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Cary Audio SLP-05 Pre Amplifier

Cary Audio SLP-05 Pre Amplifier

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$18,995.00
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On Demo In July 2025 About the SLP-05 Preamplifier                      Experience audio nirvana at its peak with the SLP-05, the essence of what a reference-level preamplifier should be. Crafted as...
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On Demo In July 2025

About the SLP-05 Preamplifier

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Experience audio nirvana at its peak with the SLP-05, the essence of what a reference-level preamplifier should be. Crafted as a dual-chassis masterpiece, this fully balanced line-level preamplifier with a dedicated headphone stage delivers nothing short of breathtaking performance. Prepare to be immersed in a soundstage of supreme depth and width, accompanied by lush, sweet tones and bass texture that will leave you spellbound. Unlike other so-called reference preamplifiers, the SLP-05 presents vocals to immense proportions, providing a full-scale sonic experience that defies expectations.

Unlock the full potential of the SLP-05 with our Ultimate Upgrade Option—an enhancement over 15 years in the making, featuring upgrades to both the power supply and line stage circuitry. Elevate your audio journey to unprecedented heights with this extensive upgrade, transforming the SLP-05 into the Ultimate level of performance previously thought unimaginable

The following section describes the SLP-05 basic specifications. The specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Circuit Type Class A Triode Vacuum Tube Preamplifier Design
Output Voltage 2 volts rated, 12 Volts maximum
Overall Gain 17 dB – Single-ended RCA
24 dB – Balanced Operation
Rated Distortion 0.03 % THD
Noise and Hum -90 dB below full output
Input Impedance 50,000 Ohms – RCA
100,000 Ohms – XLR
Output Impedance 400 Ohms
Frequency Response 5 Hz to 250,000 Hz
Vacuum Tubes 8 ea – 6SN7 octal tubes for the balanced, headphone and gain stages
1 ea – 5AR4 Rectifier Tube in Power Supply
Power Transformer(s) R CORE 200% Duty Cycle
Resistors 1% Metal Film
Capacitors Polystyrene, Film and Foil
Power Supply Capacitors 2 ea – 560µF @ 400 VDC
AC Cord 3 Conductor, Detachable
AC Power Requirements 117 or 234 Volts AC @ 50 or 60 Hz
Consumption 75 watts – Operation
25 watts – Standby
Warm-Up Time 3 Minutes
Break-In Time 100 hours of playing time
Finish Anthracite black chassis with silver or black aluminum faceplate
Features Remote volume control and muting
One Cinema Bypass (XLR balanced or RCA)
One tape monitor loop
Two XLR balanced stereo inputs
Three RCA stereo inputs
One XLR balanced and two RCA pairs of preamplifier outputs
Weight 16 lbs – preamplifier
19 lbs – external power supply
Dimensions 6.25″ H x 17″ W x 12″ D – preamplifier
4.5″ H x 17″ W x 12″ D – power supply

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  • 3-6 business days for interstate metro areas.
  • Up to 5 business days for country areas in Victoria.
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