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It was science. Now it's Art!
Model: AuPre - Tube Preamplifier / Phono Stage (2014 model)
Au Pre's
QUICK USER MANUAL:
Tube Preamplifier
V2.05.2016
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MANUAL | AU PRE TRIODE LAB CANADA http://www.triodelab.com

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  • Page 1 It was science. Now it’s Art! Model: AuPre - Tube Preamplifier / Phono Stage (2014 model) Au Pre’s QUICK USER MANUAL: Tube Preamplifier V2.05.2016 MANUAL | AU PRE TRIODE LAB CANADA http://www.triodelab.com...
  • Page 2 Model : Au Pre Tube Preamplifiers First of all, thank you for purchasing our product. Anytime you see the Triode Lab badge, you are getting a finest piece in its class. All our products are designed to last forever with absolute reliable ownership. Everything, from design to manufacture are done right here in Toronto, Canada, in-house by our tube masters and engineers.
  • Page 3: Quick Connections

    TURN OFF Power Amplifier FIRST, and turn off preamplifier last) 6. Select your source via SELECTOR SWITCH KNOB 7. Turn on to appropriate / suitable VOLUME CONTROL KNOB 8. Sit back, relax and enjoy! MANUAL | AU PRE TRIODE LAB CANADA http://www.triodelab.com...
  • Page 4: Connection Diagram

    CONNECTION DIAGRAM TUBES / KNOBS MANUAL | AU PRE TRIODE LAB CANADA http://www.triodelab.com...
  • Page 5 / plating on of the tube socket feet will tell. The better the tube equipment is, the easier to tell the difference. This is the reason why we select the 6GV8 / ECL85 because of its good tonal quality. MANUAL | AU PRE TRIODE LAB CANADA http://www.triodelab.com...
  • Page 6: Designer Notes

    The Au Pre design uses tube rectification and regulation, with two 12AU7s in the gain stage (this is why it is called AU Pre) and a world class solid-state phono stage. It’s been almost 30 years since we first developed this 12AU7 preamp circuitry. That first version was designed for a recording studio in Germany as a contract job –...
  • Page 7 Is not just for the looks and space savings. The Au Pre is a compact and simple-desk policy preamplifier. But it is not just compact. Although we have kept all the wiring as short as possible, we have also used top-level components throughout – it is hardwired with heavy-duty silver plated wires, and high quality E-capacitors and parts - which contribute to the darker and quieter noise floor.
  • Page 8 Thus, it is safe to say that a product of “simple-best” is harder to design and engineer than an all-out “serious” design. With our Au Pre, we have had thirty years to simplify, streamline and optimize the design of our preamp with phono stage. We think we’ve landed on a pretty good version of “simple-best.”...
  • Page 9: Quick Specs

    1 x ECL85 / 6GV8 Regulate Tube (Second tube from left) CHASSIS / BOX: Finish: Magma Gray Metallic (2014) or computer coded automotive paint (For Au Pre du Triode) Chassis Dimensions: 17” x 8“ x 8” (W x D x H) Shipping Box:...

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