There is a lot going on under the cover of the German Physiks Emperor preamplifier that allows it to offer an it an exceptionally high level of performance.
3 balanced and 3 unbalanced inputs per channel, enable its use in a wide range of system configurations. Each channel has 2 balanced and 2 unbalanced outputs, making it easy to use in multi-amp systems.
Its fully balanced design and careful component layout ensures optimum noise rejection.
The design’s very wide bandwidth provides exceptional transparency and resolution.
High voltage power supply rails ensure a very wide dynamic range.
The volume control uses a balanced relay-switched resistor network design. This allows precise adjustment with very accurate channel balance. This also gives the volume control stage a constant input and output impedance. This prevents the changes in sound quality that can occur at different settings with simpler designs.
High quality components operated well within their electrical ratings and run cool due to careful design of the internal air-flow, maximise both the reliability and the useful service life of the unit.
Because of its transparency, the Emperor preamplifier will provide excellent results with high-quality power amplifiers from a wide range of other makers. For the best results we recommend using it with our Emperor stereo or mono power amplifiers. This combination provides transparency, finesse and the ability to comfortably drive any loudspeaker on the market that we are aware of.