Esoteric Audio Research EAR 912 Tube Preamplifier
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Ships from | Point Roberts , WA, 98281 |
Ships to | Worldwide |
Package dimensions | 20.0" × 22.0" × 10.0" (51.0 lbs.) |
Shipping carrier | UPS |
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Original accessories | Remote Control, Box, Manual |
Average | Research Pricing |
Hello, here you will find an absolute mint condition, as new, low hour Esoteric Audio Research EAR 912 full function preamplifier. It has just under 800 hours of usage since new. This is Tim de Paravicini's statement preamplifier and very rare to find on the used market. People just don't sell them. This particular unit is in flawless condition with not even a fingerprint on it!
This is considered to be one the best preamplifiers available and is EAR's top of the line unit. The sound is breathtaking! Spacious, instruments are set in their own space with huge air around them, the soundstage is immense and there is a rightness to the sound. There are 2 phono inputs that are infinitely adjustable. The performance of the phono stage is as good as any external unit available on the market.
From Stereophile, "modest differences are, as I've suggested, no strangers to the modern-preamp landscape—but the functionality and flexibility of the Esoteric Audio Research EAR 912 are anything but common. This product taught me something about my records and the other components in my system, and I enjoyed every minute I spent with it. The EAR 912 isn't cheap, but it's a Class A preamplifier in every sense, and an heirloom-quality instrument that represents the apex of both build quality and design ingenuity. I miss it already—and I strongly recommend that you try to experience it for yourself."
From Positive Feedback, "The E.A.R. 912 Professional Tube Control Centre will take its place as my reference preamp against which all others will be judged. With a flexibility second to none and musical performance unmatched in my experience as a reviewer, you must consider the 912 as a contender for that first position on your audiophile shopping list. With a superb sounding, fully featured phono stage, you will need one less box on the rack. As the top preamp for quiet, black backgrounds coupled with spot on musicality and realism, you get the complete and fully evolved package. I would buy this before the British pound gets more expensive! The E.A.R. 912 Professional Tube Control Centre is the state of the art in preamp design and performance. What more can one ask for? Tim de Paravicini hits a home run, yet again. Tim, please don't ever stop!"
There are so many online reviews and posts to mention. If you are looking at this post you already know how good this unit is. I shipped the unit back to the factory in England earlier this year for a full check up and was given a clean bill of health. The technician sent a full test sheet confirming the unit is right to factory specifications. Please note that this is the newest version of this preamplifier with the new style remote and LED meter lighting.
I have several tube options or you can purchase all of them from me. Included are the original factory tubes with approximately 800 hours and full matched sets of National NOS tubes from Upscale Audio, NOS Tungsram's from Tubemonger and a beautiful set of Mullard's from Vintage Tube Services. All sound superb but present a different perspective.
All original boxes, packaging, power cord, remote, manual etc. Did I mention this unit is mint? It is like new. Buyer responsible for shipping, insurance, Paypal and Audiogon fees. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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