Ayre KX-5 Twenty

House of Stereo Shop Demo KX-5 Twenty Preamplifier. Full Warranty. Mint condition.

Arguably the most important component in your system, the KX-5 delivers all of the performance and flexibility you have come to expect from an Ayre product.

Following in the legendary footsteps of the KX-R preamplifier, the Ayre KX-5 lives up to the challenge with dynamics powered by our Diamond output stage and a finesse achieved by eliminating the traditional attenuating volume control with our 46 position Variable Gain Transimpedance (VGT) amplification circuit. Featuring six programmable inputs and our unique Equilock gain stage, the KX-5 will draw you in with its enchanting musicality and drop your jaw with its endless depth of stage.

Maximum Input Level

8 V rms – unbalanced inputs

16 V rms – balanced inputs

Gain

Gain Variable to match the required output level of the system without the need for attenuation.

Input Impedance

1 MΩ unbalanced inputs

2 MΩ balanced inputs (1 MΩ per phase)

XLR Input Polarity

Pin 1 = Ground

Pin 2 = Non-inverting (Positive)

Pin 3 = Inverting (Negative)

Frequency Response

DC – 250 kHz

Power Consumption

40 watts in operating mode

60 watts in operating mode (volume control active)

Dimensions

17.25″ W x 13.25″ D x 3.75″ H

(44cm x 34cm x 10cm)

Weight

23 pounds (10.5 kg)