1110 vs darTZeel NHB-18 NS Mk1
The NHB-18 NS Mk1's signal-to-noise is 92 dB against the 1110's 96.5 dB, its output impedance 75Ω against 100000Ω, its input impedance 30000Ω against 100000Ω, and its width 440 mm against 457 mm.
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The Boulder 1110 Preamp is a premium audio component that offers a range of advanced features for audiophiles seeking high-quality sound reproduction. It is fully differentially balanced from input to output, ensuring optimal signal integrity and minimizing noise. The preamp features five pairs of programmable, differentially-balanced inputs, allowing for flexible connectivity with various audio sources. It also includes a large, easy-to-read LCD display for convenient operation and setup. The 1110 utilizes Boulder's proprietary 983 gain stage, which provides excellent buffering and current drive, making it suitable for long cable runs without compromising sound quality. Additionally, it incorporates dual-mono audio boards to isolate left and right channels, ensuring perfect stereo separation. The preamp's noise floor is an impressive -96.5 dB, with channel-to-channel crosstalk of -101 dB, and it effectively suppresses RF and EMI interference. The front panel controls and display are managed by a powerful Advanced RISC Machine (ARM) processor, allowing for comprehensive setup and options programming, including network connectivity for remote adjustments via a web browser.
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The NHB-18 NS Mk1's signal-to-noise is 92 dB against the 1110's 96.5 dB, its output impedance 75Ω against 100000Ω, its input impedance 30000Ω against 100000Ω, and its width 440 mm against 457 mm.
The KRC-HR's signal-to-noise is 96 dB against the 1110's 96.5 dB, its output impedance 5Ω against 100000Ω, its input impedance 47000Ω against 100000Ω, and its width 482.6 mm against 457 mm.
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The JPS-2's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the 1110's 96.5 dB, its output impedance 600Ω against 100000Ω, its height 175 mm against 145 mm, and its width 430 mm against 457 mm.
The Magnetic's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 1110's 96.5 dB, its output impedance 600Ω against 100000Ω, its input impedance 20000Ω against 100000Ω, and its depth 400 mm against 388 mm.
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