Absolare writes: “Introducing the Eternum, Absolare’s revolutionary new true balanced preamplifier. Unmatched in its soulful, faithful, and first-rate sound reproduction, the Eternum is no less than the pinnacle of line-stage design. But it’s not just a redesigned preamplifier. the result of extensive research and development, the Eternum features a groundbreaking two-chassis design. with two dedicated preamplifiers per channel, it forges a new standard for the truly balanced amplifier.”
“Every aspect of the Eternum is carefully curated in the pursuit of sonic perfection, sparing no cost for the highest quality exotic components. With improved Duelund copper silver cast capacitor design and Echole infinity-grade alloy, its performance is second to none in silence, harmonic resolution, and real-world dynamic contrast. The Eternum is an unparalleled preamplifier, a must-have for realizing the true potential of any high-end audio system.”
Specifications
- Two Chassis Design – Eliminates Magnetic and Mechanical Noises from Power Transformers
- All Tube, Zero Feedback, Fully Balanced Architecture Fully Dual Monoblock Design
- Independent Power Supplies for Each Channel with Independently Structured Inter- Chassis DC Wires
- Truly Oversized Power Transformers and Voltage Regulators Directly Connected to Balanced Input
- Transformer-Coupled Balanced Output for Noise Free and Fully Symmetrical Signal Connection
- Point-to-Point Internal Construction with Optimal Wiring Actual Echole Infinity Interconnects and Powercords (20 Meters) Just Behind-the-Connector Input Selection for Minimum Signal Attenuator: Custom made continuous, remote controlled Tubes: 4 x 12au7/Ecc82 (or compatible)
- Bandwith 20Hz-20Khz within +/- 0.1dB, 10Hz- 45 kHz+/- 1.0dB Input Impedance: 50 k Ω
- Output impedance: 750 Ω
- Input: XLR
- Output: XLR
- Dimensions: 38 x 52 x 14 cm ex. feet (both chassis) Weight: 28 kg each
Performance
Through the early feedback of the opinion leaders, the performance is perceived to be second to none in silence, harmonic resolution, speed, low-level articulation, and real-world dynamic contrast converging into a real-world realism where the audiophile terms cease to exist. The calm yet real-world dynamic presentation enables the truthfully scaled soundstage, layering, pinpoint three-dimensionality, and touchable palpability starting for the deepest lows where the system components do completely disappear. In short, a life-like performance that is yet to be witnessed. The initial feedback from the acclaimed opinion leaders is that the true potential of any higher-end system will be revelated with the Eternum preamp’s performance.
Absolare Eternum preamplifier
Late 2022, November to be exact we at Connaisseur Audio got the possibility to experience the new Absolare Eternum preamplifier.
This preamplifier differs from his siblings by a completely symmetrical design and a separate power supply.
At first, I thought it would be the same as the single-ended designs except for the different topologies. Oh boy, couldn’t I be more wrong after a brief listening session? This is a different animal, and I will try to describe the differences in the perceived listening experience.
This preamplifier gives much more energy to the system, combining this with a better focus and a much wider and deeper soundstage. It has a kind of disappearing act, I never thought was possible with only exchanging a fantastic preamplifier with an even better one. You can’t speak about certain parameters that stand out, it is the whole listening experience that is elevated to new levels.
To say that I am impressed is an understatement!
Kerem, and your design team, congratulations on this wonderful new product, that again elevates the listening experience…..
With kind regards,
Connaisseur Audio The Netherlands