Description:
The E-02 is a fully balanced phonostage preamplifier that features fully balanced circuits from the input stage right through to the final output stage. It is perfectly designed for handling the extremely low level signals from a MC cartridge, minimize noise interference and powerfully amplify signals with low impedance to bring the very best sound out of your beloved MC cartridge collection.
Equipped with ESOTERIC-HCLD, ESOTERIC's Proprietary Current-Enhancing Output Buffer Circuit
The E-02 employs the same buffer amplifier technology as our flagship Grandioso C1 preamplifier, which features a high current output capability and an exceptionally high slew rate of 2,000V/μs. Each channel is equipped with two buffer amplifiers which drive the hot and cold signals separately when the system is in XLR output mode. When switched to RCA output mode, however, the amplifiers work in parallel to maximize the output linearity. This design achieves super-fast current output, resulting in breathtaking super-dynamic sound.
ES-LINK Analog Output
The E-02 is compatible with ESOTERIC's unique ES-LINK Analog current transmission in addition to regular XLR and RCA outputs. ES-LINK Analog is a current transmission method that fully utilizes the high speed and powerful capabilities of the HCLD circuit to fully maximize the potential of compatible devices.
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Inputs |
XLR connectors |
1 pair (MC) |
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RCA connectors |
2 pairs (MC/MM) |
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Input impedance |
MC: 10,50,100,200,300,500,1k,10kΩ
MM: 47kΩ |
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Outputs |
XLR/ES-LINK Analog Connectors |
1 pair |
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RCA Connectors |
1 pair |
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Output impedance |
XLR: 20Ω
RCA: 23.5Ω |
Audio
characteristics |
RIAA deviation (10 to 20kHz) |
±0.2dB |
Total harmonic distortion
(1kHz, MM, rated output) |
0.007% |
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Rated output level |
RCA: 2Vrms
XLR: 4Vrms |
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Gain |
RCA: MM 40dB, MC 66dB
XLR: MM 46dB, MC 72dB |
Input sensitivity
(1kHz, rated output) |
MM 20mV, MC 1mV |
Maximum input level
(at 0.1% distortion) |
MM 100mV, MC 4.8mV |
S/N ratio
(Input short, rated output, IHF-A) |
MM 100dB, MC 80dB |
Channel separation
(MM, 10kHz, IHF-A) |
<-96dB |
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Sub-sonic filter |
17Hz -6dB/octave |
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General |
Power supply |
AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz
AC 120V, 60Hz
AC 220V, 60Hz |
External dimensions
(W x H x D, including protrusions) |
445mm x 131mm x 377mm
(17 5/8″ x 5 1/4″ x 14 1/4″) |
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Weight |
12.5kg (27 9/16 lb) |
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Included accessories |
Power cord x 1
Felt pads x 3
Owner's manual x 1
Warranty card x 1 |
MSRP = $9500 USD
We are exclusive Esoteric dealer in BC
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