Ares II

An ultra-high performance low noise tube phono preamplifier for low, medium, and high output mc and mm cartridges. Truly fantastic sounding!

*Ares II @ 3,195.00, Ares II Magnum @ 4,195.00*

Magnum version now available - Vinyl lovers are passionate and driven to get the absolute best sound from their system. As good as the Ares is, we regularly received requests for modifications to make it even better. We listened and packaged these modifications together to make the Ares Magnum. The Magnum version adds additional gain for very low output cartridges, improves inner detail , and improves accuracy. The upgrade includes:

- Cinemag "blue label" step up transformers
- PRP resistors in critical spots of the signal path
- Mundorf Supreme inter-stage coupling caps
- Cardas internal wiring
- Upgraded Cardas RCA jacks

General Features:

• Compatible with almost all low,medium and high output moving coil (mc) and Moving magnet (mm) cartridges.
• Pure tube circuit topology
• Precise RIAA equalizationCustom Cinemag step-up transformers
  Massive fully regulated outboard power supply
• Mono switch
  Toroidal transformer
  Internal settings with most popular loading options
  Internal setting for 150 Picofared or 0 capacitance loading
  Three gain settings: 40dB, 55dB, 64dB
• Timer delayed start for minimum turn-on noise
• Subsonic filtering
  Ultra heavy-duty gold RCA inputs
  Precision components throughout
  Machined aluminum faceplate
  Heavy (2 ounce) copper circuit boards
  Teflon/silver plated hook-up wire
  Detachable IEC power cord
• 17" W x 9" D x 5.5" H
• Shipping weight 22lb
  Entirely designed and built in the USA
• 3 year limited warranty (six months on tubes)