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Trafomatic Audio Tara 30A
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The Tara 30A is a preamplifier from Trafomatic Audio, sitting above the Evolution Line One with comprehensive three-plus-one balanced-and-single-ended connectivity and an exceptionally wide bandwidth. The Tara 30A brings Trafomatic's considered engineering to a more comprehensive line-level signal control format.
Key specs that matter
Three balanced XLR inputs and one single-ended input are provided, with two balanced and two single-ended outputs - considerably more comprehensive connectivity than the Evolution Line One. Output impedance is 25 ohms on both connections - considerably lower than the Evolution Line One's 150 ohms. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 5Hz to 200,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB - considerably wider than the Evolution Line One's 65,000Hz. Signal-to-noise ratio is 98dB unweighted - considerably better than the Evolution Line One's 85dB. At 470 x 350 x 120mm and 22kg, the Tara 30A represents a more substantial preamplifier commitment than the Evolution Line One.
Sound and use context
Expect the rich, harmonically resonant character tube-based preamplification is broadly celebrated for, with the exceptionally wide 5Hz-200kHz bandwidth combined with the considerably improved 98dB signal-to-noise figure representing Trafomatic's more accomplished current preamplifier engineering.
Pairing
Trafomatic's own EOS and Evolution Elegance power amplifiers offer natural, brand-coherent pairings within the same broader catalogue.
Alternatives
Trafomatic's own Evolution Line One offers a more accessible alternative within the same broader catalogue.
Key specs that matter
Three balanced XLR inputs and one single-ended input are provided, with two balanced and two single-ended outputs - considerably more comprehensive connectivity than the Evolution Line One. Output impedance is 25 ohms on both connections - considerably lower than the Evolution Line One's 150 ohms. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 5Hz to 200,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB - considerably wider than the Evolution Line One's 65,000Hz. Signal-to-noise ratio is 98dB unweighted - considerably better than the Evolution Line One's 85dB. At 470 x 350 x 120mm and 22kg, the Tara 30A represents a more substantial preamplifier commitment than the Evolution Line One.
Sound and use context
Expect the rich, harmonically resonant character tube-based preamplification is broadly celebrated for, with the exceptionally wide 5Hz-200kHz bandwidth combined with the considerably improved 98dB signal-to-noise figure representing Trafomatic's more accomplished current preamplifier engineering.
Pairing
Trafomatic's own EOS and Evolution Elegance power amplifiers offer natural, brand-coherent pairings within the same broader catalogue.
Alternatives
Trafomatic's own Evolution Line One offers a more accessible alternative within the same broader catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
Tara 30A
Analog inputs (balanced)
3
Analog inputs (single-ended)
1
Analog outputs (balanced)
2
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)
N/A
Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
25
Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
25
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)
5
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
200 000
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR, unweighted) (dB)
98
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
470 x 350 x 120
Weight (kg)
22
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