Gold Note PA-10 Evo

The PA-10 Evo is Gold Note's entry into pure power amplification — a stereo power amplifier designed to work within the broader Gold Note ecosystem, or as a straightforward upgrade path for anyone whose integrated amplifier is holding their system back. Built in Florence, it sits at the accessible end of Gold Note's amplifier range without compromising on the engineering decisions that matter most.

Four Rail Audio Grade Power Supply

The PA-10 Evo uses a four-rail audio grade power supply — the same approach Gold Note applies across its higher-end electronics. Separating the supply rails reduces the risk of noise from one part of the circuit contaminating another, and the result in practice is a quieter background against which low-level detail becomes more apparent. It is not a flashy feature, but it is the kind of decision that separates amplifiers that merely measure well from those that hold together under demanding programme material.

Dual Choke Hybrid Technology

Gold Note's Dual Choke Hybrid technology uses an inductive filter on the analogue stage, driven by a dual inductor acting on both the negative and positive high-current stages. The effect is to clean up what arrives from the AC supply before it reaches the signal path, eliminating interference and reducing noise at the point where it would otherwise do most damage. The PA-10 Evo's dynamics and resolution are directly dependent on how well the power supply handles this — and in our experience, a well-implemented choke filter makes a meaningful difference to how an amplifier copes with complex, loud passages without hardening or compression.

Class AB Operation

The PA-10 Evo operates in Class AB — a practical choice that balances the low distortion of Class A operation with the efficiency needed to avoid excessive heat and bulk at this price point. Gold Note have voiced the bias carefully, and the amplifier runs warm rather than hot. It handles both 4Ω and 8Ω loads, making it a flexible partner for a wide range of loudspeakers.

Technical Specifications

Who Is It For?

The PA-10 Evo suits anyone building around Gold Note's DS-10 or CD-10 ecosystem who wants a dedicated power amplifier rather than an integrated solution. It also works well as a power amp paired with a quality preamplifier from another brand. If you are running the Gold Note PH-10 phono stage as part of a vinyl-focused system, the PA-10 Evo is a natural next step. Those wanting to complete a full Gold Note system should also consider the Gold Note CD-10 as a source.

Buying from Martins Hi-Fi

Martins Hi-Fi has been in Norwich since 1968. Elizabeth Gould runs the business today, and we stock only brands we have heard properly and stand behind.

We stock the full Gold Note range and can demonstrate the PA-10 Evo in our Norwich showroom, paired with sources and speakers to suit your system.

When you get in touch, you'll be speaking with Dave, Chris and Tim — experienced specialists who can advise on this product and your whole system.

Contact us at info@martinshifi.co.uk, call 01603 627010, or WhatsApp on 07554 687137. You can read more about how we work on our Why Martins Hi-Fi page. We are at 85–91 Ber Street, Norwich, NR1 3EY.