Not long ago, the Signature Mk IIa was the finest preamplifier you could buy. In production since 2000, this enduring classic marked the introduction of the basic, fully balanced, zero-feedback, transformer-coupled Class A1 triode topology found in all contemporary VAC preamplifiers. Even from this early form, it preserves and reproduces the emotion and vitality of music and maximizes the performances of the associated source components and power amplifiers.
- Gain: 12 dB
- Inputs: 3 sets RCA line input, 2 sets balanced/RCA selectable inputs, set RCA cinema bypass input, Optional 1 MM and 1 MC (or additional line input if phono is not fitted)
- Outputs: 2 sets RCA, 2 sets balanced XLR (EIA “pin 2 hot” studio standard)
- Tubes: 2x 8416, 7308, 6922, E88CC, ECC88, 6DJ8, (or 12DJ8 twin triodes)
- Absolute Phase: correct from all inputs to all outputs
- Frequency Response: Flat over audio band, –3 dB bandwidth 5 Hz – 210 kHz
- THD: <0.009% @ 1 kHz, 1 V RMS
- Maximum Output: > 8 V RMS
- Output Impedance: < 150 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, static (i.e., not dependent upon feedback)
- Maximum Input: Infinite signal (attenuation precedes the gain circuitry)
- Recommended Output Load: > 300 ohms
- Power: External power supply, detachable umbilical cable, detachable IEC power cord
- Cinema Bypass: Yes
- Voltage: May be ordered for 100v, 120v, 220v, or 230/240v operation
- Remote Control: included
- Illumination: Illuminated logo may be switched off
- Finish: Hand-rubbed gold-flake gloss black lacquer with chrome knobs standard. Hand-rubbed metallic gloss silver lacquer with chrome knobs special order with additional cost.
- Warranty: Two years parts and labor, excluding tubes (USA, see manual for full details)
- Dimensions (H x W x D): Audio chassis (not including knobs and connectors): 5.5" x 18" x 14.5" (14 cm x 45.7 cm x 36.8 cm) Power supply (not including connectors): 4.3" x 18" x 14.5" (10.9 cm x 45.7 cm x 36.8 cm)
- Shipping Weight: With phono: 61 lbs. (27.7 kg.)
The Valve Amplification Company's Signature SE preamplifier is the most significant audio product I've ever hooked up to my reference system. It was flawless. Overall, based on my aural memory, it exceeded the performance of every other preamp I've heard in my house.
