Knif Audio Aski
Standalone MM/MC phono preamplifier for vinyl transfer
PreampPrice not published
Specifications
- Type
- Preamp
- Description
- Standalone MM/MC phono preamplifier for vinyl transfer
- Topology
- hybrid: discrete cascode JFET input (four parallel LSK389 in MC mode) with OPA828
- Signal path
- Analog
- Channels
- 2
- Channel format
- stereo
- Form factor
- rack
- Rack units
- 1U
- Country of manufacture
- Finland
Details
Controls: MM/MC input selection; selectable 20 Hz 12 dB/oct high-pass filter; adjustable gain; cartridge load options; RIAA equalization
I/O: RCA female inputs (Neutrik, gold-plated); XLR male outputs (Neutrik, 3-pin, gold-plated). Output impedance 100 Ohm balanced, non-floating; max level +27.0 dBu into 600 Ohm, +30.0 dBu into 100 kOhm
Notes: RIAA accuracy better than 0.15 dB; THD+N <0.005%. Main unit 430 x 210 x 44 mm, 2.3 kg; external power supply 225 x 146 x 65 mm, 1.7 kg. Manufacturer list price EUR 2,900 ex VAT/duties/shipping; no USD price published so price_usd left blank.