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SPEAKER CABLES:
A quantity of 2 means you will receive a pair of speaker cables e.g. for your front left and front right speakers. By entering a quantity of 1, you will get a cable for a single speaker e.g. centre speaker and this option also enables you to vary the length (and termination) of your cable for each speaker.
OTHER CABLES:
A quantity of 1 means you will receive a single cable in the case of aerial, satellite, subwoofer, digital coaxial & optical cables and a pair of cables in the case of 2 rca to 2 rca analogue audio cables.
NON-CABLE PRODUCTS:
A quantity of 1 means you will receive 1 of the specified products.
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Gold Note CD-5.2 CD Player
The Gold Note CD-5.2 is a CD player and DAC built around a clear philosophy: meaningful, audible improvements rather than incremental refinements on paper. At its core is a high-precision Stream Unlimited tray mechanism with gapless playback support, paired with an AKM AK4493 DAC delivering a signal to noise ratio of 124dB and total harmonic distortion of just 0.001%. The combination produces a presentation that is clean, composed, and capable of resolving the fine detail and musical nuance that well-recorded CDs genuinely contain.
The chassis is machined from black anodised sandblasted aluminium, a material chosen specifically to minimise interaction with magnetic fields and create a more stable electrical and mechanical environment. The practical result is a lower noise floor and improved retrieval of micro-detail, contributing to a more natural and involving listen. An intuitive touchscreen display and multifunctional remote keep day-to-day operation straightforward, and a built-in volume control allows direct connection to a power amplifier without a preamplifier in the chain.
Output options are comprehensive, with both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs alongside coaxial and TOS-Link digital outputs, making the CD-5.2 straightforward to integrate into a wide range of systems. For those looking to take performance further, an optional external power supply is available that enhances dynamic range and brings out finer low-level detail. It is a well-resolved, practically designed source component that treats the CD format with the seriousness it deserves.
Here is what Gold Note say about the CD-5.2
Elevate your listening experience with the CD-5.2, the definitive choice for the discerning audiophile. As part of the Series 5.2, this unit is built on a clear principle: not to pursue small marginal improvements, but to achieve real, tangible, high-level changes. Every design choice is guided by the desire to offer a concrete step forward that is always audible, never just theoretical.
The CD-5.2 showcases a new aesthetic language exclusive to the line, consisting of elegant finishes and a new black anodized sandblasted aluminum chassis. Designed to minimize interaction with magnetic fields, this chassis creates a more stable electrical and mechanical environment, significantly reducing background noise and improving micro-detail for a more natural listening experience.
At its heart lies a high-precision mechanism with Gapless playback and a high-resolution DAC, capturing every nuance of your music. Meticulously crafted with select audio-grade components, the CD-5.2 eliminates distortion for a pure, immersive performance. Complete with an intuitive touchscreen display, remote, and volume control, it is a true masterpiece.
The device features fully balanced analogue and versatile digital outputs, ensuring seamless integration into your system. You can further unlock its full potential with the optional external power supply, designed to enhance dynamic range and unveil the finest details. A perfect union of precision engineering and pure musical pleasure.
Chassis Design
A new black anodized sandblasted aluminium chassis minimises interaction with magnetic fields, creating a more stable electrical and mechanical environment that reduces background noise and improves micro-detail.
At Its Core
A high-precision mechanism with Gapless playback and a high-resolution DAC captures every nuance of your music. Audio-grade components eliminate distortion for a pure, immersive performance.
System Integration
Fully balanced analogue and versatile digital outputs ensure seamless integration into your system. An optional external power supply further enhances dynamic range and reveals the finest details.
Controls
An intuitive touchscreen display, volume control, and multifunctional remote are included as standard.
