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Goldmund MIMESIS 37S User Manual

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GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S
Analog Preamplifier

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    USER MANUAL GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S Analog Preamplifier...
  • Page 2 The guiding principle at Goldmund is to produce a precise sound with the least possible loss of quality through the different stages. Goldmund will never adopt a technology before it is sufficiently developed to satisfy the high quality standards we set.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SETTING UP THE MIMESIS 37S POWER SUPPLY CONTROLS & UTILIZATION SOUND QUALITY OPTIMIZATION SAFETY FEATURES & MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 3...
  • Page 4 Nevertheless, in the Mimesis 37S Preamplifier, Goldmund engineering excellence delivers extreme performance simple convenient format that we hope you will enjoy for many years to come. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 4...

  • Page 5: Setting Up The Mimesis 37S

    Ultra low reflection interconnect cables are absolutely mandatory to retain the time integrity that the preamplifier is designed to provide. In all typical cases Goldmund recommends using the special Goldmund Lineal interconnect cables.
  • Page 6 SETTING UP THE MIMESIS 37S (Ctd.) CHOICE OF PREAMPLIFIER LOCATION The Goldmund Mimesis 37S preamplifier generates a significant amount of heat. It is necessary to allow adequate ventilation for proper cooling of the heat sinks. Avoid any location which is not properly ventilated. Avoid stacking equipment and do not locate the preamplifier close to equipment that is sensitive to temperature.

  • Page 7: Line Voltage Adjustment

    Warning! If the line voltage provided is not appropriate as supplied, please consult your dealer. ATTENTION: At the 220V position, the Goldmund Mimesis 37S preamplifier will function properly for main line voltages between 200V and 240V. At the 110V position, the main line must deliver between 105 and 125V.
  • Page 8 Connect the interconnect cables from source devices to the line inputs numbered 1 to 7 labeled ‘IN1’ to ‘IN7’. Connect tape machines to any inputs and to the Tape output plugs (except INS, no tape out). GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 8...

  • Page 9: Power Supply

    POWER SUPPLY The main POWER switch is located on the back panel of the Goldmund Mimesis 37S power supply. In regular use, this switch should be left permanently ON and the circuits of the preamplifier activated or deactivated using the STANDBY ON/OFF.

  • Page 10: Controls & Utilization

    CONTROLS & UTILIZATION The Goldmund Mimesis 37S is designed to capture, control, shape and nurture the fragile source inputs, supporting adjustment of volume and balance to deliver your desired output signal. The primary control functions supporting these processes are outlined below.

  • Page 11: Sound Quality Optimization

    The critical circuits have to warm up to around +55 degrees Celsius (+131 degrees Fahrenheit) before achieving their optimal performances. This is why Goldmund recommends that the MIMESIS 37S is always powered on. ABSOLUTE PHASE Your Mimesis 37S preamplifier has an absolute phase inverter switch.

  • Page 12: Safety Features & Maintenance

    SAFETY FEATURES & MAINTENANCE PROTECTION CIRCUIT The Goldmund Mimesis 37S preamplifier uses a special protection circuit to protect the power amplifier and the speakers against a power supply failure or AC shut-down of the preamplifier. MAINTENANCE To clean your Mimesis use only a soft, clean, dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid using domestic cleaning products.

  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    • - THD balanced in to balanced out 0.001% • flat with frequency • - IMD unbalanced in to unbalanced out 0.002% • - IMD balanced in to balanced out 0.001% GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 13...
  • Page 14 Connection optional between earth and ground to cancel all ground loops. SAFETY FEATURES • Automatic switching to MUTING if the AC line drops or is interrupted. • Automatic protection against tape loops. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 14...
  • Page 15 440 W x 380 D x 90 H. (mm) Power Supply • 440 W x 280 D x 60 H. (mm). Total Weight: 15 kg WARRANTY • 3 years, parts and labor. GOLDMUND MIMESIS 37S - Analog Preamplifier - 15...