The result is an engaging yet transparent sound presentation that honours the artist's intentions, whether streaming high-resolution files, spinning vinyl classics, or commanding a modern home theatre setup.

At the output stage, the QUAD PLATINA INTEGRATED uses a premium four-channel active volume control. Backed by active circuitry, it allows for precise, step-based volume changes so the volume will increase or decrease feeling natural and consistent to the ear.

Digital Domain
A fully-fledged and truly modern amplifier solution; at the heart of the PLATINA INTEGRATED digital capabilities lies a state-of-the-art DAC featuring an ES 9038 PRO chip. A hallmark of high-end DAC design, the DAC section uses two high-precision master clocks, one for 44.1 kHz and one for 48 kHz families. Capitalising on QUAD’s rich history in analogue and digital audio solutions, this DAC chip implementation ensures astonishingly-low jitter levels with improved transparency and imaging for faithful reproduction of digital source material – source materials that can extend into PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512, allowing for lifelike detail across a wide range of audio formats. Utilising the full strengths of the ES 9038 Pro, the PLATINA INTEGRATED also offers listeners the ability to upsample lower-resolution PCM streams to either 352.8kHz or 384kHz, unlocking greater detail and smoothness from compressed or legacy recordings. A choice of five user-selectable DAC reconstruction filter settings, allows subtle yet effective tailoring of the sound character to suit both the source material and listener preference. This level of fine-tuning is particularly valuable when navigating the variable quality often encountered across digital formats and streaming platforms.

ROON TESTED
The PLATINA INTEGRATED is also Roon Tested, thus opening up to the world of Roon.
Fundamental goal is to provide a consistently stellar user experience. This goal doesn’t stop at the software… the expertise extends all the way down to the audio playback hardware, regardless of manufacturer. As a Roon Tested partner, QUAD has provided equipment to Roon for testing with a variety of different operating systems and computers and shared information about its design and capabilities. QUAD has a direct relationship with Roon, and in many cases, the Roon support team has our devices on hand, so you can confidently choose to use QUAD hardware with Roon.

Usability
Despite its wealth of performance options and capabilities, like all PLATINA components, the QUAD PLATINA INTEGRATED is built around an expertly crafted general user interface (GUI), tactile controls and a full colour TFT display. This interface improves functionality by making complex settings and features more accessible and intuitive. It allows users to navigate options quickly, view system status at a glance, and adjust parameters with clarity and precision, without needing to remember commands or rely on cryptic button combinations.

The GUI grants access to comprehensive connectivity options, which include balanced XLR, RCA, MM/MC phono inputs, two optical and two SPDIF inputs, and PC USB audio inputs, accommodating the most versatile audiophile system configurations. Furthermore, the innovative HDMI ARC input ensures seamless integration with modern home audio and TV setups, guaranteeing a high-quality sound experience from entertainment systems.

The fully functioning remote control also offers intuitive instant access to primary controls, and the single remote extends its reach over all components in the PLATINA series.

Specifications