In production for over 10 years, firstly as the Syrah and then re-named as the Chenin, this phono/linestage preamplifier is unequalled for sound quality and aesthetics , no other preamp looks or sounds like the Chenin. It can be operated as either a transformer coupled output stage or capacitor coupled output, switchable while playing, for quite different gain structure and sound character.

On a value for money basis there is probably no better preamp, especially considering that it has a world class phono preamp capable of utilising Moving Coil cartridges with outputs as low as 0.1 millivolts without the use of ancillary step up devices.

Used with such a cartridge, the sound quality will amaze even those aware of the inherent musical liquidity and "rightness" of vinyl records. The line stage has been developed to match this vitality and the important aspects of sound-staging and imaging have been optimised and honed to provide breathtaking lifelike performances. CD and SACD will sound realistic and alive.

• Moving Coil Phono Stage capable of utilising cartridges with output voltages as low as 0.2 mV and up to 4.0mV
• Cartridge Impedance selection (10,100,100,47000 ohms ) - back panel mounted.
• Fet /tube phono input for high amplification/low noise.
• High quality NOS 6688, 6922, phono tubes. 4 Inputs(including phono) 2 outputs standard.
• Separate Matching Power Supply with detachable cord.
• Separate Tube Regulator for each channel using 5881/6L6GC tubes.
• 6SN7 line stage with adjustable gain from 0-30dB
• Solid Jarrah Wood cabinet, high quality Chrome Plated chassis, both computer formed and finished to craftsman quality.
• Tape Monitor, (for direct phono out)
• Transformer Coupled Output Stage or Capacitor Coupled, switchable while playing.
• Copper Chassis 1.2mm thick, or stainless steel chassis.
• Low Output Impedance- able to drive any power amplifier, Tube or Solid State
• Remote Volume
• Dual RCA Outputs
• NOS tubes