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Preamplifiers — YBA GENESIS PRE5A
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YBA GENESIS PRE5A
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The GENESIS PRE5A is a preamplifier from YBA, part of the Genesis lineage, built with an exceptionally low distortion figure. The GENESIS PRE5A brings YBA's considered engineering to dedicated line-level signal control.
Key specs that matter
One balanced XLR input and two single-ended inputs are provided, with one balanced and two single-ended outputs. Gain is 6dBu. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds a strong 105dB unweighted, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under an exceptionally low 0.003%. At 430 x 388 x 115mm and 10kg, the GENESIS PRE5A represents a substantial preamplifier commitment within the Genesis lineage.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, transparent signal handling reflecting the strong over-105dB signal-to-noise figure and near-immeasurable 0.003% distortion figure, consistent with YBA's broader considered French engineering philosophy.
Pairing
YBA's own power amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings for a coherently voiced, entirely YBA-based system.
Alternatives
YBA's own PASSION PRE550A offers a more comprehensively connected alternative within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.
Key specs that matter
One balanced XLR input and two single-ended inputs are provided, with one balanced and two single-ended outputs. Gain is 6dBu. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds a strong 105dB unweighted, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under an exceptionally low 0.003%. At 430 x 388 x 115mm and 10kg, the GENESIS PRE5A represents a substantial preamplifier commitment within the Genesis lineage.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, transparent signal handling reflecting the strong over-105dB signal-to-noise figure and near-immeasurable 0.003% distortion figure, consistent with YBA's broader considered French engineering philosophy.
Pairing
YBA's own power amplifier catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings for a coherently voiced, entirely YBA-based system.
Alternatives
YBA's own PASSION PRE550A offers a more comprehensively connected alternative within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
GENESIS PRE5A
Analog inputs (balanced)
1
Analog inputs (single-ended)
2
Analog outputs (balanced)
1
Analog outputs (single-ended)
2
Gain (dBu)
6
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)
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)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR, unweighted) (dB)
>105
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)
<0.003
Dimensions (mm)
430 x 388 x 115
Weight (kg)
10
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