Overview
As the ultimate analog preamplifier, the C-3850 has been honed to perfection, bringing together sophisticated technology and carefully selected materials in a package of refined visual appeal. The gold-hue front panel and the exquisite wood cabinet reflect true craftsmanship, as the natural wood grain of each individual unit has been mirror-finished by expert hands. The result is a product that exudes a graceful and dignified atmosphere.
Specs
Frequency Response:
BALANCED/LINE INPUT:
3 - 200,000 Hz +0 -3.0 dB
20 - 20,000 Hz +0 -0.2 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (for all inputs): 0.005%
Rated Output Voltage, Output Impedance:
BALANCED/LINE OUTPUT 2 V 50 ohms
Maximum Output Level: (0.005% THD, 20 - 20,000 Hz)
BALANCED/LINE OUTPUT: 7.0 V
RECORDER REC (with AD input): 6.0 V
Maximum Input Level:
BALANCED INPUT: 6.0 V
LINE INPUT: 6.0 V
Minimum Load Impedance:
BALANCED/LINE OUTPUT: 600 ohms
RECORDER REC: 10 kilohms
Crosstalk: -90 dB or better at 10 kHz (EIA)
Gain (Gain selector: 18 dB):
Gain selector allows increase or decrease by 6 dB, except for REC output.
BALANCED INPUT → BALANCED OUTPUT: 18 dB
BALANCED INPUT → LINE OUTPUT: 18 dB
LINE INPUT → BALANCED OUTPUT: 18 dB
LINE INPUT → LINE OUTPUT: 18 dB
BALANCED/LINE INPUT → RECORDER REC: 0 dB
Loudness Compensation:
1: +2 dB (100 Hz),
2: +4 dB (100 Hz),
3: +6.5 dB (100 Hz)
Headphone Jack:
Suitable impedance: 8 ohms or above
Output Level: 2 V (40 ohms)
Gain (LOW, MID, HIGH): ±10 dB from standard MID level
Attenuator: -20 dB
Power Requirements:
AC120 V/220 V/230 V, 50/60 Hz (Voltage as indicated on rear panel)
Power Consumption: 55 watts