Preamplifiers — Accustic Arts PREAMP V

The PREAMP V is the latest reference-class preamplifier from Accustic Arts, a high-end German manufacturer, flexible thanks to its variety of functions, with a high-resolution transparent display adding further usability. The PREAMP V brings Accustic Arts's most storied German engineering to a serious, feature-rich preamplification format.

Key specs that matter

Three balanced and three single-ended analogue inputs are provided, with three balanced and three single-ended outputs. Input impedance is 50,000 ohms on both connections, with output impedance at 50 ohms on both connections. Frequency response extends up to an exceptional 120,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio (unweighted) is an excellent 102dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.001%. At 128 x 482 x 393mm and 14.5kg, the PREAMP V maintains a substantial reference-class preamplifier chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, reference-class amplification reflecting the exceptional 120kHz upper bandwidth combined with the sub-0.001% distortion figure, with the high-resolution transparent display adding a distinctive visual and functional dimension.

Pairing

The comprehensive three-balanced, three-single-ended input-and-output configuration accommodates an extensive, flexible system setup.

Alternatives

Accustic Arts's own broader preamplifier catalogue offers related alternatives at different price points within the same considered reference-class engineering philosophy.