F-01 B

Esoteric launches the limited "Black Edition" of the F-Series Integrated Amplifiers: the F-01, F-02 and PS-01F

Tokyo, JP (September 30, 2026) — Esoteric is proud to announce the release of the special, limited "Black Edition" of brand’s F-Series integrated amplifiers, the F-01, F-02 and PS-01F, starting October 2026. The "Black Edition" features a meticulously finished, black-anodized exterior. The surface textures and finishes have been carefully selected to accentuate the true beauty of black.

Introducing the F-01 / F-02 / PS-01F

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F-01 B, PS-01F B

The "Finest" Integrated Amplifier You Could Ever Want - The new F Series integrated amplifiers are the culmination of a range of technologies designed to fulfill your ideals. Incorporating all of the preamp and power amp developments from the flagship Grandioso "X" Edition, the new F Series integrated amplifiers deliver outstanding musicality that captures the rich textures of music in a single integrated amplifier. The PS-01F is an external power supply for the audio circuitry of the preamp section, designed to further enhance the sound quality of the F-01/F-02.

The limited "Black Edition" features a meticulously finished, black-anodized exterior. The surface textures and finishes have been carefully selected to accentuate the true beauty of black.

F-01 B (Class A, 30 WPC/8 Ω)

F-02 B (120 WPC/8 Ω)

PS-01F B

F-01 B / F-02 B ― Key Features

Preamplifier Section

A fully balanced dual mono preamp in the direct line of the Grandioso C1X
"Ultra Fidelity Attenuator System", a stepped attenuator circuit developed by Esoteric
Volume can be adjusted in 0.1dB/1,120* steps with our proprietary attenuator module "UFA-1792"

*Preamp gain setting: at +12dB
3 inputs of “ES-Link Analog”, a unique and proprietary current transmission system
Two headphone outputs (balanced 4-pin XLR / unbalanced 6.3mm) with built-in fully balanced

dual mono headphone amplifier
Dual mono phonostage preamp (RCA x 1, MM/MC)
3-band balanced tone control, independently adjustable for each input source
ES-Link Analog(x1) /XLR (x1) pre-out for connecting the S-05XE as an external power amplifier
Dedicated DC power connector for connecting the PS-01F external power supply dedicated to the

built-in preamp
Preamp gain can be adjusted in 4 steps (0/+6/+12/+18dB) to match the connected power amplifier

Amplifier Section

Simple and straightforward circuit design based on Grandioso S1X (F-01 B) and Grandioso M1X (F-02 B)
F-01 B: Class A 30 WPC/8Ω F-02 B: 120 WPC/8Ω
Excellent power linearity and driving power (F-01 B: 60 WPC/4Ω F-02 B: 240 WPC/4Ω)
All stages of the power rectification and smoothing circuit are configured with dual monaural

design
Powerful bipolar transistor 3-parallel push-pull configuration
Huge 940VA EI core power transformer
Channel-independent Grandioso grade custom block capacitors (10,000μF x 4/ch)
Custom wave-shaped heat sinks to reduce peak resonance

Other Features

Independently adjustable input gains (±18dB; 0.1dB steps)
L/R channel balance (0.1dB steps)
AV through output (volume bypass) ensures seamless coexistence with AV systems
Aluminum body remote controller (RC-1339) can also be used to operate Esoteric's SACD players and network players
Displayed source device names can be programed
Mute, dimmer and automatic display-off functions
Control functions (RS-232C, trigger input / output)

PS-01F B ― Key Features

Dedicated external power supply for the F-01/F-02’s preamp audio circuitry
Isolates preamp power supply from the amplifier and increases capacitance for higher sound quality
Extra-large 200VA toroidal transformer
High capacitance power supply rectifier (27,200μF × 2)
Highly rigid, heavy-duty, thick aluminum panel enclosure
Esoteric’s unique pinpoint isolation feet with unique positioning of three support points
Semi-floating top plate for a more spacious and open sound
High-quality sound DC cable included (1.5m / 1 cable)

Rear panel (F-01 B / F-02 B)

Pricing & Availability

The Black Edition will be available in the U.S., UK, and Europe starting in October 2026.

MSRPs are as follows:

F-01 B

US $21,000

EU €22,000.00

UK £21,999.00

F-02 B

US $21,000

EU €20,000.00

UK £19,999.00

PS-01F B

US $5,700

EU €5,500.00

UK £5,499.00

SPECIFICATIONS

About Esoteric
The design goal of Esoteric is to recreate the original master sound.

Esoteric is a high-end audio manufacturer established in 1987. Based in Tokyo, all products (ranging from network audio players, SACD players, DACs to amplifiers) are hand built in our factory to exacting standards. Cutting edge technologies, engineering excellence, state-of-the- art Japanese craftsmanship and passion for innovation-all coming together to unveil new dimensions in musical experience.