{"product_id":"audible-illusions-modulus-m3b-1-preamplifier-silver-finish-without-remote","title":"Audible Illusions Modulus M3B-1 Preamplifier Silver Finish Without Remote","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are offering an M3B-1, New in the box \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd an AudioQuest Braided Tornado power cable for only $695.00 to elevate this unit's performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty years ago, Audible Illusions began production of the first Modulus preamplifier, a component that set new standards for sonic performance and reliability. To date, over 20,000 Modulus preamps have been manufactured, with more than 150 excellent product reviews from audio critics worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdhering to our circuit design philosophy that “simpler is better” and based on the proven superiority of single-ended, triode-tube designs, our engineers have continuously refined the preamp. It would be challenging to list all the innovations introduced by our designs. The elimination of cathode followers, buffers, and negative feedback, paralleling tube output stages, designing new Teflon film capacitors, and exploring better mechanical interfaces are but a few innovations that have made Audible Illusions a pioneer in modern-day tube technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to previous generations, the new M3B adds a host of features and refinements. Circuit boards have been redesigned to simplify the signal path further, improve switching, and reduce vibration. This latest design utilizes special direct relay switching, resulting in improved definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the M3B is one of the few full-function preamplifiers made. For vinyl record and CD lovers alike, this preamp offers unparalleled musical performance. It is the finest preamplifier we have ever made and continues to be the benchmark by which many others are compared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eControl Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual-Mono Left \u0026amp; Right Stepped Attenuator Volume Controls, Subsonic Filter, Tape-Source, Stereo-Mono, Muting, On-Off.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eInput Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCD, DVD, Phono, Tuner, Video, Auxiliary, Tape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eOutput Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMain (2) Tape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eOptional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInternal, gold-plated L\u0026amp;R channel circuit boards for low-output M\/C cartridges. Rack Mt. and Mirror-Polished Nickel-Silver Faceplates are available as a special order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit Design is Dual-Mono, Class A, Single-Ended Triode, Open Loop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal Power Supply, housing three separate supplies, prevents unwanted AC-induced distortions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Main Chassis has five separate, fully-regulated FET power supplies in addition to separate filament supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio Circuit has No Cathode Followers or Buffers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby Soft-Start Circuit prolongs tube life and circuit components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic-Timed Muting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Knobs have Low-Light Backlit Illumination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate Volume Controls are Precision Stepped Attenuators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary gold-plated RCA Jacks with Teflon Insulators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll circuit boards are hand-soldered with silver-bearing solder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Polypropylene, Teflon, and Polystyrene capacitors are Proprietary Designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely handcrafted in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGENERAL\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eOverall Gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e58dB at 1kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eTube Compliment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4-6922 or 6H23EB twin-triodes, graded \u0026amp; 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