono architecture and Direct Path signal processing, it delivers two distinct sonic characters: Class A mode with tube-like warmth through cascaded bipolars, or discrete Class AB mode for traditional transparency. A single intuitive rotary knob with push-button confirmation controls inputs, volume, tone shaping with bypass, balance, and loudness—all accessible via included remote. Connectivity is comprehensive: nine analog inputs (one balanced XLR), MM/MC phono stage with adjustable gain, plus digital options including dual optical, coaxial, USB-B (Xmos), and USB-A. The Burr Brown PCM1796 DAC handles up to 24-bit/192kHz. Outputs span balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, high-pass filtering, and dual subwoofer outputs with adjustable crossover. Dual front headphone jacks (6.35mm and 3.5mm) feature independent gain selection and switchable output impedance. Built with dual high-capacity toroidal transformers supplying filtered, regulated dual-mono power, the X-P700 combines understated elegance with serious internal architecture. The phono stage—both MC and MM—demonstrates unusual refinement for the category. Meticulous component selection and power delivery create a preamplifier of exceptional musicality and value, ready to partner with any quality power amplifier.
