PV14L

About the PV14L

The Conrad-Johnson PV-14L is a hybrid line preamplifier produced by the historic American brand Conrad-Johnson, renowned for high-end hi-fi audio equipment. It combines 6922 (ECC88) tubes for a warm, natural tube sound with solid-state electronics for reliability and control. The preamplifier is appreciated for its transparent and musical presentation, offering a more controlled bass and superior dynamics compared to all-tube preamps. It features point-to-point wiring and high-quality components. The PV-14L includes multiple RCA inputs for line sources such as CD, tuner, aux, and tape, plus dual outputs for bi-amplification or subwoofer use. It is equipped with a remote control for volume, balance, mute, and input selection, with digital volume control allowing fine adjustments. The unit has no tone controls or headphone jack, and balance control is only accessible via remote. It has a warm-up mute interval on power-up and a 19" wide bronze-tone faceplate case. The PV-14L is often paired with both tube and solid-state power amplifiers and is valued for its combination of tube warmth and solid-state precision.