Solid State Preamp Reviews

Description: Remote-controlled, fully balanced, dual-mono, solid-state preamplifier. Inputs: 4 unbalanced (RCA), 2 balanced (XLR, pin 2 hot). Outputs: 1 pair balanced XLR (main), 2 pairs unbalanced RCA (main), 2 pairs unbalanced tape (RCAs), 12V trigger on 1/8" minijack, RS-232 on female DB-9 connector. Frequency response: 5Hz–100kHz, +0/0.1dB. Maximum gain: 9dB. Maximum output: 12V balanced, 6V unbalanced. Input sensitivity: 200mV–4.0V. THD: 0.002%, 20Hz–20kHz. IMD: "unmeasurable." Signal/noise: 115dB, 20Hz–20kHz. Channel separation: 115dB at 1kHz. Input impedance: 22k ohms. Output impedance: 50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced. Power consumption: 20W standby.
Dimensions: 18.8" (478mm) W by 5.4" (137mm) H by 17.6" (447mm) D. Shipping weight: 40 lbs (18kg).
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: 1493795.
Price: $6900. Approximate number of dealers: 80. Warranty: 10 years.
Manufacturer: Simaudio Ltd., 2002 Ridge Road, Champlain, NY 12919. Tel: (877) 980-2400, (450) 449-2212. Web: www.simaudio.com.