Solid State Preamp Reviews

Description: Single-chassis, remote-controlled, full-function solid-state preamplifier with integral moving-coil phono stage. Inputs: 6 balanced line (XLR), 1 unbalanced line (RCA), 1 balanced phono (XLR). Outputs: 1 balanced (XLR), 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 headphone (1/4" phone jack). Tape/processor loop: unbalanced (RCA) inputs and outputs. Input sensitivity: 250mV for unity gain. Input impedance, line: 10k ohms, all inputs. Input impedance, phono: 8 user-selectable levels, 10–1k ohms. Output impedance: 66 ohms. Frequency response: 0Hz–>200kHz. Line-stage gain: user-selectable, 12dB/14dB. Phono-stage gain: user-selectable, 73dB/75dB. Phono EQ: user-selectable, RIAA/Schellack. Maximum output: user-selectable. Distortion (THD): <0.001%. Signal/noise ratio: >107dB at <2V output. Phase: noninverting at all outputs (balanced connections: pin 1 = ground, pin 2 = negative, pin 3 = positive).
Dimensions: 19" (482mm) W by 3.375" (95mm) H by 13.5" (342mm) D. Weight: 21 lbs (9.6kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 503039.
Price: $15,999. Approximate number of dealers: 25. Warranty: 3 years parts & labor.
Manufacturer: Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH, Kolonnenstrasse 30G, 10829 Berlin, Germany. Tel: (49) 030-787968-0. Fax: (49) 030-787968-68. US distributor: Immedia, 1101 Eighth Street, Suite 210, Berkeley, CA 94710. Tel: (510) 559-2050. Fax: (510) 559-1855. Web: www.immediasound.com.