Nagra Reference Preamp – High End in the flesh
20.12.2024 08:20 | ~1 minute read
Nagry has introduced a new Reference Preamp, of the top series. The flagship model of the famous High End equipment manufacturer promises incredible sound quality. The company has not yet made detailed specifications public, but the most important features of the Nagra Reference Preamp are already known.
They are as follows:
– a significantly improved audio signal chain, including the use of special capacitors in the circuit;
– use of new generation high-voltage power supplies generating 200 V DC mains voltage, increased filter capacity in the main power supply;
– mechanical damping of the case with the addition of a phenolic layer in the top panel;
– optional ability to use up to two external power supplies: one for the audio signal section, the second for the controls and switching elements.
The Nagra Reference Preamplifier, as well as the proprietary DAC and phonostage, can operate from a single power supply. Starting with one power supply, a second one can be added later to achieve unprecedented sounds.
Specifications
This product is in the Hi-Fi and High End Electronics and Acoustics database
Preamplifiers — Nagra Reference Preamp
Model name
Reference Preamp
Analog inputs (balanced)
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Analog inputs (single-ended)
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Analog outputs (balanced)
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Analog outputs (single-ended)
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Gain (dBu)
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Input sensitivity (mV)
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Output voltage (V)
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Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)
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Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
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Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
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Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
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Maximum output level (balanced) (dBu)
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Maximum output level (single-ended) (dBu)
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Volume control range (dBu)
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Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
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Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
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Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR, unweighted) (dB)
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Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)
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Dimensions (mm)
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Weight (kg)
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