Solid State Preamp Reviews

Description: Remote-controlled line-stage preamplifier. Maximum gain: 18dB. Output impedance: 150 ohms balanced, 49 ohms unbalanced. Input impedance: 10k ohms unbalanced, 20k ohms balanced. Frequency response: DC–100kHz ±0.05dB. Distortion: <0.002%. Signal/noise ratio: –118dB. Maximum output: 24V RMS. Sensitivity: 350mV for 3V output at 1kHz.
Dimensions: 17.6" W by 14" D by 3.5" H (preamp); 8.75" W by 12" D by 4" H (power-supply).
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 11389 (preamp), 11379 (power supply).
Prices: $5250 in black, $5350 in "silver pewter" (1994צ1998); no longer available (2009) Approximate number of dealers: 85.
Manufacturer: Threshold, Sacramento, CA 95842 (1995); Threshold Audio, Inc., PO Box 41736, Houston, TX 77241. Tel: (713) 466-1411. Fax: (713) 895-8757. Web: www.threshold-audio.com (2009).