A performance focused volume control
At the time when an audio signal is passing through the volume control, it is still at its weakest. At this stage, the audio signal is very vulnerable to noise pollution and interference. A major source of such distortion is the commonly used remote volume control adopted by most manufactures.
Burson Audio recognized the drawbacks associated with remote volume controls and deemed them unacceptable. Instead, we developed a 24 stepped attenuator, constructed with the best quality components available. Our Burson stepped attenuator ensures preservation of even the weakest audio signal; The air between instruments, the decay after an attack and all micro details that makes music enjoyable.
Resonance Free Aluminium (RFA) Enclosure
The PRE-160is housed in a 6mm case, constructed from high precision machined aluminium. This enclosure allows the PRE-160, to achieve a very high mechanical damping factor, which reduces any microphonic effects, that may degrade the clarity of sonic performance.
The enclosure was also constructed to act as a giant heat-sink, which allows the Class-A output stage to run cooler, and remain optimised at all times.
High Sensitivity Input Buffer (HSIB)
Fearing for a loss of transparency, most audiophiles are reluctant to add another component to their audio chain. But those who have tried the PRE-160 know that the buffer in fact enhances sonic transparency by synergising the entire audio system.
The PRE-160 has achieved absolute transparency through our patented Burson HSIB stage. The HSIB is an FET input stage that has very high input impedance (hence very sensitive to even low level input). This effectively allows our buffer stage to match up to any input or output signal drains, and realise the full potential of the audio system without adding any colouration of its own.
Low Noise Power Supply (LNPS)
Based on our low noise regulator technology our power supply design uses multi stage noise filtering. It allows music to be reproduced from a darker, wider and deeper soundstage.
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Output: Voltage, RMS 25 Volts 20Hz to 20 kHz Voltage, peak-to-peak 80 Volts Output Impedance 20 Ohms Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0dB
Outputs Total harmonic distortion + noise, 20Hz to 20kHz < 0.002% Signal / noise ratio reference 1 Volt RMS output > 100dB 'A'-weighted Input sensitivity for 1 Volt output 285mV Input impedance 250k Ohms Gain at maximum volume 15dB (5 times) |
Inputs / Outputs 3 pairs line level RCA connectors Outputs 1 pairs RCA Power requirement 240 V / 120V AC
General: Weight Net Weighted 12Kg
Dimensions W x H x D (mm) 430 X 100 X 360 |
In an industry full of products driven by commercialism, our PRE-160 will stand the test of time. Because the creation of PRE-160 was driven by our passion and our love for music.
Pre & Power Amp 160 Reviewed by Tom Lyle (Enjoy The Music Magazine)
"Kudos to Burson Audio for manufacturing and marketing the PRE-160 preamplifier and PP-160 power amplifier, two components that should be considered by all that are searching for outstanding yet affordable pieces of high-end equipment."...
| Burson Audio Preamp 160 Review by customer Review - David S. The UK "This is one of the first items of audio equipment that I have no desire to replace or upgrade."Full Review:Current System:CD Player: Musical Fidelity A1008 CD PRO,Pre-amp: Burson Pre-160 with stepper volume controlPower Amp: Ampslab Bi240 (240watts rms per channel class AB, DIY built)Speakers: Ampslab Vifa Premium line based 2 way monitors (DIY built)Interconnects: Ixos 104, 63 conductor OFCSpeaker cable: Audioquest Bi wire OFCSorry for ... Burson Audio PRE-160 Preamplifier And PP-160 Power Amplifier - Reviewed by Tom Lyle, EnjoyTheMusic Magazine  Please read the full review from the link below http://www.enjoythemusic.com/Magazine/equipment/1209/burson_pre_160_pp_160.htm  Pre Amplifier 160 & HD Audio Opamp (Analogue Paganini 192/24) Review by John Ofsoski Hello Team and Burson AudioI recently said my CDP was operational again after I replaced the Transformer in the CDP which failed.I did not get to enjoy the Opamp replacement and the arrival of my new PRE 160 until recently. Some Pics of my system attached.SystemThe CDP is a Audio Analogue Paganini 192/24 modified with