Specifications
Main Features
- CD transport with D/A converter
- D/A Converter: AKM AK4493
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.3dB
- THD: 0.001% max
- SNR: 124dB
- Dynamic Range: 123dB
- Volume Control: Yes
- Gapless Playback: Supported
Mechanism
- Type: Tray loader by Stream Unlimited (SUOS-Hifi)
- Speed Fluctuation: 0.0001%
- CD Formats: Red Book
- Disc Compatibility: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Inputs and Outputs
- Analogue Outputs:
- 1x Unbalanced RCA (2Vrms)
- 1x Balanced XLR (2Vrms)
- Digital Outputs:
- 1x Coax S/PDIF 75Ω
- 1x TOS-Link
- Output Impedance: 100Ω
Power
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Fuse (100/240V): 2AT
Weight and Dimensions
- Dimensions: 200mm (W) x 80mm (H) x 260mm (D)
- Weight: 3kg (net) / 4kg (boxed)
Finishes
- Black anodised aluminium
Accessories
- Multifunctional remote control x1
About Gold Note
The story of Gold Note is one of dedication and talent. And, like all business success stories, it is a plural experience: the paths of a vast community of people intertwine in the magnificent headquarters nestled in the Florentine hills. Every day, these people put their skills and abilities at the service of the same goal, the Italian sound.
But in the beginning was Maurizio Aterini. It’s the end of the Seventies of the last century; Maurizio is only eight years old: one night his father comes home with a stereo system that will change his entire life. From that moment, his passion for audio reproduction systems is ignited. At the beginning it is little more than an interest he shares with many of his peers, something that fascinates and intrigues him; but as time goes on, this pull grows and in the Eighties Maurizio, now a young man, starts studying engineering at the university.
1992 is a pivotal year: Maurizio decides to challenge himself and he founds a technical design studio for third parties. Those are the years when he designs a specific tonearm that, up to these days, is still mounted on the Gold Note turntables with very few changes: the B-5, a model with an accurate distribution of the weights along its longitudinal axis, which guarantees a perfectly balanced configuration.
Commission after commission, the company achieves a good reputation among the international community, eventually asserting itself as an important boutique of sound engineering. The industrial model proves to be able to offer to the market creativity, engineering and production startup, thus guaranteeing the utmost flexibility at the service of the companies’ needs. The growth of the working group runs parallel to the company development: in the early 2000s, technicians and designers are joined by other figures, like Elena Basciano, Maurizio’s wife, who joins the company as head of human resources, putting to good use the experience she gained as head of many large international corporations. In 2007 Alessio Oronti becomes an associate and enters the executive ranks of the company.
In the meantime, a new type of interlocutors looms on the horizon: no longer just constructors with very specific catalogue requirements, but also distributors without well-established brands, looking for a new one. It’s at this moment that Maurizio, Elena and Alessio realize that it is time to leave the third-party industry. In 2012 Gold Note is founded. It’s the beginning of a new story: many of those who used to be their clients are now competitors; but the market looks promising: from the very start Family sound and design are recognised as the distinctive traits of the brand. Today, more than ten years after that moment, the company controls all the major markets, and it has a well-established reputation both among the experts and the audio enthusiasts as a guarantee of audio excellence. In such a competitive and crowded space as the world of audiophilia, Gold Note is a synonym of reliability, sonic quality, constant research for innovation and respect for the tradition of the Italian sound.
About Gold Note
Italian maker of turntables, cartridges, phono stages and amplifiers, built near Florence in Tuscany.
Gold Note is an Italian company near Florence, with a factory in Montespertoli, Tuscany. It makes turntables, cartridges, phono stages, streaming DACs, amplifiers, headphone amplifiers, power supplies, CD players and loudspeakers. Its own B-5 tonearm is fitted to its turntables, so the arm and the deck come from one designer.
Read more about Gold Note Show less
Turntables and cartridges from one maker
The turntables include the Mediterraneo, Giglio, Pianosa and Valore, and the cartridges include the Tuscany, Machiavelli, Donatello and Vasari. The B-5 tonearm design dates from 1992 and has changed little since. Both lists come from one maker, so a deck and a cartridge can be chosen together.
Electronics with a plain, clean layout
Gold Note builds integrated amplifiers such as the IS-10 and IS-1000, the DS-10 EVO streamer, power amplifiers and phono stages. Its stated approach is clean circuitry, solid power supplies and a minimal look, and its factory makes its own cases and circuit boards.
Phono stages for different cartridges
The PH-5.2 phono stage is an update of the PH-5, with a black anodised aluminium chassis, an upgraded power supply and a revised display layout. Phono stages sit alongside the turntables and cartridges, so a complete vinyl front end can come from one brand.
