1130 vs 3130
The 3130's signal-to-noise is 76 dB against the 1130's 75 dB, its thd 0.030% against 0.020%, its weight 6.9 kg (15 lbs) against 4.25 kg (9 lbs), and its width 420 mm against 435 mm.
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AmplifiersPre-AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$135
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 1130
The NAD 1130 is a stereo preamplifier manufactured from 1985 to 1987, designed for discerning audiophiles on a budget. It features an exceptionally quiet discrete transistor phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges, with steep infrasonic filtering to eliminate rumble and distortion. The overload-proof CD input offers 10dB greater dynamic range than compact discs. Bass EQ extends loudspeaker bass response by half an octave. It includes a high-gain headphone output for full-range sound and special high-level outputs capable of up to 15V for driving power amps or as a line driver. Made in Japan with anthracite color finish. No remote control. Dimensions: 435 x 81 x 263 mm. Weight: 4.25kg (HiFi Engine) / 3.7kg (RadioMuseum).
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.020%
- SNR
- 75 dB
- Output Voltage
- 13.0V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 15.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Phono MM/MC, line, CD, tape monitor
- Analog Outputs
- pre out, headphone out
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 435 × 81 × 263 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 4.25 kg (9 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions