Quad Platina Integrated Amplifier

The flagship of the series, the PLATINA INTEGRATED is a powerhouse of precision. Built around a massive new 'dual mono' Class AB power amplifier section, it delivers 2 x 200W into 8 ohms (300W into 4 ohms) with effortless authority. Designed to command even the most demanding loudspeakers, it combines muscular grip with audiophile finesse, resolving the finest musical details with total composure.

Engineering Excellence & Heritage

• Developed over five years by QUAD’s elite design team, every component was selected by "ear" to ensure the legendary QUAD DNA remained intact.
• Bespoke Power: Features a custom 630VA high-power toroidal transformer.
• Exclusive Components: Includes bespoke capacitors developed in collaboration with Wurth Elektronik.
• Massive Capacity: A power supply filter capacity of 44,000uF per channel ensures extraordinary realism and dynamic headroom.
• SMD Integration: Short, sophisticated signal paths reduce noise and interference while ensuring long-term thermal stability.

The Digital Domain: Studio-Grade Resolution

At the heart of the digital section lies the state-of-the-art ES 9038 PRO DAC chip. Utilisng two high-precision master clocks, the Platina achieves astonishingly low jitter levels.

• High-Res Support: Supports PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512.
• Upsampling Engine: Breathe new life into legacy recordings by upsampling lower-resolution PCM to 352.8kHz or 384kHz.
• Tailored Sound: Five user-selectable DAC reconstruction filters allow you to fine-tune the character to your personal preference.
• Roon Tested: Seamlessly integrate with the world’s most sophisticated music management software.

Analogue Mastery & Vinyl Support

The PLATINA INTEGRATED features QUAD’s most advanced phono stage to date.

• MM/MC Flexibility: A premium JFET design with three selectable gain settings (46dB, 52dB, 60dB) and adjustable impedance to perfectly match your cartridge.
• Balanced Architecture: Includes a pair of balanced XLR inputs alongside traditional RCA for the cleanest possible signal path.
• Smart Sensitivity: Each analogue input features independent sensitivity adjustment via the internal menu.

Connectivity & Usability

Despite its immense power, the Platina is a joy to use. The full-colour TFT display and tactile machined controls provide an intuitive GUI (General User Interface), making complex settings accessible at a glance.

• Modern Integration: Includes HDMI ARC for seamless high-quality audio from your TV.
• Comprehensive Inputs: PC USB, 2x Optical, 2x SPDIF, and multiple analogue options.
• Expansion Ready: Balanced XLR and RCA pre-outputs allow for easy integration of subwoofers or external power amplifiers.
• Premium Headphone Amp: A dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier provides lightning-fast transients and incredible resolution for private listening.

We endeavour to despatch same day for orders placed up to 1pm on available stock items (items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 24 hours"). Please remember to check with us first for a physical stock check if next day delivery is important to you. Any items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 72 hours" are items that we do not hold in stock but order in from the importer or manufacturer as soon as a customer order is received. Occasionally these may be delayed beyond 72 hours due to importer/manufacturer stock levels but we will inform you as soon as we can if this is the case.

UK Orders

We despatch the bulk of our UK mainland items on a 24 hour service – Free of Charge.  Non Mainland locations - Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, the Scilly Isles, the Scottish highlands and Islands, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland may take a day or so longer and are not Free of Charge. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail 24 or special delivery. Larger items are delivered using a courier service such as DPD or UPS.

International Orders:

Due to the nature of our products and brand restrictions we are only able to send certain items internationally. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail Small Packets Airmail with International Tracked and/or Signed depending on value of item and availability of the service. Larger International shipments are sent by insured and tracked services using UPS. If there are any delays due to specific customs regulations, etc, you will be contacted by Hifisound or by the courier with a request for any further information required. Customs duties can apply for shipments to any countries outside of the UK depending on where the product you have bought is made. Customers are responsible for all taxes and duties incurred when the items enter their country.

Collect in Store or Home Install

At the request of the manufacturer some items cannot be supplied by mail order but you can click and buy them and then elect to collect them from our store or arrange a home install (if applicable). Applicable items clearly state that they are Collect in store or home install. Once ordered you will receive a message prompting you to contact us by phone or email to arrange for us to deliver and install or to reserve and collect from our store at your convenience, you will also be advised of the delivery time / stock availability as not all Home install / collect in store items are held in stock.