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Gato Audio PRE-1
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Gato Audio PRE-1 is a High-End reference preamp with a fully balanced dual-monoblock circuit, 5 analog inputs (3 RCA, 2 XLR), 2 outputs (RCA and XLR), an OLED display, individually configurable inputs and the ability to install modules: phono corrector, SABRE DAC and network streamer (Roon Ready, Tidal, Spotify, etc.)

Specifications

  • Model name

    PRE-1

  • Inputs (balanced)

    2

  • Inputs (single-ended)

    3

  • MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)

    N/A

  • MM/MC voltage input impedance (Ω)

    MM: 47 000, MC: N/A

  • Output impedance (Ω)

    10

  • Gain (dB)

    MM: 40, MC: 60

  • Playback EQ curves accuracy (dB)

    N/A

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

    7

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

    650 000

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)

    0.001

  • Dimensions (mm)

    325 x 105 x 420

  • Weight (kg)

    10

  • Official link

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