OBH-8SE vs OBH-8
The OBH-8's signal-to-noise is 76 dB against the OBH-8SE's 75 dB. Both share mm gain (37 dB), width (102 mm), and height (51 mm).
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$195
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About the OBH-8SE
The Creek Audio OBH-8SE is the Special Edition upgrade of the OBH-8 MM phono preamplifier, featuring two J-FETs instead of bipolar transistors, gold-plated RCA connectors, and an upgraded external power supply for enhanced performance. Designed for moving-magnet or high-output moving-coil cartridges (1.5mV to 5.0mV output), it delivers neutral sound with excellent microdynamics, soundstaging, and detail retrieval, though macrodynamics may compress at higher volumes and treble can exhibit slight brightness. Praised as a budget audiophile classic for revitalizing vinyl playback with simplicity: single-ended class-A gain stage, zero feedback, passive RIAA equalization. It is no longer manufactured and available only as used or new old stock.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 75 dB
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 37 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 102 × 51 × 102 mm (W × H × D)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions