Gold Note PSU-10 EVO External Power Supply
1 190,00 €
Gold Note PSU-10 EVO is an external power supply for the Gold Note DS-10 and DS-10 PLUS. Its four-transformer power stage, ultra-low-noise voltage regulators and Dual Choke Hybrid filter are designed to suppress mains interference and electrical noise. Three transformers serve the power stage, while one is assigned to the inductive filter, creating lower-noise operating conditions for the analogue stage. This model is not compatible with the Gold Note PH-10 phono stage.
Gold Note PSU-10 EVO is an external power supply designed to add a separate four-transformer power stage to a compatible digital source. Its construction is intended to suppress AC mains interference and electrical noise that could affect audio electronics.
What this power supply is designed for
This is not a power amplifier or a universal power accessory. It is intended for owners of a compatible digital source who want to upgrade its power supply section. The compatible source components are the Gold Note DS-10 and DS-10 PLUS. Housing the power supply separately keeps its circuitry in a dedicated system component.
Your purchasing decision should therefore begin with the exact model of the equipment you own. Sharing the Gold Note brand name does not by itself guarantee compatibility. The PSU-10 EVO has a specific purpose and should not be selected as a general-purpose power supply for other components.
Four-transformer power stage
The power stage uses four transformers. Three are dedicated entirely to the power supply, while the fourth serves the inductive filter. This arrangement assigns the power delivery and filtering functions to separate parts of the internal design.
The stage also employs ultra-low-noise voltage regulators, which are intended to reduce noise generated within the power supply circuits themselves. The PSU-10 EVO upgrades the power section of the DS-10 or DS-10 PLUS; it does not replace or alter the circuits responsible for processing the audio signal.
Filtering for the analogue stage
The Dual Choke Hybrid design uses an inductive filter in the analogue stage. Its dual-choke arrangement serves the negative and positive high-current stages, focusing the filtering specifically on the power supplied to the analogue circuitry.
The purpose of this construction is to provide a lower-noise operating environment for the electronics inside the compatible player. In listening terms, this may be heard as greater dynamics, clearer resolution and finer detail. Any change in realism, musicality or control will depend on the rest of the audio system and the conditions of the local mains supply.
Choosing and positioning the PSU-10 EVO
Before connecting the power supply, check once more that the model designation on the main component is DS-10 or DS-10 PLUS. The manufacturer’s name alone is not enough to establish compatibility. As this is a separate external component rather than an internal module, it also requires its own position on the equipment rack.
Technical specifications
| Model | Gold Note PSU-10 EVO |
|---|---|
| Type | External power supply |
| Compatible models | Gold Note DS-10 and DS-10 PLUS |
| Number of transformers | 4 |
| Transformer allocation | 3 for the power stage, 1 for the inductive filter |
| Voltage regulators | Ultra-low-noise |
| Filter design | Dual Choke Hybrid |
| Analogue stage | Inductive filter |
| Chokes | Dual choke for the negative and positive high-current stages |
| Purpose | Suppression of AC mains interference and electrical noise |
| Limitation | Not compatible with the Gold Note PH-10 phono stage |
FAQ
Can this unit replace a power amplifier?
No. It is a separate power supply component for a compatible digital source. It is not designed to drive loudspeakers or amplify an audio signal.
How can I check compatibility before connecting it?
Check the exact model designation of the main unit. Compatibility is determined by the specific model, not simply by the manufacturer or the appearance of its enclosure.
Is the PSU-10 EVO suitable for the PH-10 phono stage?
No. This power supply is not compatible with the Gold Note PH-10 and cannot be used as its power supply upgrade.
Is the PSU-10 EVO installed inside the DS-10 enclosure?
No. It is a separate external component and requires its own space on the equipment rack.
Do four transformers mean that the unit has four outputs?
No. The number refers to the internal layout of the power stage and to the transformers assigned to its different functions.
Will the sound change be identical in every system?
No. The effect of power supply filtering depends on mains interference, the rest of the equipment and the resolving ability of the complete system.
