Plinius Kaitaki Preamp

While the Kaitaki preamplifier mates aesthetically and musically with the Plinius P10 power amplifier this exciting preamplifier is the perfect partner for the Plinius SA103 power amplifier used either as a stereo amplifier or in a monoblock configuration.

Visible controls on the Kaitaki are the rotary volume knob and source selection buttons with all other functions driven from the distinctive Plinius remote control. LED indicators on the front panel display demonstrate the source selected and status of the mute, phase and HT bypass functions.

Optional Phono Stage

The preamplifier can be fitted with an optional phono stage based on the Hautonga design. The Phono has two gain settings and five loading settings to allow for suitable cartridge matching.

Ground Lift Switch

This allows for the signal ground to be isolated from the main chassis earth. This can assist in resolving unwanted ground loops or hum due to duplicate ground paths in some systems.

Auric Wiring

Audience AV supply the Auric OFC wire used in the input stage of the amplifier. The Auric was chosen for its high workability and natural sound.

RC5 INPUT

The RC5 input allows for connection to wired remote interfaces so it can be used as part of an automated system.

AURICAP CAPACITORS

Audience AV supply the Auricap XO capacitors used in key areas of the circuit. The Auricap was chosen for its superior clarity and dynamic ability.

ALUMINIUM CONSTRUCTION

The aluminium lid and panels provide a non-magnetic cover to reduce unwanted magnetic fields that can interfere with the sensitive audio signals.

  • Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 0.2dB
  • SIGNAL to Noise Ratio -80dB at rated input level, A weighted
  • DISTORTION <0.05% THD at rated input level
  • INPUT SENSITIVITY FOR RATED OUTPUT 125mV RMS Unbalanced Inputs, 62mV RMS Balanced Inputs
  • INPUT IMPEDENCE 50k ohms
  • RATED PRE OUT LEVEL 500mV RMS into 10k ohms or higher
  • PRE OUT MINIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD 47k ohms
  • LINE OUT LEVEL 190mV at 200 ohms
  • OUTPUT SOURCE IMPEDENCE Typically 100 ohms
  • GAIN Line Ampilfier 12dB
  • POWER/CURRENT CONSUMPTION 40W, 0.10A (23W) idle/standby
  • INPUT CAPACITANCE 100pF
  • ADJUSTABLE GAIN 60dB, 66dB
  • ADJUSTABLE LOAD 47k ohms, 470 ohms, 100 ohms, 47 ohms, 22 ohms
  • Height 105mm (4″),Width 450mm (17.5″)
  • Depth 400mm (15.75″),Weight 9kg (20lbs)