Revelation 1 vs Dynaco PAT-5a
The PAT-5a's thd is 0.007% against the Revelation 1's 0.005% and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 0.2V RMS.
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The Superphon Revelation 1 is a solid-state preamplifier designed by Stan Warren, known for his work with PS Audio. It was introduced in the early 1980s and quickly gained recognition for its high-fidelity audio performance at an accessible price point. The preamplifier is equipped with inputs for phono, aux 1, and aux 2, along with a tape monitor loop. It features a frequency response of 2Hz to 170kHz and a total harmonic distortion of 0.005%. The Revelation 1 is particularly noted for its excellent performance with moving-magnet cartridges.
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The PAT-5a's thd is 0.007% against the Revelation 1's 0.005% and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 0.2V RMS.
The 114's thd is 0.020% against the Revelation 1's 0.005% and its input sensitivity 0.5V RMS against 0.2V RMS.
The PAS-3X's thd is 0.050% against the Revelation 1's 0.005% and its input sensitivity 0.8V RMS against 0.2V RMS.
The .5B's input sensitivity is 0.1V RMS against the Revelation 1's 0.2V RMS. Both share thd (0.005%).
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