VINNIE ROSSI L2 Signature tube Preamplifier. NZ$28, ea (incl. GST) Features VR 10 PA L2

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1 VINNIE ROSSI L2 Signature tube Preamplifier VR 10 PA L2 NZ$28, ea (incl. GST) The L2 Signature Preamplifier is Vinnie Rossi s new flagship design that creates an effortless connection between the listener and the music. Compatible with the most cherished of 4-pin directly heated triode (DHT) tube families, L2 delivers an unmatched listening experience with its exceptional resolution, tonality, and reach out and touch the performer sense of realism. Superb linearity and extra-wide bandwidth recover delicate nuances and provide incomparable texture, layering, and spaciousness. And when it comes to bass response, L2 s articulation of each and every note is phenomenal. At the heart of the L2 Signature Preamplifier is Vinnie Rossi s latest Class-A, ultra wide bandwidth, DHT topology powered by patented Belleson super-regulated, dual mono linear power supplies. L2 exemplifies elegant simplicity and finesse in communicating all the emotion and passion in the music. Each L2 Signature Preamplifier is meticulously hand-built and tested by Vinnie Rossi himself. Its no-compromise construction and use of the highest-quality components assure the listener of reliable performance for many years. L2 OPTIONAL DAC- RCA plug-in module for LIO & L2 RRP $5,995ea L2 OPTIONAL PHONOSTAGE-RCA plug-in module for LIO & L2 RRP $5,995ea Features L2 SIGNATURE PREAMPLIFIER features: Vinnie Rossi s latest Class-A, ultra wide bandwidth directly heated triode (DHT) preamplifier design, compatible with: 2A3, 45, 300B, PX4, 101D, 205D, and SV811 DHT families with one-switch filament voltage selection. Dual shielded power supplies with in-rush current limiting. Dual-mono layout using multiple patented Belleson super regulators for ultra-quiet linear voltage regulation of the L&R triode B+, L&R triode filaments, and power to the (optional) L2 DAC and L2 Phonostage modules. Discrete, 64-step resistor ladder volume control using Pickering England silent signal relays. True active balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs and outputs. Dual 12V Trigger output jacks with on/off control switch on front panel. Internal, DHT bypass mode switches (Replaces DHT stage with a Class A JFET stage). Internal front panel display & LED brightness controls. Yamamoto solid Teflon UX-4 tube sockets. Solid, precision CNC machined aluminium chassis and bank vault, ball bearing control knobs. Solid, precision CNC machined aluminium isolation base with Stillpoints ULTRA MINI feet. Mesh tube covers for added noise shielding and tube protection, with matching mesh ventilation on top panel. Included tubes: EH300B Gold-Grid (matched pair). Full-function aluminium remote control handset. Designed and manufactured in the USA. 10-year warranty. Includes custom, military-grade hard travel case. Page 1/5

2 L2 OPTIONAL DAC- RCA plug-in module for LIO & L2 preamps RRP $5,995ea Bit-perfect playback at sampling rates up to PCM 768kHz (16, 24, or 32 bit compatible), as well up to DSD512. Sample rates are viewable from front panel display. Dual-mono design, with one flagship AKM AK44497EQ d/a chip per channel. Fully discrete, pure Class-A JFET analog outputs stage design with cascode constant-current source biasing (no opamps). On-board FPGA buffer and femto-reclocking circuitry negates effects of jitter. Isolated input stages. NOS (non-oversampling) filter mode with digital filter bypass, as well as a Minimal Phase digital filter mode (selected via the FILTER button on the L2 Remote). Absolute polarity normal / Absolute polarity inverted modes (selected via the PHASE button on the L2 Remote). Belleson Super-regulated voltage feed to numerous ultra-low noise, linear voltage regulators used throughout (for both digital and analog sections). Silent mute reed relays (*barely* an audible click from the board when changing tracks of a different sample rate). Inputs: 1 USB, 1 Coax (75-ohm BNC, with included RCA adapter) and 1 TOSLINK (optical). Connect up to three devices and switch between them via L2 front panel or the remote handset. L2 OPTIONAL PHONOSTAGE-RCA plug-in module for LIO & L2 preamps RRP $5,995ea Inputs: 1 set of Moving Magnet (MM), 2 sets of Moving Coil (MC) Built-in, on the fly MC remote adjustable cartridge loading ( ohms). Cartridge load setting viewable from L2 front panel display Adjustable gain jumpers for MM and MC inputs Belleson Super-Regulated split-supply voltage rails Four low-noise and low distortion gain stages. Each stage has a nominal gain of 20dB, resulting in higher bandwidth per stage and lower phase shift across the audio band Low output impedance design DC coupled from input to output (no dc blocking capacitors added in series to the signal path) DC Servo keeps output offset negligible RIAA is designed to prevent internal overload by first attenuating treble, and then boosting bass High accuracy resistors and capacitors used throughout 4-layer PCB with separate ground planes for analog and digital (control circuitry) Cardas Audio input jacks Connect up to three tone arms and switch between them via L2 front panel or the remote handset Specifications Frequency Response: (with stock EH300B tubes): 2Hz 500kHz (+/- 0.5dB) 0.5Hz 950kHz (+/- 3dB) Output Impedance (SE and BAL):< 100 ohms Input Impedance (SE and BAL):Approx. 10K ohm Voltage Gain:8 db (with stock EH300B tubes) / 0dB (DHT Bypass Mode / Unity gain JFET buffer only) SNR (with stock EH300B tubes): -120dB (A-Weighted), SE IN/OUT SNR (DHT Bypass Mode): -140dB (A-Weighted), SE IN/OUT 12Vdc Trigger Outputs:12V (+/- 0.1V), 200mA max (each) with on/off switch on front panel THD+N (with stock EH300B tubes): Less than 0.5% (unweighted), SE IN/OUT HD+N (DHT Bypass Mode): Less than % (unweighted), SE IN/OUT AC Input: Factory configured for Vac -or Vac (50/60Hz) Volume Control: 64 steps (approx. 1dB per step) from -? to +8dB Balance Control: 24 steps from L to R (approx. 1db per step) Power Consumption (with stock EH300B Gold Grid tubes, L2 Dac and L2 Phonostage installed): Approx. 65W Protections: Fused AC input MOV (AC input surge protection) Output short circuit protection Dimensions (no tubes installed): Approx. 368W x 368D x 127H mm (with tubes and tube covers installed): 368W x 368D x 203H mm Page 2/5

