610 vs Emotiva RSP-1
The RSP-1's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 610's 93 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.005%, its output impedance 100Ω against 10Ω, and its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 0.3V RMS.
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The Nakamichi 610 is a state-of-the-art solid-state stereo control preamplifier and mixing console designed for audiophiles and professionals. It features extremely low noise and distortion levels, making it a highly precise audio control center. The 610 supports mixing of 5 inputs to 2 outputs from 19 different sources, including 5 wide-dynamic-range microphone inputs, allowing complex live recording and mixing scenarios. It includes built-in test tone oscillators, pink noise generator, phase checkers, and precision dB meters, which make it invaluable for calibration, alignment, and evaluation of stereo system components. Special switching features enable A/B comparisons of phono cartridges, tape decks, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers. The unit was manufactured in Japan between 1974 and 1980 and weighs 7 kg.
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The RSP-1's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 610's 93 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.005%, its output impedance 100Ω against 10Ω, and its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 0.3V RMS.
The C39's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the 610's 93 dB, its thd 0.002% against 0.005%, its output impedance 47Ω against 10Ω, and its output voltage 2.5V RMS against 0.3V RMS.
The RC1090's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the 610's 93 dB, its thd 0.004% against 0.005%, its output impedance 100Ω against 10Ω, and its output voltage 1.0V RMS against 0.3V RMS.
The C27's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the 610's 93 dB, its thd 0.050% against 0.005%, and its output impedance 100Ω against 10Ω. Both share output voltage (0.3V RMS).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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