For sale is a Classe Audio DR-5 stereo preamplifier with MC & MM phono preamp in very good condition. We have tested and confirmed that this preamp is excellent working order and sounding fantastic. Cosmetically, it does show signs of use such as some scratches around the corners of the face plate and a few minor blemishes over all. (These blemishes can been in the pictures). The soundstaging and imaging on this preamp is incredible. It has a huge sound that is smooth on the high-end with tight punchy bass response that is an absolute joy to listen to. Overall, this makes a wonderful addition to any audiophiles system and will certainly keep you satisfied for years to come. The four toggles select tape/source, phono/bypass (for direct feed of the phono signal past the input selector, tape and mode switches), polarity inversion and mute. Polarity inversion issomething Ive been championing for years, so the DR-5 immediately gained a spot in my heart, while the mute is an absolute necessity with this pre-amp as their is no mains on/off. Classé argues that the DR-5 sounds best only after its been powered on for a while, and theyre right. It took over four days to burn this in from cold and then it took a good couple of hours after switch-on for the 5 to sound its best. The DR-5 is unlikely to make your electricity meter go into a spin, so leaving it on at all times is advisable.At the back is a row of gold-plated sockets and a switch to select between m-m and m-c operation. Loading is accomplished automatically through the use of self-adjusting impedance circuits, but m-c gain is user selectable. Classé supplies a kit of resistors to allow the user to vary the factory setting of 24dB gain (in addition to the m-m gain of 35dB) in 2dB steps; the range is 20dB-40dB, so youd be hard-pressed to find an m-c cartridge which cant be accommodated. The resistors are fitted internally into gold-plated press-fit sockets, and silver solder is supplied for users who wish to make the change a permanent one. This technique, while less convenient than a rotary selector on the front panel, is about as practical and thorough a method as you could hope to find. - hometheaterreview.com SPECIFICATIONS:Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHzGain: 24dB (MC), 35dB (MM), 25dB (line)Input sensitivity: 0.3mV (MC), 3mV (MM), 120mV (line)Signal to noise ratio: 80dB (MC), 80dB (MM), 90dB (line)Dimensions: 483 x 152 x 375mmWeight: 13.2kgYear: 1990 Decibel Audio is a retail store and custom installation business in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago. We have serviced the Chicagoland area with new, used and vintage home and commercial audio and video equipment for nearly 30 years. Visit our brick and mortar store at 1429 N Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622. We are authorized dealers for AKG, Audioengine, Audioquest, Bluesound, B&W, Cambridge Audio, Cary Audio, Clearaudio, Dali, Denon, Draper, Dynaudio, Grado, Harbeth, Hegel, Iso Acoustics, Jolida, JBL Pro, KEF, KLH, Lehmann Audio, Marantz, Music Hall, MoFi, NAD, Ortofon, Pioneer DJ, Pro-Ject, PSB Speakers, Rega, Rogue Audio, Russound, SONOS, Samsung, Skylan, Teac, Vicoustic Room Treatments, Yamaha, and more. All shipping is via UPS or USPS as noted in each listing, unless other arrangements are made. Buyer is responsible for reviewing the item description and cosmetic condition detailed in photos before bidding. We prefer Paypal or for international bidders. Local customers are welcome to view and pick up auction items during store hours. All purchasers must pay IllinoisSales Tax if picking up in store.

Classe DR-5L Audiophile Balanced Stereo Preamplifier + Original box & Manual Unit works great. Ships FEDEX, CONUS only. Worldwide shipping via ebay international shipping program.

Purchased from original owner in 2006 and enjoyed for many years but have retired and moved so, need to part ways- This preamp has a low noise floor and excellent MC stage. The complete resistor kit, along with silver solder is in the plastic package taped to the rear of unit. I never had to change the cartridge loading so the amplifier has never been modified. This is a wonderful sounding and versatile preamp in nice condition. The shipping cost includes a new double-box to replace the original packaging. It will be very well packed. Thanks for looking.