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MUSICIAN Monoceros III Fully Balanced Class A Preamplifier | R2R Discrete

MUSICIAN Monoceros III Fully Balanced Class A Preamplifier | R2R Discrete

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Remark: Due to air transport regulations, the remote control is shipped without batteries. The recommended battery model is CR2032. Thank you for your understanding.

MUSICIAN Monoceros III – Fully Balanced Class A Preamplifier | R2R Discrete | XLR RCA | 0.0003% THD+N

Key Features:

  • Fully Balanced, Fully Discrete Class A Architecture: The Monoceros III is built entirely from discrete components with precision-matched resistors, delivering perfect channel balance and vanishingly low distortion of just 0.0003% THD+N — resulting in a clean, transparent, and natural sound.

  • R2R Precision Volume Control: Featuring Omron relay-controlled pure R2R resistor network architecture with 60-step attenuation, the Monoceros III maintains constant output impedance at every volume level, ensuring accurate and balanced control without sonic deviation.

  • Versatile Analog Input Switching: With 2× XLR and 1× RCA inputs, multiple sources (CD players, DACs, streamers) can be connected simultaneously and switched with a single button press — no need to unplug cables.

  • Dual Analog Output: Simultaneous XLR (balanced) and RCA (single-ended) outputs allow the Monoceros III to drive two power amplifier systems at once, with room for future system expansion.

  • Audiophile-Grade Components Throughout: Custom premium capacitors, single-crystal copper wire, Neutrik balanced connectors, Omron relays, VISHAY infrared emitters, and an O-ring core encapsulated linear power supply — every component is selected for sonic integrity.

  • Rugged CNC Aluminum Chassis: The main body is precision CNC-machined from aluminum alloy, providing effective EMI shielding, long-term mechanical stability, and a premium aesthetic.

  • All-Aluminum CNC Remote Control: Features genuine imported ALPS buttons and VISHAY infrared emitters for responsive, reliable operation with a comfortable brushed-finish grip.

  • Third-Generation Refinements: The Mk III brings optimized circuit routing, improved impedance matching, enhanced interference resistance, and meticulous manual acoustic tuning — tailored for three-way balance, soundstage depth, and transient response.

Technical Specifications:

  • Architecture: R2R / Fully Discrete
  • AC Power: 110/240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 1W (Standby) / 20W (Work)
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz – 100kHz (-1dB)
  • THD+N: 0.0003%
  • SNR: 120dB
  • Dynamic Range: >120dB
  • Stereo Crosstalk: -110dB
  • Input Impedance: 20kΩ
  • Output Impedance: 200Ω
  • Inputs: XLR ×2, RCA ×1
  • Outputs: XLR ×1, RCA ×1
  • Dimensions: 335 × 320 × 75mm (with base)
  • Weight: 6.25kg (8.5kg including packaging)

Note: This unit does not include a power cord. Please purchase a compatible power cord separately for optimal performance.

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  • Free 7-Day Return Policy!

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