Discrete OpampsBurson Audio Pre AmplifierTwo Quad 909?s Amplifiers, only one amp board in each 909 is working, effectively mono bl... Impressions with Burson Pre Amp 160 & Power Amp 160 by Mirza Prior to purchasing Burson pre/pp160 I was using NAD 162/272 to drive Tony?s Andromeda modified speakers called Zarathustra. Modified NAD 542 cd player -burson discrete opamps and clock. Burson buffer with Burson interconnect cables and Project 6.2 turntable in addition. As you can see I am in touch with Burson's products for some time. I believe I was unbiased with my impressions.For many months I was looking for a new pre/power combo or integra... Pre Amplifier 160 & Power Amp 160 Review by Abraham Hi guys,Here is my setup the P160 Combo package coupled with a Sony CDP-XA50ES and Interdyn enclosuresusing Seas drivers.The speaker interconnect are custom made Zero gauge virgin copper 35 strands per mm2 with gold plated ring terminations.After the burn in period, the sound I am getting is a full warm and transparent one.I am no audiophile connoisseur but the best way I could describe the music we were hearing from the P160 Combo is, very easy,... Pre Amplifier 160 & Power amp 160 review by Colin Farnham Hi,guys.Sorry for my tardiness in getting back to you with photos.As you will see from the attachments, I have replaced my NAD 541cd player with a Quad CDp 99.I chose this cd player for it's combination of great sound and 6 digital inputs.This enables me to run my DVD player and set top box through a top notch digital to analogue converter; future options include digital radio and streaming from my computer.So now my system comprises Quad cd,Xms ... |
Burson Preamp & Power amp 160 customer feedback - Armand  Armand Dubai - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES  Impressions with Burson Pre Amp 160 & Power Amp 160 by Mirza Prior to purchasing Burson pre/pp160 I was using NAD 162/272 to drive Tony?s Andromeda modified speakers called Zarathustra. Modified NAD 542 cd player -burson discrete opamps and clock. Burson buffer with Burson interconnect cables and Project 6.2 turntable in addition. As you can see I am in touch with Burson's products for some time. I believe I was unbiased with my impressions.For many months I was looking for a new pre/power combo or integra... Burson Audio Pre-160 customer feedbacks The Burson Pre-160 has lifted the veil and brought out the fine details in my music.Highly recommended.Make GielenI enjoy the Burson design of using discrete components to provide more dynamics, details and sound stage the whole musical experience for me now is more life like a real sense of presence is felt.John O WellingtonNew ZealandI gave the Pre a good 100 hours burn in time before installing it in my main hi-fi system which is a valve ... Pre Amplifier 160 & Power amp 160 review by Colin Farnham Hi,guys.Sorry for my tardiness in getting back to you with photos.As you will see from the attachments, I have replaced my NAD 541cd player with a Quad CDp 99.I chose this cd player for it's combination of great sound and 6 digital inputs.This enables me to run my DVD player and set top box through a top notch digital to analogue converter; future options include digital radio and streaming from my computer.So now my system comprises Quad cd,Xms ... Pre Amplifier 160 & Power Amp 160 Review by Abraham Hi guys,Here is my setup the P160 Combo package coupled with a Sony CDP-XA50ES and Interdyn enclosuresusing Seas drivers.The speaker interconnect are custom made Zero gauge virgin copper 35 strands per mm2 with gold plated ring terminations.After the burn in period, the sound I am getting is a full warm and transparent one.I am no audiophile connoisseur but the best way I could describe the music we were hearing from the P160 Combo is, very easy,... Burson Pre-160 & PP-160 Combo Feedback The Burson pre-160 works perfectly with my Backes Müller 12 activespeakers, my Backes Müller Sub Zwei Subwoofer, my Horch Line Silencer and my audiolab 8000CD. The Burson pre-160 has a fantastic powerful, clear sound with an unbelievable big soundstage. For this price there exists no better preamp! Thank you very much Michael B. for all of your great informations:).Thomas from Germany Burson PP-100 and Pre-160 upgrade next to a f... |
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