Gold Note PSX-5.2 Dedicated Power Supply

Gold Note PSX-5.2 Dedicated Power Supply

The Gold Note PSX-5.2 is a dedicated external power supply designed specifically for Gold Note’s 5.2 Series components, including the PH-5.2, CD-5.2, HP-5.2 and DS-5.2. Far from being a simple accessory, it is engineered as an integral extension of the core product, delivering improved electrical stability, lower noise and greater dynamic authority. A new black anodised aluminium chassis reduces magnetic interaction, contributing to a darker background and enhanced retrieval of micro detail.

Internally, the PSX-5.2 features a four-rail audio-grade power supply with ultra-low-noise voltage regulation and extremely fast response time. By delivering higher current with minimal voltage variation, it allows connected components to operate under more stable and controlled conditions. The audible result is tighter bass control, improved micro-dynamics, greater coherence in complex passages and a more solid, stable soundstage. Rather than altering tonal character, it removes instability and interference that can mask musical information.

Its dual-output architecture allows a phono stage and a line-level component to remain permanently connected, dedicating the full energy reserve to whichever unit is active. As part of the modular philosophy of Gold Note, the PSX-5.2 provides a meaningful performance upgrade without replacing existing components, offering a scalable path to higher system performance while maintaining design and aesthetic consistency across the Series 5.2 range. 

Here is what Gold Note says about the PSX-5.2

PSX-5.2 is an evolution of the PSU-5: it retains Gold Note’s DNA in terms of silence, control and musicality, introducing targeted improvements to the mechanical structure, power supply and, above all, versatility of use, to further enhance performance and user experience. Designed specifically as an external power supply dedicated to the 5.2 series, it is the perfect upgrade to improve the performance of your system and enjoy flawless listening sessions. A distinctive feature of this model is the new black anodised aluminium chassis: a technical solution that reduces interaction with magnetic fields, resulting in superior background silence and greater richness of micro details.

This structural purity is reinforced by a more stable, higher-current power supply engineered to deliver absolute control and extremely low noise under every operating condition. The result is a darker background, greater dynamic authority and a more solid, stable soundstage. Thanks to its dual-output architecture, PSX-5.2 allows both a phono stage (PH-5 or PH-5.2) and a line-level source (CD-5, CD-5.2, HP-5.2 or DS-5.2) to remain permanently connected, elevating the entire front-end to a new level of performance. When activated, the full energy reserve is entirely dedicated to the selected component, ensuring uncompromised power delivery, maximum stability and that effortless sense of control that transforms the listening experience into a true quantum leap.

Not an accessory, but a standalone product

In the world of high fidelity, an external power supply is often considered an optional extra. An addition. A marginal improvement. For Gold Note, it has never been so. PSX-5.2 is not created as an accessory, but as a product designed with the same philosophy, the same rigour and the same ambition as the electronics it is paired with. Because the power supply is not a secondary detail. It is the foundation on which every circuit builds its stability, its dynamics and its sonic credibility. When the power supply improves in a structural way, the entire system operates under more correct conditions. The result is not subtle. It is immediately perceptible.

What truly changes

PSX-5.2 intervenes at the most sensitive point of any electronic device: the quality of the current. Greater stability means:

• reduction of background noise
• increase in micro-dynamics
• firmer control of low frequencies
• greater naturalness in complex passages
• more overall listening coherence

It is not about “adding something to the sound”. It is about removing what might interfere. When the power supply is no longer forced to compensate for instability and micro-fluctuations, it stops struggling. And the music becomes freer.

Gold Note philosophy: no 3% upgrades

The design of PSX-5.2 follows a principle rooted in our vision of high fidelity: we do not believe in marginal improvements, nor in theoretical differences perceptible only under ideal conditions. We believe in real changes. Always audible. Always concrete. PSX-5.2 is not created to slightly refine performance, but to enable a tangible step forward in the overall quality of the system.

Modular ecosystem and scalability

For this reason, PSX-5.2 is an integral part of the Gold Note modular ecosystem concept. When you pair a Series 5.2 product with its dedicated power supply, you are bringing that product closer to the quality of the next line. It is a gradual evolution, taking place over time. A truly intelligent upgrade, also from an economic point of view. You do not need to replace what you already own with a new model, but you can make it evolve. This is our concept of scalability.

A coherent project

PSX-5.2 is designed to integrate perfectly with the electronics of the 5.2 series, of which it is fully part, not as a simple accessory, but as a core principle and product to which an essential function is assigned, just like HP-5.2; PH-5.2, CD-5.2 and the remaining components of the line yet to be revealed. PSX-5.2 is not an external addition. It is a structural extension of the project. Because in Gold Note every step forward must be: Measurable. Real. But above all audible. Always.

Specification

• TECHNICAL FEATURES: 4 rail audio grade power supply, 2 ultra-low noise voltage regulator
• MAXIMUM VARIATION OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE: 0.05%
• LINE NOISE REJECTION: >80dB
• COMMON MODE NOISE REJECTION: >80dB
• FULL POWER RESPONSE TIME: <2,5µsec
• POWER SUPPLY: 100-120V / 220-240V with auto sense, 50/60Hz
• POWER CONSUMPTION: 40W
• DYNAMIC POWER: >60W
• STAND BY POWER: <1W
• FUSE: 2 A T
• DIMENSIONS: 200mm W | 80mm H | 260mm D
• WEIGHT: Kg. 2 – net
• FINISH: Black

About Gold Note

Gold Note, the leading Italian manufacturer in the High-End audio industry, was founded in Firenze in 2012 by Maurizio Aterini, who serves as the CEO and driving force behind the brand. With a focus on Italian craftsmanship, Gold Note offers a complete line of digital and analogue equipment catering to audiophiles worldwide.

Gold Note's story combines tradition and innovation, inspired by the rich history, art, and technology of Firenze. The brand values creativity, technical expertise, and a sense of beauty, which are reflected in every product they create.

The mission of Gold Note is to deliver the full experience of music, capturing the emotion of listening. They strive to achieve perfect musicality through innovative technology, exquisite materials, and Italian design. The result is a full-bodied sound with impeccable imaging, dynamics, and precise placement of instruments and voices.
Gold Note's sound is distinctively Italian, characterised by vivid realism, precise imaging, accurate instrument separation, speed, and clarity of detail. They aim to provide a natural and balanced sound that combines analytical and sentimental qualities, resulting in a unique Italian Sound.

The philosophy of Gold Note revolves around systems thinking, emphasising the synergy created by the components and the entire audio chain. They focus on the holistic approach to design, considering the sum of the parts rather than individual constituents. This approach allows them to craft a complete audio chain that delivers true Italian Sound.
As a contemporary High-End audio brand, Gold Note combines innovation and tradition to meet the needs of the modern audiophile. They embrace engineering, functional design, and manufacturing challenges, striving for excellence while representing the essence of "Made in Italy." Gold Note carefully selects suppliers known for their exceptional quality, often located in Tuscany, near their headquarters.

Quality control is of utmost importance to Gold Note. Each product undergoes thorough individual testing, ensuring the highest level of quality. The lean production system is followed, with each product assembled by a single technician.

Gold Note's commitment to delivering the ultimate musical experience and their dedication to craftsmanship has established them as a renowned brand in the High-End audio industry.