Backert LabsRhumba 1.3 Extreme usedBackert Labs Rhumba 1.3 Extreme   preamp preamplifier**This is a B-stock Rhumba Extreme, discounted from the regular price of $7,000 to $3,995 because it was returned to us with a hum. We found that a component in the power supply had failed, replace...3995.00

Backert Labs Rhumba 1.3 Extreme preamp preamplifier

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Ships fromHockessin, DE, 19707
Ships toUnited States
Package dimensions24.0" × 16.0" × 8.0" (23.0 lbs.)
Shipping carrierFedEx
Shipping cost$25.00
Original accessoriesRemote Control, Box, Manual
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**This is a B-stock Rhumba Extreme, discounted from the regular price of $7,000 to $3,995 because it was returned to us with a hum. We found that a component in the power supply had failed, replaced it, and fully checked the rest of the unit. It has been played for two weeks straight to ensure reliability. It is in great shape, and comes with a full as-new factory 3-year warranty.**

If you're wondering how to make your system sound more engaging, consider the Rhumba Extreme 1.3, from Backert Labs.

This review at EnjoyTheMusic.com may be helpful: http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0919/Backert_Labs_Rhumba_Extreme_13_Preamplifier_Review.htm

SOUND

Natural. Dynamic. Rhythmic. Layers of resolution. "Wakes up" your stereo system.

EASY.

We make it easy to own a Backert Labs. You'll probably never need to change the tubes, because we run them extremely gently. And our auto-tube-biasing circuit, not found in any other brand, extends tube life even further. 

If you do replace tubes (just two 12au7's), it's going to be for fun -- to see what a different brand sounds like. We make that easy too, with our famous "tube door" on top. 

Under the tube door, a protective enclosure prevents young fingers from exploring beyond the tubes and accidentally touching the circuit board. 

FEATURES.

Fully-balanced XLR input and fully-balanced XLR output. Class A design. No negative feedback -- neither global, nor local. Assembled by hand in Pennsylvania. Dual-mono power supply regulators. The Rhumba Extreme 1.3 from Backert Labs is the last preamp you'll ever need. 

A tubed line stage, using radically new technology that results in just 75 ohms of output impedance, which means it pairs nicely with *any* power amp. Internal wire by Kimber Kable.  A beautiful and heavy remote volume control.  10dB of gain. Just two tubes -- we use the premium Mullard reissues, for incredibly smooth highs and just a touch of beautiful warmth.

Although our base Rhumba 1.3 preamp at $4,000 betters many preamps at significantly higher prices, the Rhumba Extreme is indeed a serious upgrade to the base Rhumba, featuring many improvements, including the following 5 specific advances:

1. Our proprietary automatic and continuous tube biasing. Tube biasing is found on all *power* amps, but not on preamps. The effect of our innovation is that every tube you use in the Rhumba Extreme will last longer and will sound its very best at all times. Because each tube will always be in its "happy bias place".

2. A cool blue LED at the edge of the volume knob shows you its position in all light conditions

3. Dual-mono regulator, for exceptional separation and imaging   
4. Premium brass feet, from edenSound, improving microdynamics and the sense of space in your music   

5. Upgraded polypropylene capacitors in the power supply, delivering more refinement and larger sense of scale and massiveness as called for by your music   

Comments from recent Rhumba Extreme purchasers:

  • "I began to neglect regular life as I renewed the joy of listening. I have heard instrumental details, special subtleties (most importantly with vocals) as if I had never heard some of my recordings before."
  • "There are details in the music and overtones of instruments that I have never experienced in over 40 years as an audiophile.  During part of that time I had a business interest in 2 high end audio stores and was able to audition some of the very best high end equipment ever made.  The Rhumba combined with my Pass amp produces the most listenable experience that I have ever had."
  • "I’ve received my Rhumba 1.3 Extreme.  I’ve been listening, all day yesterday & today. Holy Mother of Crap !!  Right out the box... compliments to the chef(s).  You've knocked this one out-of-the park, by a mile!  It sounds passionate, decadent, provocative, on-point/spot-on incisive... this Rhumba Extreme is just enthralling!"

    This Rhumba 1.3 Extreme comes as pictured, with silver front plate. Body color is traditional black, or for $200 we offer stunning red and blue color options... no photo can fully show you how beautiful. Finally, Rhumba 1.3 Extreme features a stereo-mono switch on the front panel. 

    Standard features on every Rhumba:

    - Remote volume control which actuates a fully analog premium potentiometer.

    - Fully balanced XLR input; three RCA inputs.

    - Fully balanced XLR output; two RCA outputs.

    - REC OUT output, and Home Theater bypass.

    - Mute switch. Stereo/Mono switch. Balance control is analog

    RISK-FREE

    Full refund of your purchase price if you are not satisfied within 14 days.  And no need to worry - we break-in every Backert Labs preamp for at least 168 hours of playing time, so that you will immediately hear exceptional sound upon receiving your Backert Labs preamp.

    Questions? You can just write to us here. You'll hear back from our President, Andy Tebbe. 

    We are very proud of what we have achieved with the Rhumba Extreme. We can't wait for you to hear what it does for your system.

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