M2 Line Stage vs Musical Fidelity M8sPRE
The M8sPRE's input impedance is 75Ω against the M2 Line Stage's 100Ω, its input sensitivity 0.4V RMS against 0.1V RMS, its weight 17 kg (37 lbs) against 7 kg (15 lbs), and its height 162 mm against 140 mm.
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The M2 Line Stage is engineered to preserve the musicality of the original performance by minimizing circuit complexity. It includes features like a tape loop and balance control, which are less common in modern high-end products. The preamplifier is available in various configurations, including a line-only version and a version with an internal MM phono stage.
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The M8sPRE's input impedance is 75Ω against the M2 Line Stage's 100Ω, its input sensitivity 0.4V RMS against 0.1V RMS, its weight 17 kg (37 lbs) against 7 kg (15 lbs), and its height 162 mm against 140 mm.
The BP-26's output impedance is 141Ω against the M2 Line Stage's 5000Ω, its input impedance 50Ω against 100Ω, its input sensitivity 1.0V RMS against 0.1V RMS, and its weight 5.62 kg (12 lbs) against 7 kg (15 lbs).
The LL2 Deluxe's output impedance is 250Ω against the M2 Line Stage's 5000Ω, its input impedance 50Ω against 100Ω, and its weight 9.07 kg (20 lbs) against 7 kg (15 lbs). Both share input sensitivity (0.1V RMS).
The KBL's output impedance is 0.5Ω against the M2 Line Stage's 5000Ω, its input impedance 10Ω against 100Ω, and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 0.1V RMS. Both share class (A).
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