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Preamplifiers — Lamm Industries LL2.1

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Lamm Industries LL2.1
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The LL2.1 is a preamplifier from Lamm Industries, sharing the LP2.1 Phono's chassis dimensions with an exceptionally wide bandwidth. The LL2.1 brings Lamm's considered engineering to dedicated line-level signal control.

Key specs that matter

Three single-ended inputs are provided, with two single-ended outputs. Input impedance is 50,000 ohms single-ended. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 1.5Hz to 400,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB - a remarkable range extending far beyond audible limits. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is 0.03%. At 11.4 x 48.2 x 35.2mm and 9.1kg, the LL2.1 shares the LP2.1 Phono's chassis footprint with somewhat less mass.

Sound and use context

Expect a distinctive hybrid character combining tube-stage warmth with solid-state precision, with the exceptionally wide 1.5Hz-400kHz bandwidth reflecting Lamm's uncompromising engineering philosophy.

Pairing

Lamm's own LP2.1 Phono offers a natural, brand-coherent pairing within the same broader catalogue.

Alternatives

Other manufacturers' comparable hybrid tube-and-solid-state preamplifiers offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare features at a similar price point.

Specifications

  • Model name

    LL2.1

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    N/A

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    3

  • Analog outputs (balanced)

    N/A

  • Analog outputs (single-ended)

    2

  • Gain (dBu)

    N/A

  • Input sensitivity (mV)

    N/A

  • Output voltage (V)

    N/A

  • Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    50 000

  • Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    N/A

  • Maximum output level (balanced) (dBu)

    N/A

  • Maximum output level (single-ended) (dBu)

    N/A

  • Volume control range (dBu)

    N/A

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    1.5

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    400 000

  • Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR, unweighted) (dB)

    N/A

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)

    0.03

  • Dimensions (mm)

    11.4 × 48.2 × 35.2

  • Weight (kg)

    9.1

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