Solid State Preamp Reviews

Description: Full-function, solid-state control preamplifier. Maximum voltage gain: 16dB to balanced outputs, 10dB to unbalanced outputs (line); 40dB, 50dB, 60dB (phono stage). Line input impedance: 10k ohms (each phase). Phono input impedance: adjustable—50k ohms (default); 100, 250, 500, 1000 ohms supplied; other values available. Output impedance: 300 ohms (each phase). Power consumption: 30W.
Dimensions: 18" W by 3.75" H by 11" D (main unit); 10" W by 3" H by 8" D (power supply). Weight: 25lb (11.5kg).
Serial number of unit reviewed: 3A 0126.
Price: $3250; remote volume control, add $250; phono stage, add $1000 (1998); no longer available (2020). Approximate number of dealers: 25.
Manufacturer: Ayre Acoustics, Inc., 6268 Monarch Park Place, Suite B, Niwot, CO 80503. Tel: (303) 442-7300. Fax: (303) 442-7301. Web: www.ayre.com.