Presence Deluxe mkII Pre

About the Presence Deluxe mkII Pre

The First Sound Presence Deluxe mkII Pre Amp is a meticulously crafted dual-mono preamplifier designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional clarity, dynamics, and natural sound. It features a copper-plated steel chassis for noise reduction, ladder-type step attenuators using Holco metal film resistors with precise 2dB steps, and a separate SPS 2.0 external power supply to minimize noise and vibration. The design emphasizes a minimalist, direct Class A triode circuit with no negative feedback, using a single triode tube per channel for maximum signal purity. The power supply includes massive computer-grade electrolytic capacitors providing over 230,000 microfarads of capacitance, ensuring instantaneous power delivery and stability. The preamp offers six line-level inputs, two main outputs, and one tape output, with a frequency response from 5 Hz to 250 kHz and very low distortion and noise levels. Its construction includes vibration damping and a Faraday cage inner chassis to reduce external interference. This preamp is highly regarded for its naturalness, emotional involvement, and ability to deliver both passive-like clarity and active preamp dynamics.