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Based entirely on the famed PS.20 the new entry level whestTWO utilizes approx 90% of the former’s electronic design but with a twist, which is about 10% of the MC REF V. Yes, during the design stages of the whestTWO we made a mad decision to incorporate some of the MC REF V ideas, namely it’s hybrid active/passive RIAA filter stage. Unlike other units at this price point that use the standard ‘input-Passive RIAA filter-output’ configuration, the whestTWO uses an identical configuration which was borrowed from the MC REF V and this can also be found in the PS.30R. This new RIAA configuration along with the high-current output stage means the whestTWO can resolve much more information compared to any of its rivals..... it really does set the standard in the sub-$2,000 category.
'This phono preamp is an audiophile delight. Highs are pristine with very good extension and clarity. Midrange is clean and unembellished. Good, taut bass. Soundstages are recreated with well defined width, depth and height extending beyond the physical boundaries of the speakers. Imaging is pin-point accurate. Lightning fast transient response and iron fisted control creates explosive dynamics. Music emerges from an inky blackness. High transparency and detail means nothing is hidden from the WhestTWO.'
- AudioNZ New Zealand High End Magazine
- Full Dual-Mono configuration
- 2 Box layout with separate multiple voltage and high current power supply
- Ultra low noise input with a frequency response of 1Hz-100KHz
- RIAA curve accuracy to within 0.2dB
- RIAA extension to 50kHz for better definition and ambience
- Hybrid filter configuration
- High current, Class-A discrete output stage
- Fully variable cartridge gain and loading via internal dip switch
- RIAA curve accuracy: 18Hz - 22Khz +/- 0.2dB
- Frequency response: 5Hz - 50Khz -10dB /- 1.0dB
- Working band: 17Hz - 45Khz
- THD+N: 0.01% MM Gain, 40dB MC gain, 65dB internally adjustable only by dealer .
- Connections: Unbalanced
- Connectors: Gold Audiophile
- Unpacked weight: 1.5Kgs
- Packed weight: 2Kgs
- Dimensions: 130mm x 210mm x 42mm
- 350mm x 350mm x 150mm shipping
- Operating voltage: 230VAC 50Hz or 115VAC 60Hz
