THD+N = 0.0006% @ 1kHz and a power bandwidth of 5MHz. Near perfect reproduction of 125kHz square wave.

The P-20 Preamplifiers elegantly sculpted aluminum case encloses a number of significant advances over the preamps award-winning P-9 predecessor in several key areas, especially with respect to volume control. A preamps volume-control capabilities are among its most critical features. In practical terms, we saw room for improvement over the already excellent P-9s volume control within the areas of transparency and noise.

Design & Features
The P-20s numerically controlled, switched-resistor ladder network features the last word in thin-film technology. In order to improve precision and lower the noise floor to the vanishing point, weve implemented a single thin-film, ultra-low-noise resistor in the signal path for each of the volume controls 0.5dB gain settings, thus permitting the listener to achieve the desired volume level in precise 0.5dB steps. As a further benefit, the listener is able to adjust any inputs level to exactly correspond with any other, thereby simplifying the matching of source-component volume levels.

The heart of the P-20 boasts an all-discrete, fastidiously precise amplifier module. Because speed is of paramount significance, weve reduced capacitive loading on the final voltage amp with the implementation of ultra-low-noise, monolithic dual JFETs, specially selected VMOS FETs, and extremely flat hFE bipolar transistors in a dual cascode configuration, all of which are combined within a driven-shield arrangement. The P-20 offers a 5MHz power bandwidth, an S/N ratio exceeding 100dB, and a dynamic range in excess of 120 dB. There are no capacitors or DC-servos in the inherently stable P-20s gain circuit.

And, in keeping with these advances, weve paid a great deal of attention to isolation. Weve covered the amplifier modules with thermal insulation along with heavy copper shields in order to avoid thermal drift or signal-degrading heating effects. Each amp modules self-contained shunt regulator further assists in isolation from power supplies. A similarly isolated floating-current source supply feeds each module to insure separation from ground-system noise.

Since all control functions are powered by discrete power supplies, the P-20s design prevents any logic circuitry clock-signal noise from ever contaminating the analog section's low-level signals. In keeping with the P-20s state-of-the-art features, we include a delightfully convenient, custom-designed remote control. In sum, the P-20s near-to-molecular clarity offers the last word in utterly transparent, organic sound in effect, a stress-free listening experience as close to live as audio permits. Better still, these features can be activated by a 12V trigger signal enabling system integration without the need for manual intervention. All that's required is a processor or receiver with a common 12V trigger connection.
 

• Ultra low noise 1nV/ Hz JFETs Volume control features numerically controlled
• switched-resistor ladder network with the latest in thin-film
• ultra-low-noise resistor technology
• Full microprocessor control with memory retention
• No capacitor and no DC-servo in the signal path 3 separate power supplies
• Individual audio channels are shielded with heavy copper shield with thermal barrier
• Solid stainless steel back connector panel forms a solid signal ground reference

Specifications

Inputs	1 XLR, 5 RCA
Outputs	1 RCA, 1 XLR
THD+N	at 1kHz = 0.0006% at 20-20kHz = 0.003% at DC to 1MHz
S/N Ratio	100dB at 20-20kHz S/N > 90dB at DC to 1MHz
Frequency Response	at 20-20kHz = +0.02dB/-0dB at DC to 1Mhz = +0.5dB/-0dB at DC-2.5 MHz +0/-3dB
Maximum Output	7V RMS
Phase Shift	= 0
Input Impedance	= 10K ohm
Output Impedance	= 100 ohm
Weight	17lbs
Power	120V 60Hz (100V and 240V models available)
Available Colors	black or silver anodized aluminum
Warranty	three (3) year warranty.