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Preamplifiers — Aries Cerat VIRGO

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Aries Cerat VIRGO
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The VIRGO is a preamplifier from Aries Cerat, built with a solid signal-to-noise ratio and substantial chassis mass. The VIRGO brings Aries Cerat's considered engineering to line-stage preamplification.

Key specs that matter

One balanced XLR input and one single-ended RCA input are provided. Gain is 26dBu. Signal-to-noise ratio (unweighted) is a solid 110dB. At 520 x 400 x 310mm and 95kg, the VIRGO's considerable weight reflects serious internal transformer and power-supply componentry consistent with Aries Cerat's uncompromising engineering philosophy.

Sound and use context

Expect clean signal handling reflecting the solid 110dB signal-to-noise figure, consistent with Aries Cerat's broader uncompromising engineering approach applied to this more compact-connectivity preamplifier.

Pairing

Aries Cerat's own monoblock catalogue, including the Ianus QuintEssence sharing identical chassis dimensions, offers a natural, brand-coherent pairing.

Alternatives

Aries Cerat's own INCITO and IMPERA II REF offer alternatives with more comprehensive connectivity within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.

Specifications

  • Model name

    VIRGO

  • Analog inputs (balanced)

    1

  • Analog inputs (single-ended)

    1

  • Analog outputs (balanced)

    N/A

  • Analog outputs (single-ended)

    N/A

  • Gain (dBu)

    26

  • 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)

    110

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)

    N/A

  • Dimensions (mm)

    520 x 400 x 310

  • Weight (kg)

    95

  • Official link

    https://aries-cerat.com/virgo-preamplifier-product-page/

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