ATC CA2
ATC CA2
€1,995.00
CA2 – Stereo Pre-Amplifier
- Hand built in the UK.
- Ultra-low noise discrete design.
- 5 line inputs via RCA/phono.
- XLR and RCA/phono main outputs.
- Additional Sub, Tape and Headphone outputs.
- 1 x RIAA phono input via RCA (MM/MC configurable)
- 6-year warranty
“…if you want to hear the important musical detail presented in a coherent, clear-cut fashion this pairing has remarkably little competition in the two box arena. There are a few integrated amps which give them a run for their money in one respect or another but nothing comes to mind which seems like a better overall package.” Jason Kennedy Hi Fi+ No75.
Description
Highlights
Input Sensitivity: 300mV (line inputs 1V Out)
Input Impedance: 12k ohms
Frequency Response: DC – >200kHz
THD+N: >110dB
Dimensions (HxWxD): 90x445x330mm
Weight: 7kg / 15.4lbs
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