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PrimaLuna - EVO 100 (EL34) - Tube Preamplifier

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Discover unprecedented audio purity with the PrimaLuna EVO 100 (EL34) - the golden standard of Tube Preamplifiers. Nestled within its substantial 37.5 pound body, this preamplifier houses a perfect symphony of top-tier components to deliver a sound that is as pure, detailed, and vibrantly textured as it is captivating. Dual toroidal power transformers minimise magnetic noise pollution while the dual-mono design, crafted like two discrete preamplifiers in one box, gives an otherworldly sense of space and depth. The inclusion of twin 5AR4 rectifier tubes - a luxury found only in models costing $10k or more - creates a 3D audio ambience that shivers down your spine. Night-polluting volume control chips are absent, replaced with the gold standard Japanese Alps Blue Velvet potentiometer, and a perfect 100K ohm impedance from the PerfectMatch circuit ensures that every component is performing at its peak. And this is only the tip of the iceberg. Embrace the silence, immerse in the detail, feel the texture - this is PrimaLuna. It's more than sound. It's a feeling.

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PrimaLuna EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier

Elevate your audio experience beyond ordinary perception with the singular PrimaLuna EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier. Featuring unparalleled dual Toroidal power transformers, this outstanding preamp reduces magnetic field pollution and acoustic noise by eightfold compared to conventional transformers, ensuring your music retains exceptional clarity and detail.

PrimaLuna doesn’t compromise in its pursuit of stellar audio quality; Each EVO 100 is fitted with massive, robust toroidal transformers, housed in a protective metal casing and encased in a non-microphonic resin for extended durability. With a substantial weight of 37.5 pounds, this is a preamp that conveys its gravitas through build quality as much as sound.

Valuing tube rectification as the gold standard, PrimaLuna has engineered the EVO 100 with two 5AR4 rectifier tubes in a dual-mono design that offers a more generous, textured, and vibrant presentation of music. Coupled with the Japanese Alps Blue Velvet potentiometer, synonymous with precise tracking and smooth operation, this model eradicates undesirable electronic 'sheen', preserving the warmth and authenticity of your music.

The EVO 100 benefits from superquiet line inputs, point-to-point wiring, and an innovative smartgain design that minimizes noise and amplifies subtleties. Infusing timeless craft with cutting-edge tech, the PrimaLuna EVO 100 dual-mono design delivers extraordinary stereo imaging and an audacious sense of sonic space.

Designed with a PerfectMatch circuit for optimal compatibility with tube source components, the EVO 100 opens up a vast landscape of sound that you can colour to your own tastes with the 12AU7 tubes. Give yourself the gift of sublime sound and timeless elegance in one with PrimaLuna EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier.

Product Features:

  1. Dual Toroidal Power Transformers: In the realm of audio products, toroidal power transformers are the gold standard. They emit one-tenth of the magnetic field compared to standard transformers, ensuring your music remains pure and crystal clear. PrimaLuna uses colossal, potted toroidal transformers for unparalleled performance, each one encased in a protective metal housing for enhanced durability.

  2. Tube Rectification: PrimaLuna delivers the natural textures, vibrancy, and rich sound that only tube rectification can provide. The EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier does not simply use one rectifier tube, but two, creating an audacious three-dimensional sound that will leave your senses tingling.

  3. Japanese Alps Blue Velvet Potentiometer: This motorized potentiometer, renowned for perfect tracking and smooth operation, guards against electronic 'sheen' interfering with the authentic warmth of your music.

  4. Superquiet Line Inputs: Each EVO 100 features premium quality sealed relays for input selection, significantly reducing noise leakage from other sources and enhancing the purity of your audio experience.

  5. Point-to-point Wiring: PrimaLuna's commitment to top-tier audio extends to their wiring. Each signal path, resistors, and capacitors are meticulously hand-wired with heavy-gauge cable for superior sound transmission.

  6. Dual-mono Design: As a defining trait of elite preamps, PrimaLuna's dual-mono design assures transcendent stereo imaging and a mesmerizing sense of sonic space.

  7. SmartGain Design: With a gain specification of only 12dB, the EVO 100's SmartGain feature ensures minimal noise interference, enhancing your listening experience.

  8. New Front-end Circuitry: Offering you the flexibility to tailor your audio experience, 12AU7 tubes allow for a rich, personalized tonal balance, while the provision to tube roll offers the final 10% of YOUR perfect sound.

  9. PerfectMatch: Ensuring the optimal compatibility with tube source components, PrimaLuna's exclusive PerfectMatch circuit presents a flawless 100K ohm impedance.

