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QUAD 33

A QUAD preamp with analogue inputs, output control, and compact 33 styling.

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QUAD 33

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QUAD 33 brings the classic 33 control format back for modern analogue systems. It handles input selection, gain, output control, and system matching for use with the QUAD 303 or another suitable power amp.

Specifications

ModelQUAD 33
General descriptionPre Amplifier
Design Philosophy and Core TechnologyIlluminated LCD screenDedicated High Performance Low Noise MM/MC Phono stageClassic QUAD 'Tilt' adjustmentClassic QUAD / Tone ControlsDedicated Current-Feedback Headphone Amplifier
Inputs3 x RCA, 1 x Balanced XLR (pair), 1 x Phono (MM/MC switchable)
Outputs1 x RCA (AUX), 1 x XLR, 1 x RCA (Pre Out), 1 x Headphone, 2 x 12V Trigger Out
Gain0dB (Line / XLR)+46dB (Phono MM)+63.5dB (Phono MC)
Input Sensitivity (Vout=695mV)695mV (Line / XLR)3.2mV (Phono MM)460uV (Phono MC)
Input Impedance10k (Line / XLR)47k/100pF (Phono MM)100R/1.7nF (Phono MC)
Total harmonic distortion (THD)< 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)
Frequency response20Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.2dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)> 108dB (A-weighted, Line/XLR)> 82dB (A-weighted, Phono MM)> 74dB (A-weighted, Phono MC)
Output impedance2.35 ohms
Load impedance20 - 600 ohms
Standby power consumption<0.5W
Net weight4kg
Gross weight4.96kg
Dimensions (W x H x D)258 x 94 x 165
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D)330 x 192 x 257
FinishClassic QUAD Grey
Power requirements220 - 240V - 50 / 60Hz100 - 120V - 50 / 60Hz
Standard accessoriesPower Cord, Remote Control, User Manual.
Product typestereo preamplifier
Series33 / 303
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