Why we stock Gold Note
In June 2024 two of us visited Gold Note's factory in Tuscany with their UK distributor, met the founder, and spent time in the R&D labs. Seeing where the components are chosen and why changed how we thought about the brand. We came back and listed the entire range, which we rarely do.
Specifications
Main Features
- CD transport with D/A converter
- D/A Converter: AKM AK4493
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.3dB
- THD: 0.001% max
- SNR: 124dB
- Dynamic Range: 123dB
- Volume Control: Yes
- Gapless Playback: Supported
Mechanism
- Type: Tray loader by Stream Unlimited (SUOS-Hifi)
- Speed Fluctuation: 0.0001%
- CD Formats: Red Book
- Disc Compatibility: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Inputs and Outputs
- Analogue Outputs:
- 1x Unbalanced RCA (2Vrms)
- 1x Balanced XLR (2Vrms)
- Digital Outputs:
- 1x Coax S/PDIF 75Ω
- 1x TOS-Link
- Output Impedance: 100Ω
Power
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Fuse (100/240V): 2AT
Weight and Dimensions
- Dimensions: 200mm (W) x 80mm (H) x 260mm (D)
- Weight: 3kg (net) / 4kg (boxed)
Finishes
- Black anodised aluminium
Accessories
- Multifunctional remote control x1
We use Royal Mail 1st Class services for our Standard Delivery.
Orders received before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. This does not apply to custom-length cables and speaker cables as these require a longer timescale to terminate. This also excludes all cables selected for the burn-in service. Please note, we do not process orders on national holidays in the UK. Over 98% of our orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays. In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Future Shop. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD Local or DHL for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order subject to stock availability. For international orders, we use FedEx or DHL services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths may be subject to longer deliver time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at Future Shop
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
UK Postal & Delivery Charges - FIRST CLASS
Free UK delivery on all orders over £99*
| Weight | Price (FIRST CLASS UK POSTAGE) |
| 0g - 1000g | £3.95 |
| 1000g - 1400g | £4.95 |
| 1400g - 1800g | £5.95 |
| 1800g - 2000g | £6.95 |
| 2000g - 3000g | £8.95 |
* Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL.
Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are not subject to 20% VAT after December 31st 2020 and therefore the 20% VAT on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
The customer will be liable for the VAT at the local VAT rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee if applicable. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7-10 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the UK are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
If applicable, the customer will be liable for the taxes at the local tax rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7 to 10 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability
- Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets at our discretion
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gold Note CD-5.2 CD Player
The Gold Note CD-5.2 is a CD player and DAC built around a clear philosophy: meaningful, audible improvements rather than incremental refinements on paper. At its core is a high-precision Stream Unlimited tray mechanism with gapless playback support, paired with an AKM AK4493 DAC delivering a signal to noise ratio of 124dB and total harmonic distortion of just 0.001%. The combination produces a presentation that is clean, composed, and capable of resolving the fine detail and musical nuance that well-recorded CDs genuinely contain.
The chassis is machined from black anodised sandblasted aluminium, a material chosen specifically to minimise interaction with magnetic fields and create a more stable electrical and mechanical environment. The practical result is a lower noise floor and improved retrieval of micro-detail, contributing to a more natural and involving listen. An intuitive touchscreen display and multifunctional remote keep day-to-day operation straightforward, and a built-in volume control allows direct connection to a power amplifier without a preamplifier in the chain.
Output options are comprehensive, with both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analogue outputs alongside coaxial and TOS-Link digital outputs, making the CD-5.2 straightforward to integrate into a wide range of systems. For those looking to take performance further, an optional external power supply is available that enhances dynamic range and brings out finer low-level detail. It is a well-resolved, practically designed source component that treats the CD format with the seriousness it deserves.
Here is what Gold Note say about the CD-5.2
Elevate your listening experience with the CD-5.2, the definitive choice for the discerning audiophile. As part of the Series 5.2, this unit is built on a clear principle: not to pursue small marginal improvements, but to achieve real, tangible, high-level changes. Every design choice is guided by the desire to offer a concrete step forward that is always audible, never just theoretical.
The CD-5.2 showcases a new aesthetic language exclusive to the line, consisting of elegant finishes and a new black anodized sandblasted aluminum chassis. Designed to minimize interaction with magnetic fields, this chassis creates a more stable electrical and mechanical environment, significantly reducing background noise and improving micro-detail for a more natural listening experience.
