Integrated amplifiers — JAVA Hi-Fi Carbon Double Shot

The Carbon Double Shot is an integrated amplifier with USB-DAC, Bluetooth aptX and MM phono stage from JAVA Hi-Fi, built with extraordinary output power in a remarkably slim chassis. The Carbon Double Shot brings JAVA Hi-Fi's considered engineering to a comprehensive single-chassis solution.

Key specs that matter

Four balanced XLR inputs and one single-ended RCA input are provided, alongside a built-in USB-DAC, Bluetooth aptX wireless streaming and MM phono stage. Output power is a staggering 2 x 400W into 8 ohms, doubling cleanly to 2 x 800W into 4 ohms - an extraordinary figure for an integrated amplifier. At a remarkably slim 440 x 415 x 130mm and 11.6kg, the Carbon Double Shot's considerable output relative to its compact profile reflects substantial internal transformer engineering packed into a space-efficient chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect extraordinary power delivery reflecting the staggering 400/800W output, combined with comprehensive built-in USB-DAC, Bluetooth and MM phono functionality within one remarkably slim integrated chassis.

Pairing

The built-in USB-DAC, Bluetooth aptX and MM phono cover digital, wireless and vinyl sources directly without needing separate outboard components, and the extraordinary 400/800W output suits any loudspeaker load.

Alternatives

JAVA Hi-Fi's own SINGLE SHOT and SINGLE SHOT 400 sit below this flagship model within the same broader amplifier catalogue, worth comparing directly to find the right JAVA Hi-Fi power tier.