Deluxe vs TL-2.5i Performance
The TL-2.5i Performance's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the Deluxe's 80 dB, its thd 0.020% against 1.000%, its mm gain 37 dB against 20 dB, and its output impedance 200Ω against 195Ω.
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The VTL Deluxe is a minimalist, straight-line design tubed preamplifier featuring a simple signal path with remote control functionality. It includes inputs for phono and four high-level sources, with the option to add either a moving-magnet or moving-coil phono stage. The preamp features a stainless steel chassis with beveled, offset silver-black aluminum faceplate and represents VTL's philosophy of elegant, straightforward tube amplification with pride in traditional design and construction.
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The TL-2.5i Performance's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the Deluxe's 80 dB, its thd 0.020% against 1.000%, its mm gain 37 dB against 20 dB, and its output impedance 200Ω against 195Ω.
The TP-2.5 II's signal-to-noise is 50 dB against the Deluxe's 80 dB, its mm gain 42 dB against 20 dB, and its output voltage 20.0V RMS against 31.0V RMS. Both share thd (1.000%).
The Tiny Triode's weight is 7.71 kg (17 lbs) against the Deluxe's 13.61 kg (30 lbs) and its height 127 mm against 95.25 mm. Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB) and input impedance (100Ω).
The LD-2's signal-to-noise is 100 dB against the Deluxe's 80 dB, its thd 0.100% against 1.000%, its mm gain 40 dB against 20 dB, and its output impedance 100Ω against 195Ω.
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