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Preamplifiers — Concert Fidelity CF-080LSX4

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Concert Fidelity CF-080LSX4
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The CF-080LSX4 is a line-level preamplifier from Concert Fidelity, the Japanese company founded by designer Masataka Tsuda. It is a studio-grade version of the CF-080 line and follows the brand's approach of using the shortest practical path for the signal.

Key specs that matter

Connections comprise one XLR input and four RCA inputs, and outputs are provided in both XLR and single-ended form. Gain is switchable between 6 dB and 12 dB. The chassis measures 450 x 100 x 310 mm and weighs 12 kg.

Engineering and use context

The CF-080 line is built around the brand's Direct Signal Path Technology. The two gain settings help fit the unit to power amps with higher or lower input sensitivity, while 100 kohm inputs barely load the connected players.

Specifications

  • Model name

    CF-080LSX4

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    1

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    4

  • Analog outputs (balanced)

    1

  • Analog outputs (single-ended)

    N/A

  • Gain (dBu)

    6 / 12

  • Input sensitivity (mV)

    N/A

  • Output voltage (V)

    N/A

  • Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)

    100 000

  • Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)

    100 000

  • 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)

    N/A

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

    N/A

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

    N/A

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

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    450 x 100 x 310

  • Weight (kg)

    12

  • Official link

    http://www.concertfidelity.jp/reference_series.html#cf080

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