30 vs Krell KRC-2
The KRC-2's thd is 0.002% against the 30's 0.100%, its output voltage 16.0V RMS against 15.0V RMS, and its output impedance 10Ω against 50000Ω. Both share signal-to-noise (95 dB).
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The Classé Audio 30 is a high-end stereo preamplifier from the early 1990s, featuring remote control for volume and mute, slimline chassis, balanced and single-ended inputs/outputs, and switchable MC/MM phono/aux inputs. It includes inputs for PHONO/AUX, VIDEO, CD, TUNER, BALANCED, and TAPE, with both regular and balanced outputs active simultaneously. The design emphasizes upgradable single circuit philosophy shared across Classé products for consistent sonic performance. Available in Satin Black or Soft Shadow Silver finishes, it offers precise controls including motorized volume, balance, and input selection. This model is no longer manufactured, as Classé Audio ceased operations.
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The KRC-2's thd is 0.002% against the 30's 0.100%, its output voltage 16.0V RMS against 15.0V RMS, and its output impedance 10Ω against 50000Ω. Both share signal-to-noise (95 dB).
The No. 26S's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 30's 95 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.100%, and its mc gain 58 dB against 41 dB. Both share mm gain (38 dB).
The STASIS-R 5.0's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 30's 95 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.100%, its output voltage 16.0V RMS against 15.0V RMS, and its output impedance 100Ω against 50000Ω.
The No. 26's thd is 0.005% against the 30's 0.100%, its mc gain 58 dB against 41 dB, and its output voltage 6.0V RMS against 15.0V RMS. Both share mm gain (38 dB).
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