Solid State Preamp Reviews

Sidebar 2: Specifications

Description: Solid-state, stereo line preamplifier with "MBL Unity Gain," remote control, and MBL SmartLink connectivity. Inputs: 5 pairs single-ended (RCA), 2 pairs balanced (XLR), and option for either phono MC (RCA) or 3rd pair balanced (XLR). Outputs: 5 pairs variable outputs in two groups—(Group 1) 2 single-ended (RCA) + 1 balanced (XLR), (Group 2) 1 single-ended (RCA) + 1 balanced (XLR)—and 2 pairs fixed outputs, 1 single-ended (RCA) and 1 balanced (XLR). Input impedance: 2.3k ohms (CD-In), 10k ohms (XLR-In), 50k ohms (Aux-In), 100 ohms (optional MC-In/internally adjustable). Output impedance: 100 ohms (RCA), 200 ohms (XLR). Voltage gain: For RCA and XLR out, 0dB in Unity Gain, 8dB in Regular Gain. Frequency range: DC–200 kHz (RCA and XLR) for all line-level inputs and outputs. S/N (A-weighted): 123dB (RCA), 117dB (XLR) in Unity Gain mode. THD+N: 0.001% for all line in and out in Unity Gain Mode. Maximum output: 8V RMS (XLR and RCA).
Dimensions: 17.7" (450mm) W × 17.7" (450mm) D × 5.9" (150mm) H. Weight 40lb (18 kg).
Finishes: Black/Gold, Black/Palinux, White/Gold, White/Palinux.
Serial number of unit reviewed: N10453. Manufactured in Germany.
Price: $14,600. Approximate number of US dealers: 10. Warranty: 5 years.
Manufacturer: MBL Akustikgerate GmbH & Co. KG. Kurfurstendamm 182, D-10707, Berlin, Germany Tel: +49 (0) 30 2300584-0 Web: mbl.de. US Distributor: MBL North America, Inc. 217 N. Seacrest Blvd. #276 Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Tel: (561) 735-9300. Web: mbl-northamerica.com