AudioSource Pre One/A Stereo Preamplifier

Works as expected. Had no response from the dealer for extended specifications after inquiring several times. Wanted to know the power consumption and if the volume control was a true audio semi-log taper. The unit pulls 5.4 watts and does have a good audio taper, but had to buy the box to find that out. Many manufactures use a linear control which is wrong! The balance control is too close to the volume control. I've pulled the balance knob which leaves a gapping hole, but no longer tweak balance when intending volume. Balance should have been one of the smaller knobs like Bass and Treble and further from the volume control. Input select is lost with power down. The reason for buying the unit is to go green. Adding a 20 watt class-d power amp to the stack has reduced the idle power from the previous Panasonic VSX-9300 from 67 watts to 12 watts. Panasonic has been retired.

I didn't expect much from this unit based on the price, but I was pleasantly
surprised and extremely happy with this purchase. I'm using it with a Adom Power Amp and AR3A speakers and it sounds great. I just wish it came with a remote but still it's a great bargain and is just what I needed. Don't let the low cost fool you, it's a quality unit (not "high end" gear but fills the need).

The stereo preamp, once a standard item in any serious hi-fi setup, has become difficult to find of late. This is the only one I know of that's still in production and that's intended for home use. It already seems a little dated, with its dedicated input for lazerdiscs (remember those?). But. it's a good, basic unit, although you'll need a separate phono cartridge amp for your vinyl collection. Also, the stated power rating of the switched outlet is too low to handle a large power amp.

A very economical way to boot your power amps by increasing a feeble output from your surround/back amp or revive your surrounds/back speakers from being drowned by your front/center speakers. It sure beats purchasing another home theater amp, as it makes the best of what you have. This pre amp also works well to boost output from cable boxes especially if you are transmitting whole house music from the cable box to an FM transmitter. Quite a unit for the price...and try to find a pre amp that fits these needs ANYWHERE else.

If you are looking for a no-frills pre-amplifier that will deliver what it promises, this is it.

No remote control, no digital read out, nothing fancy ... but it works and delivers good value for the money!