At its heart lies a high-precision mechanism with Gapless playback and a high-resolution DAC, capturing every nuance of your music. Meticulously crafted with select audio-grade components, the CD-5.2 eliminates distortion for a pure, immersive performance. Complete with an intuitive touchscreen display, remote, and volume control, it is a true masterpiece.
The device features fully balanced analogue and versatile digital outputs, ensuring seamless integration into your system. You can further unlock its full potential with the optional external power supply, designed to enhance dynamic range and unveil the finest details. A perfect union of precision engineering and pure musical pleasure.
Chassis Design
A new black anodized sandblasted aluminium chassis minimises interaction with magnetic fields, creating a more stable electrical and mechanical environment that reduces background noise and improves micro-detail.
At Its Core
A high-precision mechanism with Gapless playback and a high-resolution DAC captures every nuance of your music. Audio-grade components eliminate distortion for a pure, immersive performance.
System Integration
Fully balanced analogue and versatile digital outputs ensure seamless integration into your system. An optional external power supply further enhances dynamic range and reveals the finest details.
Controls
An intuitive touchscreen display, volume control, and multifunctional remote are included as standard.
Specifications
Main Features
- CD transport with D/A converter
- D/A Converter: AKM AK4493
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.3dB
- THD: 0.001% max
- SNR: 124dB
- Dynamic Range: 123dB
- Volume Control: Yes
- Gapless Playback: Supported
Mechanism
- Type: Tray loader by Stream Unlimited (SUOS-Hifi)
- Speed Fluctuation: 0.0001%
- CD Formats: Red Book
- Disc Compatibility: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Inputs and Outputs
- Analogue Outputs:
- 1x Unbalanced RCA (2Vrms)
- 1x Balanced XLR (2Vrms)
- Digital Outputs:
- 1x Coax S/PDIF 75Ω
- 1x TOS-Link
- Output Impedance: 100Ω
Power
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Fuse (100/240V): 2AT
Weight and Dimensions
- Dimensions: 200mm (W) x 80mm (H) x 260mm (D)
- Weight: 3kg (net) / 4kg (boxed)
Finishes
- Black anodised aluminium
Accessories
- Multifunctional remote control x1
About Gold Note
The story of Gold Note is one of dedication and talent. And, like all business success stories, it is a plural experience: the paths of a vast community of people intertwine in the magnificent headquarters nestled in the Florentine hills. Every day, these people put their skills and abilities at the service of the same goal, the Italian sound.
But in the beginning was Maurizio Aterini. It’s the end of the Seventies of the last century; Maurizio is only eight years old: one night his father comes home with a stereo system that will change his entire life. From that moment, his passion for audio reproduction systems is ignited. At the beginning it is little more than an interest he shares with many of his peers, something that fascinates and intrigues him; but as time goes on, this pull grows and in the Eighties Maurizio, now a young man, starts studying engineering at the university.
1992 is a pivotal year: Maurizio decides to challenge himself and he founds a technical design studio for third parties. Those are the years when he designs a specific tonearm that, up to these days, is still mounted on the Gold Note turntables with very few changes: the B-5, a model with an accurate distribution of the weights along its longitudinal axis, which guarantees a perfectly balanced configuration.
Commission after commission, the company achieves a good reputation among the international community, eventually asserting itself as an important boutique of sound engineering. The industrial model proves to be able to offer to the market creativity, engineering and production startup, thus guaranteeing the utmost flexibility at the service of the companies’ needs. The growth of the working group runs parallel to the company development: in the early 2000s, technicians and designers are joined by other figures, like Elena Basciano, Maurizio’s wife, who joins the company as head of human resources, putting to good use the experience she gained as head of many large international corporations. In 2007 Alessio Oronti becomes an associate and enters the executive ranks of the company.
