Robert Koda Takumi K-15 Reference Preamp made in Japan

 A close friend has asked me to sell his gorgeous Robert Koda Takumi K-15 preamp. He is the second owner, having purchased the unit from Audio Arts, NYC.

 This is one of the worlds finest, handmade reference pre-amps. Ultra rare and rarely seen for sale. Read more info below:

http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue73/koda_takumi.htm

  Preamp ships in all original factory double box and packing material.

   Includes original owners manual, no power cord.
 
   Voltage is user switchable via the rear fuse panel 110/220.

 Rating this pre 8/10 on cosmetics. There are a few very small marks here and there, please see images. Few light marks on the top plate and a small nick on the rear edge, and some feet marks on the bottom plate.

 Koda currently offers an upgrade of original K-15 units to K15-EX for around $8K. The MSRP of a K-15EX is nearly $75K, here is your chance at one for nearly half of that.

Specs are as follows:

Output
RCA 2 pairs　
True balanced XLR 2 pair
Input
RCA 5 pairs　
True balanced XLR 5 pair

Output impedance
60 ohm single ended, 2X 30 ohm balanced
Input impedance
50K ohm single ended, 2X 50K ohm balanced
Signal to noise
114dB A weighted at 1V
Frequency response
20Hz to 20KHz +/- 0.03dB
Distortion
0.00003 % @ 1Khz at 2.5V into 100K ohm　Estimated due to measurement limits.
Power consumption
Off – 0W On – 30W
Weight
29Kg unpacked
Size
389mm wide, 385mm deep and 158 high excluding feet


TERMS OF SALE:

    Please read carefully, as these terms are not negotiable.

     Due
to the high dollar value of this preamp, payment by Bank Wire only.

  
     No Paypal.

Payment due within 48hrs of purchase. No checks. No trades, thank you.

  The quoted shipping flat rate is an estimate, buyer is responsible for any and all actual shipping/insurance charges.

   The box weighs nearly 70lbs, so please factor this in to your purchase.

Please ask any and all questions before agreeing to purchase.

Thanks for looking.