Preamplifiers — Accustic Arts TUBE PREAMP V

The TUBE PREAMP V is a tube preamplifier from Accustic Arts, sharing chassis dimensions and connectivity with the PREAMP V PHONO while offering a genuine tube-based circuit topology. The TUBE PREAMP V brings Accustic Arts' considered tube-circuit engineering to line-stage preamplification.

Key specs that matter

Three balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended RCA inputs are provided, with three balanced and three single-ended outputs, matching the PREAMP V PHONO. Input impedance is 50k ohms on both connections, with output impedance at 50 ohms on both connections. Frequency response extends to an extraordinary 120,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio (unweighted) is a solid 103dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.0015%. At 128 x 482 x 393mm and 16kg, the TUBE PREAMP V's somewhat greater weight than the PREAMP V PHONO's 14.5kg reflects the tube-based circuit's characteristic transformer componentry.

Sound and use context

Expect the rich, harmonically engaging tonal character genuine tube-based circuit topology is broadly celebrated for, combined with the solid 103dB signal-to-noise figure and comprehensive six-input, six-output connectivity.

Pairing

The comprehensive six-input, six-output connectivity comfortably accommodates an elaborate multi-source, multi-amplifier system.

Alternatives

Accustic Arts' own TUBE PREAMP V PHONO offers a phono-equipped alternative sharing this tube-based topology within the same broader catalogue.