Benefits:

  1. Acoustic Excellence: Thanks to its superior construction and engineering, enjoy the unparalleled clarity and immersive auditory experiences provided by the EVO 100.

  2. Authentic Sound: Experience the authentic warmth and richness of music, faithfully reproduced, without the electronic 'sheen' often associated with digital sound.

  3. Quiet Operation: With its quiet line inputs and superquiet design, the EVO 100 ensures a noise-free listening experience void of interruptions.

  4. Durable and Resilient: With dual toroidal transformers encased in a non-microphonic resin, enjoy uninterrupted music enjoyment for years to come.

  5. Easy Customization: Tune the tonal balance to your liking with the flexibility of 12AU7 tubes and broad range of vintage new-old-stock 12AU7's available.

  6. Enhanced Compatibility: PerfectMatch ensures optimal performance when paired with tube source components, making the EVO 100 a perfect partner for your top-tier audio setup.

Specifications:

Product Name PrimaLuna - EVO 100 (EL34) - Tube Preamplifier
Key Features DUAL TOROIDAL POWER TRANSFORMERS, TUBE RECTIFIED, JAPANESE ALPS BLUE VELVET POTENTIOMETER, SUPERQUIET LINE INPUTS, POINT TO POINT WIRING, NO INTERNAL DAC / NO INTERNAL PHONOSTAGE, DUAL-MONO DESIGN, SMARTGAIN DESIGN, NEW FRONT-END CIRCUITRY, PERFECTMATCH
Inputs 4x Stereo RCA
Outputs 2x Stereo RCA, Stereo RCA Tape Out
Gain 10.8 dB
Frequency Response 28Hz-50kHz +/- 1dB, 15Hz-80kHz +/- 3dB
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.2% @ 2V
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 93dB, 100dBA
Input Sensitivity 580mV
Input Impedance 220kΩ
Output Impedance 2800Ω
Power Consumption 52 Watts
Standard Tube Complement 2 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AU7, 2 x 5AR4
Product Dimensions 405 mm x 280 mm x 190 mm (L x W x H)
Product Weight 14 kg

The PrimaLuna EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier, expertly crafted and carefully engineered, offers nothing less than the exceptional, reinventing your relationship with music. Each note is delivered with stunning clarity, immense detail, and a vibrancy that awakens your senses and immerses you in the richness of sound.

This preamp not only delivers exceptional audio performance but will also impress with its significant weight and timeless aesthetic. Its ingenious design, thoughtful features, and unwavering commitment to quality set it apart from conventional preamps. The sublime combination of the industry-leading Japanese Alps Blue Velvet potentiometer and the PerfectMatch circuit delightfully tune into your unique musical preferences, while the powerful dual-mono design ensures awe-inspiring stereo imaging and an indomitable sonic depth.

It is more than just a preamp—it is a bold proclamation of your love for distinguished audio quality and sophistication. Give yourself the luxury of sublime sound and refined elegance that promises to transform your listening experience, introducing a depth you didn't think was possible.

Dare to indulge in the extraordinary musicality of The PrimaLuna EVO 100 EL34 Tube Preamplifier, available at The Audio Tailor, Australia's #1 Hi-Fi store. Contact us via phone at 1300 308 711, email sales@theaudiotailor.com.au, or visit our Brisbane Store at Unit 9/20 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172.

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Specifications Details
Product Name PrimaLuna - EVO 100 (EL34) - Tube Preamplifier
Key Features DUAL TOROIDAL POWER TRANSFORMERS, TUBE RECTIFIED, JAPANESE ALPS BLUE VELVET POTENTIOMETER, SUPERQUIET LINE INPUTS, POINT TO POINT WIRING, NO INTERNAL DAC / NO INTERNAL PHONOSTAGE, DUAL-MONO DESIGN, SMARTGAIN DESIGN, NEW FRONT-END CIRCUITRY, PERFECTMATCH
Inputs 4x Stereo RCA
Outputs 2x Stereo RCA, Stereo RCA Tape Out
Gain 10.8 dB
Frequency Response 28Hz-50kHz +/- 1dB, 15Hz-80kHz +/- 3dB
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.2% @ 2V
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 93dB, 100dBA
Input Sensitivity 580mV
Input Impedance 220kΩ
Output Impedance 2800Ω
Power Consumption 52 Watts
Standard Tube Complement 2 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AU7, 2 x 5AR4
Product Dimensions 405 mm x 280 mm x 190 mm (L x W x H)
Product Weight 14 kg
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