C45
Stereo and Multi-Channel Preamplifier

Designed for the dedicated music lover, the C45 features ultra-short signal paths in conjunction with state-of-the-art silent electromagnetic switching to virtually eliminate preamp noise. A low noise, high-performance phono preamplifier is included. Dual six-channel inputs allow control of the latest multi-channel audio formats, including DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby Digital and DTS Audio/Video.

 

The C45 features a 2-stage electronic volume control, a large, easy-to-read frontpanel display, and an assignable balanced input. Input level trims and fiber-optic / LED frontpanel illumination provide complete, convenient control.  No wonder C45 was named as one of Stereophile Magazine's Recommended Components for 2005 and 2006.


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C45 Preamplifier Features

SELECTABLE INPUT TITLES

The displayed name of each input of the C45 may be changed to match the

available sources. Names are chosen from a selection of 14 different titles.

Additionally, the sensitivity for each input is adjustable to enable a uniform volume level between source components.

 

VOLUME LEVEL

Master volume control for all channels is achieved through a sophisticated

optical encoder. Utilizing light pulses ensures accuracy and eliminates

effects of mechanical wear.

 

BASS AND TREBLE CONTROLS

Precision tone shaping circuitry is provided to enable adjustment of the

acoustic balance of the sound. A bypass switch completely removes the tone

controls from the audio signal path.

 

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

An IR remote control is included. Remote keypads and external sensors

are available.

 

HEADPHONE JACK

A high quality headphone amplifier is built in for private listening.

 

  • Phono Input (MM)
  • CD Input x 2 Pair
  • DVD Input
  • SAT Input
  • Optional TM-1 Tuner Module
  • 6-Channel Inputs x 2 Sets
  • Balanced Input
  • 6-Channel Outputs:
  • 1 set balanced, 1 set unbalanced
  • 8 Data Ports
  • IR and Keypad Inputs
  • Dual Record Outputs
C45 Preamplifier Specifications

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

20Hz to 20kHz, +0 / -0.5dB

 

MAXIMUM VOLTAGE OUTPUT

8V (unbalanced), 16V (balanced)

 

TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

0.002% max. from 20Hz to 20kHz

 

SENSITIVITY

Phono: 4.5mV for rated output

High Level: 450mV for rated output (unbalanced)

900mV for rated output (balanced)

 

A-WEIGHTED SIGNALTO-NOISE RATIO

Phono: 86dB

High Level: 96dB

 

MAXIMUM INPUT SIGNAL

Phono: 50mV

High Level: 5V (unbalanced), 10V (balanced)

 

INPUT IMPEDANCE

Phono: 47k ohms, 65pf

High Level: 22k ohms (unbalanced)

50k ohms (balanced)

 

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

250 ohms (unbalanced), 500 ohms (balanced)

 

VOLTAGE GAIN

Phono to Tape/VCR out: 40dB

Phono to Output (Main): 55dB

High Level to Tape/VCR Out: 0dB

High Level to Output (Main):

 

POWER REQUIREMENTS

120V 50/60Hz, 35 watts

 

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

(H x W x D including feet and knobs)

6” (15.24cm) x 17-1/2” (44.45cm)

x 16-1/2” (41.91cm)

 

WEIGHT

21 lbs. (9.53kg) net

35 lbs. (15.88kg) in shipping carton

C45 Preamplifier Owner's Manual and Literature

Manuals & Documents

C45 Preamplifier Owner's Manual (12651.20KB)

C45 Remote Control Addendum (2714.27KB)

Downloads & Updates

C45 Review from Italian Magazine Suono March 2009 (1847.48KB)

C45 Preamplifier Review Home Theater Magazine April 2004 (489.59KB)

C45 Preamplifier Literature (146.02KB)

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