KPE vs Tron Seven
The Seven's signal-to-noise is 75.5 dB against the KPE's 80 dB, its mc gain 49 dB against 58 dB, its output impedance 600Ω against 1000Ω, and its weight 4.5 kg (10 lbs) against 5.5 kg (12 lbs).
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KPE
KrellAnalogPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,629
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About the KPE
The Krell KPE Reference is a high-end phono preamplifier optimized exclusively for moving coil cartridges. It offers a wide range of gain settings from 58 to 76 dB in 6 dB increments and eight selectable input impedance loadings from 10 to 1000 Ohms, allowing precise matching to various MC cartridges. The unit features a hybrid composite amplifier design with class-A biasing, direct-coupled and complementary circuitry, and mu-metal shielding to minimize noise and interference. It delivers a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz with +/-0.1 dB accuracy and an excellent signal-to-noise ratio of -80 dB (A-weighted, 0.5 mV input). The KPE Reference is available as a standalone unit with an external power supply or as a plug-in board for compatible Krell preamplifiers. It is praised for its dynamic range, clarity, and detailed sound reproduction, making it a contender for state-of-the-art phono stages.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 80 dB
- Output Impedance
- 1000Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MC Gain
- 58 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 180 × 61 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.5 kg (12 lbs)
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