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DESCRIPTION
The ULTIMA PRE 2 is the epitome of high-fidelity preamplification, engineered to provide unparalleled signal purity with zero colouration. With cutting-edge power supply and low-noise circuitry, it achieves an extraordinary -130dB noise floor for pristine sound. This preamplifier offers a wealth of connectivity options, including eight inputs (four XLR, four RCA) and multiple output choices, including a dedicated headphone output. Designed for seamless integration into the finest audio systems, it also features system-triggering capabilities for effortless operation.
Chord Electronics ULTIMA PRE 2 Eight Input Preamplifier
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DESCRIPTION
The ULTIMA PRE 2 is the epitome of high-fidelity preamplification, engineered to provide unparalleled signal purity with zero colouration. With cutting-edge power supply and low-noise circuitry, it achieves an extraordinary -130dB noise floor for pristine sound. This preamplifier offers a wealth of connectivity options, including eight inputs (four XLR, four RCA) and multiple output choices, including a dedicated headphone output. Designed for seamless integration into the finest audio systems, it also features system-triggering capabilities for effortless operation.
FEATURES
Zero Colouration: Preserves the original waveform without adding any distortion or tonal changes, maintaining pure sound quality.
Advanced Power Supply & Low-Noise Circuitry: Utilizes aerospace-inspired switch-mode power supplies and ultra-low-noise solid-state circuits, achieving a remarkable noise floor performance of -130dB.
Comprehensive Connectivity: Offers eight inputs (four XLR balanced, four RCA unbalanced), with gain-matching and individual selection for versatile system integration.
Multiple Output Options: Includes both XLR and RCA stereo outputs to connect to a variety of amplifiers, including stereo and mono block configurations, plus a high-resolution 6.35mm headphone output.
System-Triggering Outputs: Equipped with three outputs for simultaneous start-up of connected equipment with a single button-press.
TECHNICAL SPECS
8 Stereo Inputs and 1 Stereo Outputs / 4x Stereo Balanced XLR Inputs – Line In 1, Line In 2, Line In 3, and Line In 4 / 4x Stereo Unbalanced RCA Inputs – Line In 5, Line In 6, Tape 1, Tape 2 / 1x Stereo Output – Either via Balanced XLR or Unbalanced RCA / 2x Stereo Outputs – RCA unattenuated for recording loop / 1x Stereo Balanced XLR AV Bypass Input
Frequency response: 10Hz – 200kHz +/- 3dB
THD: 0.002% 20Hz – 20 kHz
Signal to noise ratio: -102dB on all inputs
Input Impedance: 100 kΩ
Output impedance: 100Ω
Input maximum voltage: 10V RMS
Output maximum voltage: 17V RMS
Selectable gain: x0.5, x1, x1.5, x2, x2.5, and x3
Channel separation: 100dB
Operation voltage: 80-250V AC auto-switching
Power consumption: 30W
Dimensions Without Integra Legs: 420mm (w) x 355mm (d) x 133mm (h)
Dimensions With Included Integra Legs: 480mm (w) x 355mm (d) x 173mm (h)
