Black Cube SE vs Lindemann Limetree Phono II
The Limetree Phono II's signal-to-noise is 82 dB against the Black Cube SE's 71 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 46 dB, and its weight 0.295 kg (1 lbs) against 0.59 kg (1 lbs). Both share mc gain (66 dB).
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The Black Cube SE is part of the premier league of phono preamps, utilizing components of ultimate quality to ensure low-noise reproduction. It includes a high-precision passive RIAA filter network, which helps in delivering pure transients, dynamics, and timbres. The device is equipped with a custom impedance slot and an extra hardwired plug-in location for easy cartridge matching. Its compact design allows for placement near the turntable, minimizing cable length and potential interference.
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The Limetree Phono II's signal-to-noise is 82 dB against the Black Cube SE's 71 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 46 dB, and its weight 0.295 kg (1 lbs) against 0.59 kg (1 lbs). Both share mc gain (66 dB).
The Tube Box DS2's signal-to-noise is 88 dB against the Black Cube SE's 71 dB, its mc gain 65 dB against 66 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 46 dB, and its weight 1.5 kg (3 lbs) against 0.59 kg (1 lbs).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The Phono's signal-to-noise is 64 dB against the Black Cube SE's 71 dB, its mc gain 65 dB against 66 dB, its mm gain 43 dB against 46 dB, and its weight 3 kg (7 lbs) against 0.59 kg (1 lbs).
The Tube Box S2's signal-to-noise is 80 dB against the Black Cube SE's 71 dB, its mc gain 63 dB against 66 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 46 dB, and its weight 0.41 kg (1 lbs) against 0.59 kg (1 lbs).
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