Sound Performance Lab 2383 manual Main technical features of the GainStation, Introduction

Introduction

Main technical features of the GainStation 8

•Custom-designed and built, fully discrete, class A op-amps (no off-the-shelf stuff here). The GainStation‘s op-amps feature 60-Volt operating voltage—twice as high as most common op-amps—for an incredible dynamic range.

•An extremely high amplifier slew rate of 200 V/microsecond, ensuring clean transmission of high-frequency signal portions and rapid transients with virtually no cut-off.

•An almost entirely DC-coupled signal path, making signal- degenerating condensers unnecessary.

•An optimized layout guarantees the shortest possible signal paths, while generously proportioned grounding surfaces ensure low impedance and maximum shielding.

•All switching functions are handled by encapsulated relays with gold-plated contacts.

•All resistors are within 0.1% tolerance and were selected after extensive listening tests.

•A no-compromise power supply with extensive additional shielding and seven separately wound and regulated volt- ages. The power supply is of primary importance to audio quality; its importance should not be underestimated.

•A tube stage utilizing premium MKP foil condensers and a select 12 AX7 LPS tube for clear, dynamic audio.

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