K-5xe preamplifier

Ayre's K-5x preamplifier combines peerless musical performance with stunning visual design. The exclusive fully-balanced, zero-feedback circuitry renders music with vitality and life. Its custom-designed volume control is actuated by a silky smooth optical encoder, using FET switches and precision metal-film resistors to deliver absolute sonic transparency. The massive power transformer effortlessly provides startlingly real musical dynamics. The Ayre K-5x will transport you to a new world of musical enjoyment.

Features

• Zero feedback, fully balanced discrete circuitry
• 66 step volume control, each of 1.0 dB
• Four inputs: two balanced, two single-ended
• Proprietary volume control with FET switches & metal film resistors
• Ayre Conditioner (patent pending) Power-Line RFI Filter
• Control microprocessor is turned off except when executing a command
• Input selector also switches ground connection, so that all source components are completely disconnected except for the one selected
• "Theater" mode for use with surround-sound processor is assignable to any input, allowing use with balanced or single-ended processors

• Optional metal remote features beautifully finished milled aluminum with five lighted buttons. For the ultimate in luxury and feel when controlling the K-5x. 

Specifications

Input Impedance
20 kohm (per phase)

Output Impedance
55 ohm (per phase)

Frequency Response
DC - 200 kHz

Maximum Gain
4 dB - unbalanced outputs
10 dB - balanced outputs

Maximum Input Level
4 Vrms - unbalanced inputs
8 Vrms - balanced inputs

Power Consumption
10 watts

Dimensions
17.25" W x 13.75" D x 4.75" H
(43.8cm x 35cm x 12cm)

Weight
25 pounds (11.5 kg)