This integrated amplifier can channel music from a wide range of modern storage media, including an MP3 player, a USB memory stick, an SD memory card, and a DVD player. There are also connectors for an additional AUX source of sound. The MP3 player connects through an earphone jack, and there is a standard USB socket on the front of the unit and a standard SD card slot. You can connect an iPod to the amplifier via the USB socket. DVD and AUX units link up at the back of the amplifier with RCA connectors.

The case of the unit is made of sturdy metal, painted charcoal grey. The dial controls on the front panel are in the same color and the buttons on the unit are silver. The dial controls include an input selector, balance, bass and treble dials. The volume control is also a dial, but it is distinguished from the other dials on the panel by its larger size. Small silver button provide playback controls of Play/Pause, Stop, Forward, and Back. The unit’s playback display is a black panel with an option of models showing illuminated displays in red characters or blue. The On/Off function is provided by a sturdy two-state switch.

Input of the amplifier can include MP3 files from any of the attached storage media, and recordings can be stored onto a USB stick or SD card, also in the MP3 digital format. This amplifier provides professional quality sound with an impressive peak output power of 1,000 Watts. As well as speaker sockets, the units has RCA connectors for a Record Line Out device.

Technical Pro produces professional sound equipment to high standards. The company is well known in the industry for its innovative design and rugged products. The IA1000 integrated amplifier is a fine example of Technical Pro excellence.