Creek Audio 4040 integrated amplifier ... born again ... small and mighty

“The 40th anniversary 4040 A integrated amplifier will suit the most demanding applications. Whether used in a domestic audio or desktop system, the feature-rich 4040 A is simple to use, yet luxurious in operation. Created to provide a totally immersive high-end experience”

The all-new 4040 A integrated amplifier has been designed to reprise the essence of the original CAS4040 which was launched in 1982 to great acclaim. While huge technological advances and modern digital features have propelled the 4040 A into the 21st century, the listening pleasure it creates continues to release the same endorphins its ancestor did 40 years ago.

CONTROL The 4040 A’s intuitive user interface and sophisticated menu system are easily navigated either by remote control or rotary control knobs.

PRE-AMPLIFIER The “Feature Rich” 4040 A contains three analogue signal inputs, including two pairs of unbalanced RCA sockets and one pair of fully balanced XLR sockets. Its electronic volume and balance control enables precise 1dB adjustment over a 70dB range. Tone controls further enhance its flexibility, if required..

PHONO Vinyl music lovers can install an optional plug-in Sequel mk4 Phono Pre-amp in place of Line 2 to match a wide range of Moving Magnet and high-output Moving Coil cartridges.

HEADPHONES A dedicated, high current, headphone amplifier will drive a wide-range of headphones via a front panel-mounted jack socket.

DIGITAL INPUTS Coaxial SPDIF, optical TOSLINK, USB class 2 and aptX Bluetooth 5.0 enable most digital sources to be connected.

DAC The 4040 A leverages the power of a 32-bit ES9018K2M Sabre32 reference DAC to convert digital signals into analogue.

POWER AMPLIFIER Modern, multi-driver loudspeakers using complex cross-over circuitry present a heavy demand on any amplifier. The 4040 A employs cutting-edge MERUS™ Infineon technology to enable it to drive even the most difficult loads to realistic listening levels with high fidelity. Aux1 can be selected as a DIRECT power amp input.

POWER SUPPLY The key to the integrated amplifier’s impressive performance is in its high-frequency power supply, optimised for audio electronics, enabling the latent quality of its amplifier to be realised. The performance is unaffected by mains quality or voltage stability. Unlike most conventional amplifiers, its 350-Watt power supply is voltage stabilised, enabling it to double its power output into half the load impedance, regardless of the mains voltage. STANDBY Signal sensing enables the 4040 A to reduce power consumption by powering down non-essential circuitry when not required. Standby timeout can be selected in the menu.