Preamplifiers — Gryphon Audio ESSENCE PREAMPLIFIER

The ESSENCE PREAMPLIFIER is a preamplifier with a built-in phono input from Gryphon Audio, sharing the ESSENCE power amplifier's more accessible chassis aesthetic. The ESSENCE PREAMPLIFIER brings Gryphon's considered engineering to a more accessible dedicated line-level and phono signal control format.

Key specs that matter

Two balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided, with one balanced and one single-ended output. Gain is 18dBu. Input impedance is 50,000 ohms balanced or 25,000 ohms single-ended. Output impedance is 15 ohms balanced or 22.5 ohms single-ended. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under an exceptionally low 0.005%. At 470 x 165 x 385mm and 13.4kg, the ESSENCE PREAMPLIFIER maintains a more accessible entry into Gryphon's uncompromising preamplifier catalogue.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, transparent signal handling reflecting the exceptionally low 0.005% distortion figure, with the built-in phono input covering vinyl directly, delivered at a more accessible tier within Gryphon's broader uncompromising engineering philosophy.

Pairing

The built-in phono input covers a turntable directly, and Gryphon's own ESSENCE power amplifier offers a natural, matching pairing.

Alternatives

Gryphon's own COMMANDER offers a more comprehensively connected flagship-tier alternative without a built-in phono input within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.