AVM PAS 3.3 Streaming Preamplifier

Born from a lineage of legendary preamplifiers, the AVM EVOLUTION PAS 3.3 is the definitive solid-state control center for the modern audiophile. It masterfully combines AVM's decades of experience in analog circuit design with the limitless potential of the state-of-the-art AVM X-STREAM Engine®. This is more than a preamp; it is the heart of your entire system, designed to handle every source with breathtaking fidelity—from high-resolution digital streams and TV audio via HDMI ARC, to the most cherished vinyl treasures via its incredibly versatile phono stage. Housed in a screwless, handmade aluminum chassis, the PAS 3.3 delivers music with ultimate precision, speed, and uncolored clarity.

Key Features

• Purely Solid-State Design: A purely transistor-based preamplifier circuit for ultimate signal purity, speed, and neutrality.
• AVM X-STREAM Engine®: Delivers flawless Hi-Res streaming up to 384/32 & DSD256.
• Total Streaming Connectivity: ROON Ready and prepared for Spotify Connect, Qobuz, Tidal Connect, and internet radio.
• Advanced Wireless & Network: Features Airplay 2, Bluetooth 5.0, and AVM RoomConnneXion® multi-room functionality.
• Reference-Grade DAC: A selected Double-Quad DAC configuration (4 DACs per channel) based on the ESS 9028PRO for stunning digital-to-analog conversion.
• Versatile Phono Stage: A high-performance MM/MC phono input with extensive, granular customization settings all controllable via the RC X App.
• Complete Analog & Digital Hub: Features 5 analog inputs (1 XLR, 3 RCA, Phono), 2 digital inputs (SPDIF, optical), and an HDMI (ARC) input.
• Flexible Outputs: Includes 2 analog outputs (RCA & XLR) switchable between fixed and variable levels, a fixed line out, and 2 volume-controllable digital outputs.
• Intuitive App Control: The modern RC X app provides complete, intuitive control over all streaming and device functions.
• Premium German Build: Meticulously handmade in Germany, housed in a screwless, brushed aluminum chassis with a minimalist design.
• Smart Automation: Features signal-sensing auto-on, a home theater loop, and trigger outputs for seamless system integration.

The Digital Heart, The Analog Soul

The PAS 3.3 is a masterpiece of duality, engineered to excel in both the analog and digital realms. Its digital heart is the powerful AVM X-STREAM Engine® paired with a reference-level Double-Quad DAC, a sophisticated design that uses four digital-to-analog converters per channel to render high-resolution files with breathtaking accuracy. Its analog soul is revealed in its extensive connectivity, headlined by a truly sensational MM/MC phono stage. In a stroke of genius, all the complex settings for cartridge loading can be adjusted on-the-fly from the comfort of your chair using the RC X app, making it a vinyl lover’s dream.

The Purity of Solid-State

As a purely transistor-based preamplifier, the PAS 3.3 is engineered for one purpose: to deliver your music with absolute precision and uncolored truth. This solid-state design philosophy prioritizes speed, neutrality, and an incredibly low noise floor, creating a silent, black background from which the most subtle musical details can emerge. It offers a clean, incisive, and powerfully dynamic presentation that faithfully reproduces the recording without adding a sonic character of its own. It is the perfect choice for the listener who craves clarity and wants to hear their music exactly as the artist intended.

Total System Command

AVM has reimagined the user experience for the modern era. While the elegant front panel with its touchpoint display offers direct control, the true command center is the AVM RC X app. This beautifully designed and intuitive application for iOS and Android puts the entire universe of music at your fingertips. Browse vast streaming libraries, manage your personal digital collection, and even fine-tune the input sensitivity or rename inputs. This seamless blend of sophisticated hardware and intelligent software makes the PAS 3.3 an absolute joy to use every day.

Meticulous German Craftsmanship

The PAS 3.3 is a physical testament to AVM's "Reduce to the Max" philosophy. Every unit is assembled entirely by hand in AVM’s factory in Malsch, Germany. The housing is a work of art—a precision-milled, screwless aluminum enclosure that exudes minimalist elegance. This fanatical attention to detail extends to the inside, with carefully selected components and circuit layouts designed for the shortest possible signal paths. This is not just an audio component; it is a piece of German engineering built to provide decades of musical enjoyment.

The Listening Room Difference

When you shop with The Listening Room, you get more than just gear. As a third-generation, family-run business with a passion for music and decades of experience, we offer personalized service that goes far beyond the sale. Call, text, or email, and you’ll get a real human who knows this equipment inside and out. From in-store demos to curated home system design and wide-radius delivery, we’re here to help you get the absolute best out of your purchase.

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