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Thank you for purchasing one of our units and welcome into the Gold Note world, where we turn High-End audio and music into a new experience. Maurizio Aterini, founder of Gold Note...
When a cart is used, use caution when Gold Note does not have responsibility moving the cart/apparatus combination to for any improper use of this unit. avoid injury from tip-over.
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the model and serial number and retain them for your records. MODEL SERIAL NUMBER CAUTION! WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not remove cover (or back).
| INDEX INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL SELECT FUNCTIONS DISPLAY OVERVIEW FIRMWARE UPDATE WARRANTY AND SERVICE TROUBLESHOOTING RELATED PRODUCTS | PACKAGE CONTENT PH-1000 AC CABLE USER REMOTE MANUAL CONTROL...
The PH-1000 is simply the best Phono Stage audio quality and extract even the finest we have ever created, a unique piece of details from the vinyl record. Powered by our...
Neumann Cutting Lathe for superior dynamic and musicality. TOTAL CONTROL The PH-1000 shows every detail on the colour display powered by our proprietary firmware. With the SKC [Single Knob Control technology] and the display, you have an...
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAIN FEATURES POWER Frequency response: 20Hz – 20KHz Dual-Mono linear power supply 100-240V with automatic selection +20 EQ presets, 4 custom setups (infinite variable curves), all with “Enhanced” option Power consumption: 30W @ +/- 0.3dB max. PSU Input for external power supply Gold THD (Total Harmonic Distortion): <0.01% Note PSU-1250 &...
Brushed Aluminium available in Black, Silver or Gold CLASS-A PREAMPLIFIER STAGE UPGRADES The PH-1000 optionally comes with a pure Class-A preamp stage, turning 1 RCA and PSU-1250/1000 Ext. Inductive Power 1 XLR into line stage inputs to be used with...
| FRONT PANEL FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW The PH-1000 shows every detail on the intuitive system to easily control the phono stage and quickly make fine-adjustments colour display powered by our proprietary firmware. With the SKC [Single Knob Control without even interrupting the playback.
| REAR PANEL REAR PANEL OVERVIEW The PH-1000 offers 3 independent inputs, be used either for the external load plugs for even finer control of the Load or as line two RCA and one XLR. There are also 2 other inputs, one RCA and one XLR, that can inputs on the PH-1000 with Preamp.
Use the MASTER SWITCH on the rear panel Then push the Single Knob Control for three seconds to activate the PH-1000: the STATUS to power PH-1000: the STATUS LED will turn ON to indicate that PH-1000 is in Standby. LED will turn blue.
| DISPLAY OVERVIEW SETTINGS AND FEATURES part 1 All the features of the PH-1000 are shown on the display. When selected (red selection frame), each item gives access to the settings as described in the pictures below. with MM Cartridge...
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SETTINGS AND FEATURES part 2 Cartridge Display GAIN DISP -9/+9dB D50% Empty if LOAD/LINE D25% Not for RCA 3 and XLR 2 Not for RCA 3 and XLR 2 RUMBLE ON/OFF Not for RCA 3 and EQ Curves XLR 2 +20 EQ Curves Volume with “Enhanced”...
QR-Code and visit the part of our commitment. dedicated page on our website. Please keep your Gold Note unit updated to the latest firmware whenever possible, that’s the best way to ensure that your system is https://www.goldnote.it/...
| TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Buzzing noise coming from The phono stage is Try different placements the loudspeakers. very sensitive to the of the phono stage surrounding environment. and ensure that the environment is not affected by RFI/EMI. Always use only shielded cables.
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MC and MM cartridges. performance. PH-1000 is not working. The interconnect cables Always use only shielded used on the input/output cables. are not shielded. The power cord is not Connect the power cord plugged in.
| RELATED PRODUCTS CARTRIDGES TURNTABLES MEDITERRANEO TUSCANY Inspired by our Tuscan heritage, beauty Low Output MC Phono Cartridge. and technical perfection are united in this Born from 20 years of design experience, unique creation of a musical instrument. the flagship model is the best cartridge we have ever made.
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1000 electronics. A3 EVO TUBE-1012/1006 An elegant and compact bass reflex 2 way loudspeaker with a modern Italian look and The best way to improve the sonic a surprising audiophile sound. performance of electronics from Gold Note and other manufacturers.
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