3 Weight: 12kg Shipping Weight: 24 kg including travel case Review REVIEW SUMMARIES Rocky Mountain Audio Fest 2018 Warmth and midrange smoothness were the strengths of a Vinnie Rossi/ Triode Wire Labs / Harbeth loudspeaker system Drums and percussion were depicted with excellence, the low tones of piano and instruments were conveyed with perfection, and the artistry and emotion of all concerned came through loud and clear. In fact, the brilliance of music and interpretation was such that, for one of the rare times in my 15 years at audio shows, absolutely no one left the room or even fidgeted during a long piece of relatively obscure, heart-rending German lieder that was impeccably sung with deep feeling. This is a tribute not only to Vinnie Rossi, Harbeth, and Triode Wire, but also to the quality of show attendees whom Vinnie tends to attract. Thank you, one and all. Jason Victor Serinus, Stereophile RMAF 2018 Best in Show Sound (Room 3018: Vinnie Rossi with Spatial Audio and Anticables) It s rooms like Vinnie s and Clayton s that really are the energy for that audio show feeling. Bass was massive and natural and by natural I mean it was like real thunder, not a facsimile, or one of those pesky apartment neighbors who just got Sub-Woofer: The Movie on Blu-Ray. The mid-range and treble was as effortless as anything I had encountered this year at any of the shows. Not to say it was out-right the best, but it was spooky in how it loaded the room and held voices inside the image when needed but allowed the vocals to show space when the recording demanded it. When we talk about Best-In-Show sound, I can t help but take into account that what I heard here at Rocky Mountain Audio Fest is not only a few extra inches of performance, but a few feet worth. How many other speaker and electronics brands can admit they ve made those kind of gains? Eric Franklin Shook, Part-Time Audiophile (Room 4024: Vinnie Rossi with Harbeth Loudspeakers and Triode Wire Labs) Insight was available by the boatload. Bass attack, fast, but not bloated or overly thumpy. Mid-range, what I consider to be signature Harbeth, but turned upward and wider that I know from my previously smaller Harbeth experiences. Treble was where, for me, things shined. The insight came from imaging that hung afloat in the middle of the room like an apparition. Eric Franklin Shook, Part-Time Audiophile Page 3/5

4 In the Spatial Audio room, Clayton Shaw was debuting his statement speaker, the Lumina L2 along with Vinnie Rossi s?l2 Signature Preamp and Monoblock System that he was debuting. This was some of the best sound at the show. This is one of the systems at the show that really got my motor running. The whole system didn t cost what many of the speakers at the show sold for, and it sounded better than most. It was dynamic, open, had emotional energy and was very natural sounding. These were great debut products. Jack and Becky Roberts, The Audio Beatnik The slide guitar-infused Plowin Mule track by Doug MacLeod posted almost ghost-like focus for each instrument in the music field. It was certainly hard to tell where the speakers were placed, and if pressed to gander a guess, I would have implied a location much further back, behind the somewhat close, actual placement of the 40.2s. A fun party trick? An expensive hollowed gesture to scare trick-or-treaters? I say nay. Raw craftsmanship from two brands that gel together for power when needed and grace unyielding. Best imaging and focus of the show for me. Brian Hunter, Audio-Head.com RMAF Best of Show This was one of those rooms you could sit and listen all day and never get fatigued. Vinnie had them [Harbeth 40.2s] dialed in and his new L2 DHT Preamp sounded terrific. You also won t meet a friendlier bunch than these guys! Mike Bovaird, AudioShark.org Great Rooms of RMAF 2018 Lovely sound, typical of Harbeth and its legendary status. Great bass, too Vinnie Rossi continues to make some of the most intriguing electronics, highly adaptable and sounding superb. Very good and reasonably priced. Anthony Kershaw, Audiophilia * * * Link to more RMAF2018 show coverage and pictures of the Vinnie Rossi L2 System debut! Page 4/5

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