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- Page 1 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Amplifier Series...
- Page 2 2008 Finally you can hear the true sound of the original master tapes!
- Page 3 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Stereo Linestage Preamplifier C-03...
- Page 4 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Introducing the C-03 Linestage Preamp! It is the moment you’ve been waiting for. You can see the sound, feel the sound, and experience the sound. That’s the quality of Master Sound Works amplification from ESOTERIC C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier...
- Page 5 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s...
- Page 6 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier...
- Page 7 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Outline 1 - Simple with the highest quality! Intelligent volume control preamp (dual mono) ESOTERIC 8N Cu Cable Shortest signal path (no EQ, REC out, etc.) 5 inputs RCA x3 / XLR x2 3 outputs RCA x2 / XLR x1 8N Copper connection between input/output stages...
- Page 8 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Outline 2 - “03” concept implementation Highly rigid non-resonant chassis construction (22kg/48.5lbs) Multi-compartment inner chassis isolation for better signal clarity Dual mono power supply / circuitry / vol.
- Page 9 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s High rigid chassis construction (22 kg/48.5 lbs) Advanced multi-compartment inner chassis Dual mono circuit layout Channel exclusive rich power supply Large toroidal transformer (core size: 200VA x2)
- Page 10 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Optimum input / output stage layout for the shortest signal path High quality discrete input buffer circuit High quality discrete output buffer circuit driven by high voltage power supply (+/- 38 V) for extremely fast signal response (Same output buffer circuit design as our reference DAC, model D-01)
- Page 11 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Channel exclusive volume control amplifier circuit (on output stage) Digital control signal isolated from music signal for ultimate clarity High quality audiophile grade parts selection process Source name can be preset and displayed on LCD (i.e.
- Page 12 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Highly rigid chassis The design and construction of the C-03 is massive, following the footsteps of the highly acclaimed P-03/D-03 components The approx.
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Page 13: Dual Mono
M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual Mono All circuits are designed in dual mono configuration. -Input stage / Output stage - Power supply - Volume control amplifier device Following the design steps of the P-03/D-03, this implementation achieves an ultimate level of... - Page 14 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual Mono The dual mono power supply circuits feature large toroidal transformers (core size: 200VA), for maximum power supply capability. This circuit design achieves an ultra-fast signal throughput response.
- Page 15 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Separate input / output stage – the shortest signal path Input stage and output stage are separated and vertically housed in each compartment, then connected with high purity 8N (99.999999%) Copper cable.
- Page 16 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Discrete input / output buffer The input / output stage has a very carefully designed discrete buffer circuit. The output buffer is driven by a +/- 38V high voltage power supply, achieving ultra-fast signal throughput response.
- Page 17 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual mono volume control amplifier device The volume control amplifier is directly positioned into the output stage in a dual mono configuration to achieve: - Ultimate channel separation - Shortest signal path...
- Page 18 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual mono volume control amplifier device External volume knob works as a “touch sensor,” and rotational movement is converted to a digital signal by an internal A/D converter.
- Page 19 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual mono volume control amplifier device Volume control amplifier device features the following “intelligent” functions; - Input gain control (+/- 18dB, 0.5dB steps) - L/R channel balance ( +/- 3dB) - RCA 3 / Signal through selection 1 device per channel does it all! Very...
- Page 20 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Dual mono volume control amplifier device Carefully designed operational feeling achieves a very user friendly, low noise and fully functional volume control. Additional benefits include: - No “wheel”...
- Page 21 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Ground current isolation Esoteric’s Linestage Pre-amplifier is a line signal terminal center for all source devices. …..“Isn’t it better to un-plug any unused devices for better sound and reduced noise?”...
- Page 22 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Linestage Preamplifier Noise-free control operation Control microprocessors can be a potential source of system noise. The C-03 microprocessor is usually in “sleep mode,” except during operational mode to avoid potential digital noise.
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Page 23: Other Features
M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s C-03 Stereo Preamplifier Audiophile grade component parts evaluation and selection WIMA capacitor (Germany) 6N / 8N Copper internal wiring Rhodium plated AC inlet Other features Source name preset XLR input phase invert Dual RCA output (for bi-amp config). - Page 24 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Stereo Linestage Preamplifier C-03...
- Page 25 2008 Finally you can hear the true sound of the original master tapes!
- Page 26 M a s t e r S o u n d W o r k s Amplifier Series...
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