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Aavik Introduces the R-X88 Series of Phono Preamps for MC and Optical Cartridges
The Aavik R-X88 phono preamps series includes three models: R-188, R-288, and R-588, designed for MC and DS Audio optical cartridges.
Noise reduction is achieved using Tesla coils and dither circuitry, with the R-588 utilizing up to 108 active Tesla coils and 9 dither circuits.
All models feature a floating RCA input with gain options of 58dB-64dB, and a dedicated optical cartridge input with 26dB of gain.
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Aavik R-188, R-288, R-588: New Phono Preamplifier Lineup from Audio Group Denmark
The Aavik R-x88 series includes the R-188 (€15,000), R-288 (€20,000), and R-588 (€25,000) preamplifiers, offering high-end analog sound.
Designed for both Moving Coil (MC) and optical cartridges, these preamplifiers feature a hybrid enclosure of wood, copper, and steel for resonance control.
The MC input stage utilizes ultra-low noise BISS transistors and a passive RIAA correction for precise, natural sound reproduction.