EnsembleVirtuosousedEnsemble Virtuoso Hybrid Preamp, Swiss Made, Gorgeous!!Ensemble Tube Preamp One of the most unique preamps to come across our lab. It is a think of beauty both inside and out. Externally its finished in polished stainless top with the gold fa...2499.00

Ensemble Virtuoso Hybrid Preamp, Swiss Made, Gorgeous!!

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Ships fromGlen Rock, NJ, 07452
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Ensemble Tube Preamp



One of the most unique preamps to come across our lab.  



It is a think of beauty both inside and out.  



Externally its finished in polished stainless top with the gold faceplate.  The knobs are made out of exotic hardwood which gives it an amazing feel. There is a small window in the front that shows the going of the single tube used in the circuitry.  



On the back you’ll find 4 sets of analogue inputs and two tape loops.  On the front you’ll find the typical controls for source/record, balance and volume.  There is also an handy -12db attenuator in case your amp runs loud. Finally the headphone output compels this very well equipped preamp. 



Looking at the inside one immediately notices that this is a hand crafter piece of equipment made with the highest quality parts and attention to detail.  There is a large oversized toroidal power supply, Alps volume potentiometer and mill spec switching relay for the inputs.   Trulls a work of art.



Condition is very respectable, the faceplate and knobs look like new but the highly polished steel top shows some scratches likely from stacking other equipment on it.  Nothing crazy but not perfect. Since the top is stainless they could be polished out if this sort of thing bothers you. 



I also have an option Ensemble spiked plinth that could be sold with the unit.  Let me know if interested.



This is a very rare and unique piece of audio equipment and well regarded in the community.  Don’t miss your chance as they don’t come up often. 



The unit was tested and is in working condition.  



The item will be professionally packaged and insured for safe transit to your home. 



Available for pickup in Ridgewood, NJ or Union Square NYC.



NJ Residents will need to pay NJ Sales Tax



Use the buy it now button and we will cover the PayPal fees.



Thanks for looking and be sure to call or text 646 852 2073 with any questions. 



Please visit our Audiogon e-store to see the rest of the items we have for sale www.audiogon.com/stores/skyfi



The Virtuoso is a hybrid line preamplifier.



Features:



Hybrid circuitry (ECC81/12AT7 tubes and bi-polar transistors in shunt-regulated push-pull configuration).



Class A operation



Input/tape loop switching controlled by air-tight relays



Automatic switch-on mute; servo control of DC offset



6 line inputs (incl. 2 tape loops and two-way tape to tape dubbing)



Separate Listen and Record



Active and Passive Out



Mono/Stereo switch



-12dB attenuation switch



6.3mm (1/4) socket for headphones



Specifications:



Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20kHz 0/-0.1dB



Sensitivity: 200 mV



Input impedance: 22 kOhms min., 50 kOhms max.



Output impedance: Active  6 Ohms / Passsive  22 kOhms



Gain: 12dB (0 dB attenuation)



S/N Ratio: 89dB (1V)



THD: 0.01% (1V / 30Hz to 20kHz)



Dimensions: 440 x 320 x 95 mm (WDH)



Weight (gross): 10 kg (22 lbs)



Weight (net): 8 kg (17.6 lbs)






WHO WE ARE 


Skyfi.nyc is a small startup business specializing in the purchase, reconditioning and reselling of select high end audio equipment.  We only buy equipment the we admire and are passionate about.  No mid-fi, no gimmicks and no junk.  



Each piece of equipment is cosmetically restored and fully tested in our well-equipped lab by an engineer with 30+ years of experience in the Hifi world.  If it does not meet or exceed the original manufactures specifications, it will not be sold.  We are select about the equipment we purchase, focusing on mostly analog, high-build quality, American and European built units.



Through our sister company, which is an authorized dealer for McIntosh, Audio Research, Sonus Faber, ClearAudio, Project and Sony ES, we have access to OEM parts and service support.  If you are local and are looking for any new equipment for the above mentioned manufacturers, please drop us a line as we can arrange both sales and professional installation in the tri-state area




PURCHASING GUIDELINES


If you would like to make an offer, please don't email or message us unless you are looking to trade something in.  



If we are accepting offers, you will see a button on the listing page to do so.  Please use it, as it is very hard to track offers through email or messaging.  This way, we are all also better protected.   If you don’t see a “offer” button its because we are not taking offers on this item.  Please don’t bother to make one.  



PAYMENTS


We prefer working through PayPal, which allows you to use a credit card or bank transfer.  We do not charge extra for any payment fees.  You can also send us a personal check (which will need to clear before shipping), certified check, money order or wire transfer.  International clients without access to PayPal should use a bank wire transfer. 



If you are picking up an item, we don not accept PayPal, you must pay in person with cash, certified or bank check or wire transfer.  If you make a PayPal payment it will be returned. 



TRADE IN POLICY 


We accept trade-ins of equal or lesser value under certain conditions.  Simply ask and let us know the exact model, condition and what accessories are included such as a box, remote, manual, etc.  We will only consider high-end equipment from mainstream manufacturers such as McIntosh, Mark Levinson, Audio Research, Krell, etc. and will typically pass on displays, projectors, receivers, dated processors and mid-fi equipment of any type.  We will offer a fair value for your equipment, but keep in mind we are running a business and will need to be able to sell the equipment at a profit after investing a great deal of time and resources in testing, certifying, repairing, cleaning and packaging the incoming equipment.  If you are looking for top dollar we suggest attempting to sell it directly to an end user.  



SELL US YOUR GEAR (Working or Broken)


We will also purchase your used or broken gear and arrange pickup if you are in our local market.  Just drop us a note for a quote, but be sure to include the condition and what is included.  



HOW TO VISIT US


We are currently operating from a residence in Ridgewood, NJ.  You are welcome to make an appointment if there is a piece of equipment you would like to see in operation before or after purchase.  We have a well-equipped, dedicated listening room with tons of equipment of all makes and models.  We are not a store, so please don’t make an appointment if you are just curious as to how a speaker or piece of equipment sounds.  In essence, no tire kickers please.  



If you are in NYC and cannot make it out to Ridgewood, we can arrange pickup in Union Square (14th Street) after the purchase.   You can call or text  (646) 852-2073 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.  We can also arrange to install, calibrate and tune the gear in your listening room if you are in the local area.  This is super useful when purchasing large speakers or heavy amplifiers.  It is also great for ensuring your new turntable is setup correctly in its final resting place.  



Thanks for looking and please send us your email address if you would like to receive a list of the equipment we receive from time to time.  We promise not to bombard you with junk email.  

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