Quad Artera Pre Amplifier

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£1,089.00 including VAT

The new QUAD Artera Pre the latest addition to to the Quad Artera range, it is a pure analogue pre-amplifier, combining the Artera design with the QUAD sound signature traditions.. The Artera Pre is a minimalist design with high-quality components to ensure short, direct signal paths to preserve sonic purity

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Description

The Quad Artera Pre Amplifier is a vital part of the world of high quality audio setups, and it is engineered to satisfy the desires of audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike. Its digital design can exhibit the lowest noise and distortion, enhanced clarity and excellent sound reproduction.

High End Audio

This very digital analogue is the way of the future, the only real pure and unprocessed digital or audio. What sets this Quad Artera Pre Amplifier apart is that it works with the whole Quad Artera series. A masterpiece of audiophile music with advanced technology and excellent clarity. The Quad Artera Pre has a minimalist yet classy look and is a fine match for any high end audio system.

Unmatched Audio Fidelity

It focuses on delivering a pure and uncoloured audio signal to your amplifier, allowing for a genuine reproduction of the original recordings. Its components and circuit design are at the cutting edge of modern technology. Reducing distortion and enhancing signal clarity.

Versatility in Connectivity

It effortlessly plays all of your sound sources, such as Turntables, Radio, Steamers, etc. Which enables the user to enjoy all types of formats.

Features & Beยญยญnefits

  • Shows Quad’s commitment to great sound and technological excelleยญnce.
  • Quad’s expertiseยญ allows harmonically accurate and tempoยญrally preciseยญ music playback.
  • It combines aesthetics and practicality with many controls and eยญasy operation.
  • Advanced tech likeยญ patented Current Dumping, hi-reยญs DAC, and headphone ‘Pure Curreยญnt Drive’.

Technical Specifications

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.003%
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz โ€“ 20,000Hz (+/- 0.3dB)
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: >100 dB
  • Input Sensitivity: 300mV
  • Output Level: 2.4V
  • Inputs: 2 x Balanced XLR, 3 x RCA Stereo
  • Outputs: 1 x Balanced XLR, 1 x RCA Stereo
  • Power Consumption: 20W
  • Dimensions: 320 x 320 x 105 mm
  • Weight: 7.8 kg

Summary of the Quad Artera Pre Amplifier

One feature of the power supply is its sound construction. It contains a low noise toroidal transformer, several reservoir/smoothing capacitors, and an impressive number of regulators. Moreover, this power supply has 11 regulated supply rails, including multiple ultra low noise regulators.

Quad has designed the circuitry to be noise free through a short and direct core signal path. The micro processor adjusts the volume in the analogue domain. Vinyl fans and headphone users are presented with dedicated, high quality circuitry.

Built-in Headphone Amplifier

Moreover, the Quad Artera Pre Amplifier comes with a low noise, Class A phono stage adaptable for both MM and MC cartridges and a built in headphone amplifier with a discrete, Class A output stage with low output impedance for even the most difficult loads. There are four RCA stereo inputs, two line levels, one phono, and one balanced XLR.

Sophistication in Every Note

The Quad Artera Pre Amplifier is not just a component: it has its unique character, purpose, and sound performance, which is the sound system’s focal point for mediating each listening session. Its tough construction and delicate design are assets that every music lover wants.

A Gateway to Pure Sound

Considering as many connection modes as possible and Quad’s known interest in engineering. The Artera Pre Amplifier seems irreplaceable for any serious music fan.

Additional Information

Analogue Inputs               

3 x RCA (AUX1, 2 & 3), XLR, Phono MM/MC

Analogue Outputs           

1 x RCA (PRE OUT), 1 x RCA(AUX), 1 x XLR,1 x 6.35mm Headphone Jack

Gain (max.) , Volume = 100         

+8dB (Line/XLR)

+53.5dB (Phono MM)

+73.5dB (Phono MC)

Input Sensitivity (Vol = 84, Vout = 0dBu)                

 

775mV (Line/XLR)

4.1mV (Phono MM)

410uV (Phono MC)

Input Impedance             

 

10K (Line/XLR)

47K//100pF (Phono MM)

100R//1.7nF (Phono MC)

Max. Output Level (THD < 0.1%)               

 

2.3Vrms (RCA)

4.6Vrms (XLR)

Frequency Response     

20Hz-20kHz (ยฑ 0.2dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion             

<0.002% (20Hz-20kHz)

Dimensions (Wร—Dร—H)    

320 x 320 x 105mm

Weight 

7.8kg

Shipping and Returns
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30-Day Returns Policy

HiFix is committed to selling quality products, which we hope you will love; we do understand, however, that there may be a time when you need to exchange or return something you have bought. We really do hope you are pleased with your purchase, but should you wish to return anything you have bought from us, we will be happy to refund or exchange a product within 30 days.

Manufacturer Warranty Information

Quad products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. However, if something does go wrong with the product we are here to help. From your date of purchase your product is warranted against faulty materials or workmanship for a period of 36 months.

This guarantee applies to all Quad Products including 5.1 speaker Systems, CD Players, Award winning Bookshelf Speakers, Floor Standing Speakers and Hi Fi Amplfiers and Receivers. Providing you with peace of mind and the assurance of premium Quality.

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