QUAD 3 Integrated Amplifier - Classic British Hi-Fi Engineering with Modern Digital Excellence

Experience the perfect fusion of QUAD's legendary analogue heritage and cutting-edge digital technology. The QUAD 3 integrated amplifier combines iconic 1960s design cues with comprehensive connectivity, built-in DAC, and pristine Class AB amplification - delivering 65 watts per channel in a beautifully compact 30cm chassis.

Reserve your QUAD 3 and rediscover what premium British audio engineering can achieve.

Key Features

• Heritage-inspired design with flush-mounted rotary controls and signature orange accent lighting from QUAD's iconic 22 and 33 preamps
• Advanced ES9038Q2M DAC supporting hi-res PCM to 32-bit/768kHz and DSD512 with full MQA decoding
• Comprehensive connectivity including HDMI ARC, USB, Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD, and dedicated MM phono stage
• Precision analogue controls featuring QUAD's legendary Tilt tone control alongside bass and balance adjustment
• Class AB amplification with Complementary Feedback topology delivering 65W (8Ω) / 100W (4Ω) per channel
• Premium headphone amplifier with dedicated current-feedback design and high slew rate performance
• Compact British craftsmanship measuring just 300×101×332mm with impeccable fit and finish

Technology & Innovation

The QUAD 3 represents an entirely new creation that honours QUAD's distinguished past whilst embracing modern requirements. At its heart lies the ES9038Q2M DAC from ESS Technology's acclaimed 32-bit Sabre series, accompanied by proprietary clock and power supply circuitry that elevates digital performance to audiophile standards. The Class A post-DAC active filter ensures superior sound quality across all digital sources.

QUAD's engineering team has implemented Peter Walker's revolutionary Tilt control - a sophisticated alternative to traditional bass and treble adjustments that rotates the frequency response around a 650Hz axis. This provides precise tonal adjustment in 1dB steps without compromising signal purity, working alongside independent bass control from -3dB to +3dB.

Superior Sound Experience

Whether streaming high-resolution files via USB, spinning vinyl through the ultra-low-noise FET-based phono stage, or connecting your television via HDMI ARC, the QUAD 3 delivers an engaging fusion of musical energy and finesse. The discrete Class AB output stage incorporates Complementary Feedback topology for superior linearity and thermal stability, fed by a substantial 235VA ultra-low-noise toroidal transformer.

The amplifier's internal layout maximises the compact chassis whilst preserving signal path integrity. Independent low-noise power supplies for each critical stage contribute to the amp's detailed, expansive and expressive sonic character that QUAD enthusiasts have cherished for decades.

Heritage & Craftsmanship

Designed by David McNeill - whose aesthetic update of the legendary 33/303 amplifier achieved critical acclaim - the QUAD 3 embodies 'classic QUAD' elevated to contemporary premium standards. The matt silver fascia contrasts beautifully with the dark grey enclosure, whilst the striking orange-backlit LCD display echoes the printed strip beneath the original 33 preamp's controls.

From the precision-engineered rotary encoders to the gold-plated speaker binding posts, every element reflects QUAD's unwavering commitment to British audio excellence spanning over six decades.

Expert Opinion

"Like a classic sportscar fitted with the latest high-performance EV drive unit, the QUAD 3 is an enticing fusion of classic British audio engineering and cutting-edge technology." - QUAD Engineering Team

Technical Specifications

• Power Output: 65W per channel (8Ω), 100W per channel (4Ω)
• Digital Inputs: USB Type B (32-bit/768kHz), HDMI ARC (2.1/eARC), 2× S/PDIF (optical/coaxial)
• Analogue Inputs: 2× line-level RCA, 1× MM phono stage
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD, 12V trigger, USB-A firmware updates
• Outputs: Gold-plated speaker binding posts, 6.35mm headphone, stereo pre-out
• THD: <0.003% (1kHz @ 30W/8Ω)
• Dimensions: 300×101×332mm (W×H×D)

The QUAD 3 integrated amplifier bridges six decades of audio innovation, offering discerning listeners an authentic British hi-fi experience enhanced by modern convenience and connectivity. With its comprehensive feature set and compact footprint, it forms the perfect centrepiece for contemporary high-performance audio systems.

Secure your connection to QUAD's legendary heritage with thoroughly modern capabilities.