ARCHIVER Variable Equalization Phonostage
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Description
The ARCHIVER is a very flexible phonostage designed to replicate any known
equalization curve (36 in total), from 78rpm shellacs up to the modern era. Circuitry is
fully balanced using precision matched JFET pairs ($100 my cost) for amplification.
Equalization is split-passive, with no feedback employed anywhere for a more natural
sonic presentation. Two inputs allow selection between mono and stereo
configurations. In addition to the TURNOVER and CUT equalization controls, the
ARCHIVER accommodates any cartridge from MC to MM with variable LOADING and
GAIN. Output is both RCA and balanced XLR in either PHASE.
Specifications
Item
Specification
Resistive Loading
47, 100, 220, 470, 1k, 47k
Capacitive Loading
220pF
Gain
46dB, 54dB, 58dB, 62dB, 65dB, 68dB
Bandwidth
25Hz to 45kHz
Noise
??dBA ref 0.5mV
Distortion
0.04% @ 0.5Vrms
Output
4Vrms @ 1% distortion
Equalization
+/-1dB
Weight
2 lbs
Size
14 x 4.5 x 4 inches
Power
24Vdc @ 76mA (included)
