The ULTIMA PRE 2 is a reference stereo preamplifier featuring aerospace-derived switch-mode power supplies and ultra-low-noise solid-state circuitry designed for zero coloration and an ultra-low noise floor of -130dB. It offers gain matching across its eight individually selectable stereo inputs (4 balanced XLR pairs and 4 unbalanced RCA pairs), alongside an AV bypass input and two unattenuated RCA recording loop outputs. Output options include a main stereo line output (selectable via XLR or RCA), a front-panel 6.35mm (1/4") headphone jack, and three 12V trigger outputs for synchronized system control.
| Input impedance | 100 Ω |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 30 W |
| Frequency range | 10 Hz – 200 kHz ±3 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | -116 dB na všetkých vstupoch |
| THD | 0,002 % 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Output maximum voltage | 17 V RMS |
| Channel separation | 100 dB |
| Operation voltage | 80 - 250 V AC (automatické prepínanie) |
Chord Electronics: British Innovation and Legendary Digital Engineering
British manufacturer Chord Electronics is globally recognized as a premier producer of high-end audio components. Founded in 1989 by John Franks, who transitioned uncompromising quality control standards from the aerospace electronics industry, the company quickly established its reputation. Thanks to extraordinary precision, stability, and revolutionary sound, Chord amplifiers rapidly earned the trust of the world's most prestigious recording studios, including the BBC, Abbey Road, Sony Music New York, and the Royal Opera House. The brand has become a worldwide benchmark for innovation, largely due to its proprietary FPGA-based digital-to-analog converters and advanced upscaling algorithms, which remain at the forefront of digital audio technology.
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Manufacturer information (GPSR)
Manufacturer
Private limited Company
The Pumphouse, Farleigh Lane, East Farleigh Maidstone ME16 9NB United Kingdom.
info@chordelectronics.co.uk