Powersoft has launched Nota, a versatile, ultra-compact PoE/PoE+ amplifier designed to meet the varied needs of AV system integrators and integrate seamlessly into a diverse range of networked audio environments.
Claudio Lastrucci, Powersoft Co-founder and R&D Director, unveiled Nota at Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona. Offering exceptional performance and flexibility in AoIP applications where space is limited, Nota joins Powersoft’s growing portfolio of high-end audio solutions for the fixed-installation market, which also includes the cloud-based Unica amplifier platform and the compact Mezzo series, among others.
Nota provides 140W of power across two channels in a pocked-sized footprint, making it an ideal solution for commercial, conferencing and retrofit installations. Its ability to transmit power and data via a single Ethernet connection streamlines installation, reducing costs and minimising wiring complexity – meaning it is also well suited to IT integrators without in-depth technical knowledge.
Nota’s headline features include on-board DSP capabilities, speaker health monitoring and full control via both Powersoft’s ArmoníaPlus software and third-party APIs. The amplifier’s USB-C connectivity allows easy integration with external multimedia devices, doubling as a USB-to-AES67 converter for enhanced system flexibility, while its automated set-up automatically matches the impedance curve of connected speakers and applies a high-pass filter – optimising sound quality and protecting speakers from potential damage by ensuring efficient power transfer.
Nota is rated for plenum mounting in enclosed spaces, and the provided kit allows multiple installation configurations on flat surfaces, poles and DIN rails. Additionally, remote monitoring via Powersoft’s Verso gateway and MyUniverso software provides real-time diagnostics from anywhere.
“With Nota, we set out to create a versatile amplifier that could expand existing systems by integrating seamlessly with existing networked installations while enabling the easy and cost-effective creation of new systems, regardless of your level of expertise,” explains Claudio Lastrucci. “By offering streamlined set-up, modularity, flexibility and efficient operation in an ultra-compact form factor, Nota is a significant breakthrough for integrators working in environments where space is at a premium.”
ISE 2025 is the first event in a year-long celebration of Powersoft’s 30th anniversary. ISE visitors are invited to drop by the Powersoft stand to talk about Nota and toast the Italian company’s 30 years of pro-audio innovation.
