An audiophile preamplifier that is both elegant and refined, the P1 is a masterclass in transparency. Extreme care has been taken optimising signal-to-noise ratio and distortion reduced to the strict minimum to ensure you hear the smallest details, the nuances and silences in your favourite records like never before.

Equipped with line inputs in its original configuration, it can be supplemented by optional slot cards: one for the Phono RIAA MM/MC stages and a state-of-the-art DAC offering three digital inputs with a resolution of up to 32 bits sampled at 384 kHz.

This modularity, for both the analogue and digital sections, is supported by internal software that can be upgraded by the user via an easily accessible USB socket. Elipson P1 is thus a device of the present turned towards the future. A clear and user-friendly display and high-quality remote control complete the package.

The P1 and its partnering A2700 power amplifier and the rest of the Elipson range are manufactured in France in their Burgundy factory.

CHARACTERISTICS

LINE INPUT
Maximum output voltage : 21 dBu (18.8 dBV) @ THD=1%.
Crosstalk : < -100 dB up to 10 kHz
Input impedance (balanced/unbalanced) : 500 kΩ / 1 MΩ
Signal to noise ratio : 102 dB (A) @ 1 V; Dynamic 120 dB
Total harmonic distortion : < 0.001% over the entire audio band between -16 and +16 dBu
Bandwidth (Line) : 2 Hz - 120 kHz @ - 3 dB
Output gain (balanced/unbalanced) : 18 dB / 12 dB
Total number of inputs : 3
Line inputs : 2 x Line RCA + 1 x Sym XLR
Outputs : 1 x RCA stereo (Asym) + 1 x XLR stereo (Sym) + sub + trigger out
Stereo/Mono mode : Yes on front panel
Balance : Yes ± 6 dB

HEADPHONE OUTPUT

Output power : 150 mW / 32 W
Harmonic Distortion : < 0,001 %
Signal to Noise Ratio : > 100 dB @ 10 mW / 32 Ω
Bandwidth : 2 Hz - 120 kHz
Compatible impedances : 16 to 600 Ω
Dimensions: H x W x D: 560 x 320 x 270/278 mm
Weight : 17 kg (piece)

CONDITIONING
Packaging dimensions: H x W x D: 715 x 455 x 415 mm
Gross weight: 20.5 kg

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Stereonet, August 2022
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