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The Aesthetix Janus Signature is an all-tube preamplifier that integrates the key features of the Rhea phonostage and Calypso linestage into a single chassis. It offers six line-level inputs and one phono input with a fully balanced line stage and discrete switched resistor volume control with 88 1dB steps. The Signature version upgrades the standard model with custom-made inter-stage Teflon hybrid coupling capacitors and 4uF Dynamicaps output coupling capacitors, resulting in higher resolution, extended frequency response, less grain, more air, improved bass extension, and dynamics. It includes a built-in MC cartridge demagnetizer, nine MC loading settings (75 to 47,000 ohms), and adjustable gain from 40dB to 75dB to accommodate MM and MC cartridges. The unit features zero feedback, dual mono audio boards, versatile single-ended and balanced inputs and outputs (two sets of XLR and RCA outputs per channel), absolute phase control, and bypass mode for home theater processor throughput. The Signature version also replaces the rubber feet with Harmonic Resolutions Systems' Nimbus Couplers for lower noise floor and more air and space. The preamplifier is supplied with a full-function remote control that manages all preamp and phono functions including gain, loading, absolute phase, and demagnetizer. It is available in black or silver finish and weighs 18.2 kg with dimensions approximately 457mm (W) x 111mm (H) x 457mm (D). The The Janus Signature has received global praise including multiple TAS Editor’s Choice Awards.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The E02's mc gain is 72 dB against the Janus Signature's 75 dB, its output impedance 0.1Ω against 1000Ω, and its weight 12.5 kg (28 lbs) against 18.2 kg (40 lbs). Both share mm gain (40 dB).
The Rhea's class is A against the Janus Signature's Tube and its weight 18.14 kg (40 lbs) against 18.2 kg (40 lbs). Both share mc gain (75 dB) and output impedance (1000Ω).
The E.A.T. E-Glo 2's mc gain is 76 dB against the Janus Signature's 75 dB, its mm gain 46 dB against 40 dB, and its output impedance 150Ω against 1000Ω. Both share class (Tube).
The Phono Enhancer MKIII's mm gain is 45 dB against the Janus Signature's 40 dB, its mc gain 65 dB against 75 dB, and its output impedance 300Ω against 1000Ω. Both share class (Tube).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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