Founded in 1995 in France as Advance Acoustic, Advance Paris is a renowned French high-end Hi-Fi brand headquartered at 13 rue du coq gaulois, 77170 Brie-Comte-Robert, with registration offices at 15 rue des Halles, 75001 Paris. Originally established as a speaker manufacturer, the company expanded into electronics with its first integrated amplifier in 2003, building a reputation for over 25 years among demanding audiophiles seeking precise, warm, and authentic sound reproduction. In 2013, the company rebranded to Advance Paris to emphasize French heritage and target international audiophile markets after decades of crafting high-performance audio gear with passion for analog sound. The company specializes in amplifiers, audio sources, Hi-Fi speakers, Bluetooth and network players, CD players, and cables, combining innovation with refined design and exceptional sound performance. Their signature aesthetic features prominent VU meters and classic tube preamplifiers, with flagship products including the A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier ($3799) featuring hybrid tube and solid-state technology delivering 190 watts per channel, and the A10 model with ES 9018 DAC supporting high-resolution audio. After 30 years of operation primarily in European markets, Advance Paris expanded to the U.S. market in 2025, bringing their French engineering philosophy to American audiophiles through their Classic Line, PlayStream, Smart Line, MyConnect, WTX, Speaker, and LINK product collections.
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Advance Paris celebrates its 30th anniversary with the APEX series, featuring three hybrid amplifiers (A8, A10, A12) and the ACD CD player, combining French elegance with modern performance.
The APEX amplifiers utilize upgraded ESS DACs, premium components, and hybrid tube/transistor designs, delivering refined dynamics, tonal clarity, and a warm, musical sound.
Modern connectivity includes HDMI eARC for seamless TV integration, Bluetooth aptX AD-LL via the optional A-BTC dongle, and extensive analog/digital input options for versatile setups.

Advance Paris debuts in the U.S., bringing 30 years of acclaimed French hi-fi engineering to American audiophiles.
Signature hybrid amplifier designs pair tube pre-amplification with solid-state power for balanced performance.
Flagship A12 Classic Integrated Amplifier delivers 190W per channel with extensive connectivity options, including HDMI and phono inputs.

Advance Paris launches the LINK Cable Series, featuring high-quality, competitively priced hi-fi cables.
Cables use 99.9999% pure OCC copper and metal connectors for superior signal transmission and durability.
Pricing strategy avoids inflating costs, with models ranging from $69 to $549.
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