The RP-5 is our first preamplifier based on the groundbreaking new RP-X platform. Silky smooth yet exraordinarily high tech, the RP-5 sets a new benchmark in performance and functionality. Utilizing four 12AU7 tubes in a mu-follower configuration, the computer optimized circuitry boasts outstanding sonics as well as industry leading specs.

The RP-5 offers much more than just sonic excellence with numerous features to further enhance your listening experience. The onboard MM/MC phono has user adjustable gain settings ranging from 40 to 60 dB. And with a wide variety of loading options, your favorite cartridge can be configured to sound its very best. A tube based headphone circuit offers smooth and detailed sound for your late night personal audio sessions. Other features include home theater inputs, a processor loop and mono button. The ten button remote allows you to conveniently acces volume, balance, selector, mute mono and on/off from your listening position.
The elegant appearance of the RP-5 is enhanced by an easy to read VFD display that provides volume, balance and source information in large easy to read characters.

General Features:
- Four tube mu-follower design
- Ten function remote control
- VFD display
- Home Theater bypass/Unity gain inputs
- Five pairs of inputs (Line1-4, Phono, or Line 1-5)
- Two pairs of variable outputs
- One pair of fixed outputs
- Processor loop
- Heavy duty gold plated RCA inputs
- Machined aluminum faceplate and knobs
- Tube based headphone amp
- Home Theater bypass input
- 40 - 60 dB gain phono stage
- RIAA equalization within 0.1 DB
- User adjustable cartridge loading
- Massive power supply
- Heavy duty gold plated RCA inputs
- Machined aluminum faceplate and knobs
- Slow start turn on sequencing
- Auto mute at turn on/turn off
- Detachable IEC power cord
- Fully tested, burned in and auditioned
- 3 year limited warranty (6 months on tubes)
- Proudly hand crafted in the USA!