In the meantime, a new type of interlocutors looms on the horizon: no longer just constructors with very specific catalogue requirements, but also distributors without well-established brands, looking for a new one. It’s at this moment that Maurizio, Elena and Alessio realize that it is time to leave the third-party industry. In 2012 Gold Note is founded. It’s the beginning of a new story: many of those who used to be their clients are now competitors; but the market looks promising: from the very start Family sound and design are recognised as the distinctive traits of the brand. Today, more than ten years after that moment, the company controls all the major markets, and it has a well-established reputation both among the experts and the audio enthusiasts as a guarantee of audio excellence. In such a competitive and crowded space as the world of audiophilia, Gold Note is a synonym of reliability, sonic quality, constant research for innovation and respect for the tradition of the Italian sound.
About Gold Note
Italian maker of turntables, cartridges, phono stages and amplifiers, built near Florence in Tuscany.
Gold Note is an Italian company near Florence, with a factory in Montespertoli, Tuscany. It makes turntables, cartridges, phono stages, streaming DACs, amplifiers, headphone amplifiers, power supplies, CD players and loudspeakers. Its own B-5 tonearm is fitted to its turntables, so the arm and the deck come from one designer.
Read more about Gold Note Show less
Turntables and cartridges from one maker
The turntables include the Mediterraneo, Giglio, Pianosa and Valore, and the cartridges include the Tuscany, Machiavelli, Donatello and Vasari. The B-5 tonearm design dates from 1992 and has changed little since. Both lists come from one maker, so a deck and a cartridge can be chosen together.
Electronics with a plain, clean layout
Gold Note builds integrated amplifiers such as the IS-10 and IS-1000, the DS-10 EVO streamer, power amplifiers and phono stages. Its stated approach is clean circuitry, solid power supplies and a minimal look, and its factory makes its own cases and circuit boards.
Phono stages for different cartridges
The PH-5.2 phono stage is an update of the PH-5, with a black anodised aluminium chassis, an upgraded power supply and a revised display layout. Phono stages sit alongside the turntables and cartridges, so a complete vinyl front end can come from one brand.
Why we stock Gold Note
In June 2024 two of us visited Gold Note's factory in Tuscany with their UK distributor, met the founder, and spent time in the R&D labs. Seeing where the components are chosen and why changed how we thought about the brand. We came back and listed the entire range, which we rarely do.
Specifications
Main Features
- CD transport with D/A converter
- D/A Converter: AKM AK4493
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.3dB
- THD: 0.001% max
- SNR: 124dB
- Dynamic Range: 123dB
- Volume Control: Yes
- Gapless Playback: Supported
Mechanism
- Type: Tray loader by Stream Unlimited (SUOS-Hifi)
- Speed Fluctuation: 0.0001%
- CD Formats: Red Book
- Disc Compatibility: CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Inputs and Outputs
- Analogue Outputs:
- 1x Unbalanced RCA (2Vrms)
- 1x Balanced XLR (2Vrms)
- Digital Outputs:
- 1x Coax S/PDIF 75Ω
- 1x TOS-Link
- Output Impedance: 100Ω
Power
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
- Fuse (100/240V): 2AT
Weight and Dimensions
- Dimensions: 200mm (W) x 80mm (H) x 260mm (D)
- Weight: 3kg (net) / 4kg (boxed)
Finishes
- Black anodised aluminium
Accessories
- Multifunctional remote control x1
We use Royal Mail 1st Class services for our Standard Delivery.
Orders received before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. This does not apply to custom-length cables and speaker cables as these require a longer timescale to terminate. This also excludes all cables selected for the burn-in service. Please note, we do not process orders on national holidays in the UK. Over 98% of our orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays. In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Future Shop. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD Local or DHL for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order subject to stock availability. For international orders, we use FedEx or DHL services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths may be subject to longer deliver time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at Future Shop
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
UK Postal & Delivery Charges - FIRST CLASS
Free UK delivery on all orders over £99*
| Weight | Price (FIRST CLASS UK POSTAGE) |
| 0g - 1000g | £3.95 |
| 1000g - 1400g | £4.95 |
| 1400g - 1800g | £5.95 |
| 1800g - 2000g | £6.95 |
| 2000g - 3000g | £8.95 |
* Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL.
Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are not subject to 20% VAT after December 31st 2020 and therefore the 20% VAT on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
The customer will be liable for the VAT at the local VAT rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee if applicable. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7-10 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the UK are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
If applicable, the customer will be liable for the taxes at the local tax rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7 to 10 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability
- Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets at our discretion
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
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