Ayre P-5x User manual

A y r e P-5x
phono preamplifier
Bring your records to life...

P-5x phono preamplifier
Ayre Acoustics, Inc. 2300 B Central Avenue
Boulder, Colorado 80301 303 442.7300 303 442.7301 fax
www.ayre.com
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A y r e
The heart and soul of music and film reproduction.
A y r e
The Ayre P-5x phono preamplifier uncovers the astounding musicality
in your favorite records. Music flows from a pure black background,
thanks to ultra-low noise FET circuitry in a zero-feedback configuration.
Fully adjustable gain and loading options provide complete compatibility
with the widest possible range of cartridges, from low-output exotic
moving coils to high-output moving magnet designs. Our proprietary
two-stage passive RIAA equalization ensures unparalleled tonal realism.
The Ayre P-5x infuses new life into a classic format.
Features:
• Fully balanced from input to output
• Zero feedback
• Ultra-low noise discrete FET circuitry
• Two-stage passive RIAA equalization
• Balanced and single-ended inputs and outputs
• Adjustable gain accommodates very low to high output cartridges
• Cartridge loading is adjustable with switches on back of unit
• Custom high quality capacitors
• Special high-speed circuit board material
• Ayre Conditioner™(patent pending) power-line RFI filter
Specifications:
• Gain: 50 dB, 60 dB, 70 dB to balanced outputs
44 dB, 54 dB, 64 dB to single-ended outputs
• Input Impedance: 47 kΩ, 1000Ω, 100Ω
• Frequency Response: RIAA curve accurate to ± 0.05 dB
• Power Consumption: 10 watts
• Dimensions: 17.25"W x 13.75"D x 2.38"H
• Weight: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Revel in all of the musical nuances you were
meant to experience. Enjoy your vinyl collection
as never before.