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Electrocompaniet EC 4.8 MkII Pre Amplifier - Pre Loved

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Electrocompaniet EC 4.8 MkII Pre Amplifier - Pre Loved
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Electrocompaniet EC 4.8 MkII Pre Amplifier - Pre Loved

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The Electrocompaniet EC 4.8 MkII is a world-class reference pre-amplifier designed to deliver the purest, most transparent signal path possible. Handcrafted in Norway, it features a fully balanced dual-mono design with discrete analog circuitry throughout. Each channel is powered by its own independent power supply for absolute channel separation and ultra-low noise. The EC 4.8 MkII reveals incredible musical detail, openness, and depth, allowing every recording to shine with natural tonal balance and precision. With its sleek design and meticulous build quality, this pre-amplifier forms the heart of a truly high-end audio system.

This unit comes with a 6 month warranty. 

This unit does have a box but does not qualify for free shipping. 

Feature Specification
Type Reference Stereo Line Pre-Amplifier
Design Fully Balanced, Dual Mono Architecture
Input Impedance 47 kΩ
Output Impedance 100 Ω
Maximum Input Voltage ±15 Vp-p (RCA), ±30 Vp-p (XLR)
Maximum Output Voltage ±30 Vp-p (Balanced)
Gain Range –111 dB to +6 dB
Noise Floor (0 dB Gain) < –130 dB
Frequency Response 1 Hz – 200 kHz
Channel Separation > 120 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.002% (1 V in / 1 V out)
Inputs 2 × Balanced (XLR), 3 × Single-Ended (RCA)
Outputs 1 × Balanced (XLR Variable), 1 × RCA Record Out (Fixed)
Control Ports SPAC Network and USB (for control/programming)
Power Consumption (No Load) 30 W
Dimensions (W × H × D) 470 × 80 × 372 mm
Weight 11.3 kg
Country of Manufacture Norway

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