The M8s is a preamplifier without limits. From its performance to its connectivity, through its quality and construction, the M8s is an excellent centerpiece for almost any system.
The M8s features a wide range of inputs, including a low-noise MM/MC phono stage, 2 balanced inputs (1 with home theater bypass option), 3 line inputs (one with home theater bypass option), and a fully configured loop tape in/out. The M8s preamplifier has very high input overload margins, meaning it provides completely undisturbed sound.
The outputs are very low impedance and high current, so it can drive almost any power amplifier through any length of cable (balanced or single-ended). Technical measurements confirm the M8s's excellent engineering: from extremely low distortion to near-perfect frequency response and extremely low noise.
The M8s will drive any power amplifier over any length of cable. Although, obviously, its perfect partner is a pair of M8s-700m amplifiers.
M8s Preamplifier Highlights
- Truly fully balanced preamplifier
- Eight versatile inputs – 1 balanced XLR, switchable MM/MC Phono, CD, Tuner, Aux 1, Aux 2, Tape
- Single-ended and balanced outputs as well as a fixed output for tape record
- Home theater bypass available on single-ended and balanced inputs
- Outstanding peak performance
- Amazing load driving ability, will easily drive any power amplifier with any cable of almost any length
Design + Build
The first outstanding factor of the M8s preamplifier is its truly fully balanced design. Most competitive preamplifiers making similar claims are actually single-ended models with balanced input and output. The quality continues with the Class A circuitry layout of the M8s preamplifier, implemented in fine and refined layouts.
The M8s has very high input overload margins. High input resistance and low output resistance give the M8s the ability to be easy to drive, while having the capability to drive any power amplifier.
Here are some details about the input options. The phono stage is a low-noise MM/MC design, with very accurate RIAA, low distortion, and wide overload margins – all making for an excellent partner for turntables. Two fully balanced inputs, three line-level inputs, and a fully configured loop tape (input and output) offer plenty of flexibility for further sources.
The M8s also features an excellent power supply. Each channel has a 350VA silent transformer and each stage of each channel has its own circuit regulation for improved performance and isolation.
Specifications
- Type
- Power Supply, Tuner
- Colour
- Black
- USB Input
- No
Connectivity
- Outlets
- RCA, XLR
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wifi
- No
- Ethernet (LAN)
- No
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.