The Chord Electronics ULTIMA PRE 2 Reference Preamplifier features unrivalled connectivity and minimal colouration, the ULTIMA PRE 2 can be the hub of your Hi-Fi system without taking anything away from the incoming signal. The fully modernised ULTIMA PRE 2 is built to complement stereo systems of the highest order and represents the finest Chord Electronics engineering inside and out. We currently have this unit available for audition! Please contact our friendly staff to organise a listening session For what reviewers as saying about the Chord Electronics Ultima products click HERE Recent Reviews: Hi-Fi News“Vocals swung from intimateto wild dervish in a fewbeats.” Chord Electronics ULTIMA PRE 2 KEY FEATURES Inputs & Outputs: 8 Stereo Inputs and 1 Stereo Outputs 4x Stereo Balanced XLR Inputs – Line In 1, Line In 2, Line In 3, and Line In 4 4x Stereo Unbalanced RCA Inputs – Line In 5, Line In 6, Tape 1, Tape 2 1x Stereo Output – Either via Balanced XLR or Unbalanced RCA 2x Stereo Outputs – RCA unattenuated for recording loop 1x Stereo Balanced XLR AV Bypass Input Features: HF Switch Mode Power Supply Blue Velvet ALPS Potentiometer -115dB Signal to Noise Ratio Advanced Shielding Technology Fully Balanced Circuitry Analogue Signal Path Input/output Buffering 4x Stereo RCA Inputs 4x Stereo XLR Inputs 1x Stereo RCA Output 1x Stereo XLR Output Convection Cooled Included Top Light Ring 12v Trigger On/Off Input/output Solid Aluminium Chassis INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ULTIMA PRE 2 Quick start guide Safety instructions 10A Mains IEC cable Metal IR system remote control 2x AAA batteries SPEC Frequency Range: 2.5Hz – 200kHz +/- 3dB Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.002% 20Hz – 20kHz Intermodulation Distortion: -115dB on all inputs Signal to Noise Ratio: -120dB on all inputs Channel Separation: 20Hz @ 100dB, 1kHz @ 95dB, 10kHz @ 90dB, 20kHz @ 85dB Channel Balance: 0.01dB Input Max Voltage: 17v RMS Balanced – 8.5v RMS Unbalanced Output Max Voltage: 17v RMS Balanced – 8.5v RMS Unbalanced Output Offset: 0mV (Both Channels) Potentiometer Performance: 0dB 0.5dB, -20dB 0.2dB, -60dB 0.24dB (13seconds Full Travel) Nominal Gain: All inputs subject to six levels of switchable gain – x0.5, x1, x1.5, x2, x2.5, and x3 Input Impedance: 100 kΩ Balanced – 50 kΩ Unbalanced Output Impedance: 100Ω (Short Circuit Protected) Operating Voltage: 85v – 270v AC (50Hz – 60Hz) Auto-Switching Power Consumption: 30w Dimensions Without Integra Legs: 420mm (w) x 355mm (d) x 133mm (h) Dimensions With Included Integra Legs: 480mm (w) x 355mm (d) x 173mm (h) Weight: 18kG Colour Chasis is available in Jett black or argent silver Leg options:
