BRAND: Audio Research SERIES: Reference 20 TYPE: Line-Stage Preamplifier OVERVIEW The Audio Research Reference 20 is a flagship line-stage preamplifier created to redefine the limits of preamplifier performance. Developed without constraint, its mechanical structure, electrical design and material selection have all been reconsidered in pursuit of exceptional sonic transparency. More than an evolution of an […]
BRAND: Audio Research SERIES: Reference 7 TYPE: Line-Stage Preamplifier OVERVIEW The Audio Research Reference 7 is a new-generation line-stage preamplifier developed from the same ground-up platform as the flagship Reference 20. Rather than refining an existing design, it brings the company’s latest engineering advances into a more accessible reference preamplifier, with a clear focus on
BRAND: MASTER FIDELITY SERIES: NADAC L Preamplifier TYPE: Preamplifier A beautiful no compromise design Line Stage Preamplifier with unique functionalities to accompany and magnify the revolutionary True 1 Bit NADAC D and unmatched precision NADAC C performances Based on NADAC D experience of designing and producing custom components, NADAC L features a dedicated volume control
BRAND: EMM LABS SERIES: PREi Preamplifier TYPE: Preamplifiers For decades, EMM Labs Inc. has recognized that the analog preamplifier lies at the very heart of a true reference music system—where absolute transparency, musical integrity, and uncompromising design are essential. This philosophy has driven continuous innovation, from the pioneering Meitner PA6i through the award-winning EMM Labs
BRAND: McIntosh SERIES: C2800 2-Channel Vacuum Tube PreamplifierTYPE: Preamplifier OVERVIEW 16 inputs: 7 analog, 2 phono, 7 digital 4 Vacuum Tubes: (3) 12AX7A and (1) 12AT7 Dedicated Subwoofer output Controllable by McIntosh Connect app Includes Processor Loop Supports 24-bit/192kHz and DSD512 files Roon Tested A MASTERPIECE OF ENGINEERING The C2800 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier is a
BRAND: McIntosh SERIES: C55 2-Channel Solid State PreamplifierTYPE: Preamplifier OVERVIEW 16 inputs: 7 analog, 2 phono, 7 digital Dedicated Subwoofer output Controllable by McIntosh Connect app Includes Processor Loop and 8-band analog equalizer Supports 24-bit/192kHz and DSD512 files Roon Tested A TRUE INDUSTRY LEADER The C55 Preamplifier is a pinnacle of sonic excellence designed for
Maximum Control and Configurability. The C12000 Preamplifier is the next generation of our acclaimed two-chassis preamplifier design. The two-chassis design allows the audio section to be completely separated from the control and power sections. The absolute isolation of a preamplifier’s two main functions – control and sound – is achieved by this unusual but effective
BRAND: McIntosh SERIES: C8 PreamplifierTYPE: Preamplifier OVERVIEW The C8 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier has an open chassis industrial design similar to our popular MC275 Vacuum Tube Amplifier, MC830 Solid State Amplifier, and MA252 and MA352 Integrated Amplifiers. Powered by four 12AX7a vacuum tubes housed inside stylish protective cages. Comes with 1 balanced and 2 unbalanced analog inputs,
BRAND: Pass Labs SERIES: Pass XP-12 TYPE: Preamplifier The new XP-12 starts with a new power supply. It uses an efficient toroidal design with both an electrostatic and Mu metal shield along with vacuum impregnating and epoxy fill. This gives us a very quiet transformer both electrically and mechanically. The power supply circuitry itself is
BRAND: Pass Labs SERIES: Pass XP-27TYPE: Phono Preamplifier The twin chassis XP-27 eclipses the already exceptional performance of the well-reviewed and well-received XP-15, XP-25 & XP-17: delivering enhanced RIAA performance at a fraction of the previous distortion. The new design uses double shielded low noise toroidal transformers in external supply connected via aviation grade circular
