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Preamplifiers — Aries Cerat Impera II Signature LE

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Aries Cerat Impera II Signature LE
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The Impera II Signature LE is a special limited-edition preamplifier from Aries Cerat, sharing weight and connectivity with the IMPERA II REF in an exclusive signature treatment. The Impera II Signature LE brings Aries Cerat's most accomplished current engineering to this specific collectible variant.

Key specs that matter

One balanced XLR input and four single-ended RCA inputs are provided, matching the IMPERA II REF's connectivity. Weight is a substantial 110kg, also matching the IMPERA II REF, reflecting serious internal transformer and power-supply componentry consistent with Aries Cerat's uncompromising engineering philosophy.

Sound and use context

Expect the rich, uncompromising character Aries Cerat's broader considered engineering philosophy is known for, delivered here in an exclusive limited-edition treatment sharing core engineering with the IMPERA II REF.

Pairing

Aries Cerat's own monoblock catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings for this flagship-tier preamplifier.

Alternatives

Aries Cerat's own standard IMPERA II REF offers the same core engineering without this specific limited-edition's collectible premium.

Specifications

  • Model name

    Impera II Signature LE

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    1

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    4

  • Analog outputs (balanced)

    N/A

  • Analog outputs (single-ended)

    N/A

  • 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)

    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)

    N/A

  • Weight (kg)

    110

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