Description
AudioControl Bijou 2100 2.1-Channel Compact GaN Media Amplifier
Redefining Power Performance in a Discreet Footprint
The AudioControl Bijou 2100 is a remarkably versatile 2.1-channel media amplifier that elegantly functions as a three-source, two-channel integrated stereo amplifier with line-level subwoofer output, built around cutting-edge GaN (Gallium Nitride) amplification technology that delivers 100 watts into 8 ohms and 200 watts into 4 ohms from a 1U half-rack footprint that can be concealed behind flat-panel displays when stealth installation is required. Part of AudioControl’s Bijou Series, the culmination of 45 years of American audio engineering innovation, the Bijou 2100 is equally at home as the centrepiece of a compact audio-centric music system, an eARC audio hub for a large-screen TV installation, or a discreet high-performance amplifier in a professionally installed residential or light commercial environment. Its superb onboard 32-bit/384kHz DAC, HDMI eARC input, optical and coaxial digital inputs, and stereo analogue input ensure every source is accommodated with the audio fidelity that rivals integrated amplifiers priced substantially higher.
GaN Amplification: The Future of High-Performance Audio
The Bijou 2100’s GaN amplifier stage represents a significant advancement over conventional amplifier topologies. Gallium Nitride is a cutting-edge semiconductor material originally developed for demanding aerospace and telecommunications applications, offering greater efficiency than traditional designs, superior thermal performance, and lower distortion for cleaner, more dynamic sound even when driving demanding loudspeakers at sustained output levels. GaN amplifiers convert more power into sound and less into heat, enabling the Bijou 2100’s remarkably compact and cool-running design without any compromise to the authority or fidelity of its audio output. The result is breathtaking sound that matches vivid, high-resolution visual presentations with effortless composure.
HDMI eARC and Comprehensive Connectivity
The Bijou 2100’s HDMI eARC input simplifies installation by reducing cable clutter and supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for immersive audio experiences from television and streaming sources. An optical Toslink input, coaxial S/PDIF input, and stereo RCA analogue input provide comprehensive source connectivity for streaming players, disc players, and analogue sources such as turntables equipped with built-in phono preamplifiers. Stereo RCA preamp outputs, a dedicated mono subwoofer RCA output, and two loudspeaker-level outputs via Euroblock connectors complete a connectivity suite of exceptional versatility for a component of this size. IP control compatibility with Control4 and other popular control systems, an intuitive web configuration interface for speaker configuration, input setup, DSP, EQ, and network settings, and configurable line outputs round out a feature set designed for professional installation environments.
Compact, Cool-Running, and Concealment-Ready
The Bijou 2100’s 1U half-rack form factor measuring just 211 x 302 x 44mm and weighing 2.7kg makes it one of the most space-efficient high-performance amplifiers available for professional installation. Its cool-running GaN design allows it to be installed virtually anywhere, including behind flat-panel displays, within cabinetry, or in any space-constrained environment where a conventional amplifier chassis would be impractical. Universal AC input from 110 to 240VAC ensures compatibility with any electrical installation worldwide.
KEY FEATURES:
- 2.1-channel GaN integrated media amplifier with 100 watts into 8 ohms and 200 watts into 4 ohms
- GaN (Gallium Nitride) amplifier stage for higher efficiency, superior thermal performance, and lower distortion
- HDMI eARC input with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support
- Optical Toslink and coaxial S/PDIF digital inputs
- Stereo RCA analogue input (47 kilohm impedance, 2Vrms sensitivity)
- Onboard DAC supporting up to 32-bit/384kHz sampling rates
- Stereo RCA preamp outputs and dedicated mono subwoofer RCA output
- 2 loudspeaker-level outputs via Euroblock connector
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.15%, frequency range: 20Hz to 20kHz
- IP control compatible with Control4 and other popular control systems
- Advanced web GUI for speaker configuration, input setup, DSP, EQ, and network settings
- Universal AC input: 110 to 240VAC
- 1U half-rack form factor, concealable behind flat-panel displays
- Dimensions: 211 x 302 x 44mm (W x D x H), weight: 2.7kg
- Designed and manufactured in the USA by AudioControl
