45w Integrated Amplifier with apt-X Bluetooth, USB, SPDIF, Optical DAC, Analogue Inputs and Remote Control.
The Quad Vena is a highly versatile system hub with connectivity options for a wide variety of sources both analogue and digital. At the heart of the Vena is a high current 45w Class AB amplifier fed by a quality analogue pre-amplification stage. Quad's heritage in creating some of the worlds greatest amplifiers is clearly present here with a smooth and natural sound which is a pleasure to listen to even when driving larger loudspeakers.
While having connectivity for your analogue sources the Vena really offers a great deal when it comes to digital sources. There is optical and coaxial digital inputs for traditional digital audio sources, a USB input for connecting the Vena to your PC or Mac and an additional USB input for connection to iOS devices (iPod, iPhone, iPad). Along with the "plug-in" connectivity options, the Vena is capable of receiving your music wirelessly via Bluetooth with aptX.
Used in the professional recording industry for many years, aptX is becoming the industry standard format for transmitting CD quality audio over wireless transmission (Bluetooth). The Vena is compatible with all smartphones and tablets along with PC's and Mac's equipped with Bluetooth technology.
In addition to the amplified speaker output the Vena has a front panel headphone socket, optical and coaxial digital outputs and analogue pre-outs for connection to a power amplifier if required.
Housed in a single chassis with styling inspired by the famous QC 22 Control Unit from the 1950's the new Quad Vena provides the necessary amplification to realise the highest quality of your music collection.
Features
- 45w Integrated Stereo Amplifier (Class AB)
- Analogue Inputs and Pre-out
- Optical and Coaxial Digital Inputs and Outputs
- USB Input for PC/Mac
- USB Input for iOS devices (iPhone, iPod, iPad)
- Bluetooth with aptX for high quality wireless streaming
- 24-bit/192kHz DAC
