Emotiva USP-1 Stereo Preamplifier

Analog Bliss.

That's the thinking behind the USP-1, the first of a new generation of Emotiva stereo preamplifiers. Drawing from key design elements of the now legendary RSP series, the USP-1 has pushed the envelope, emerging as a new standard for pure analog preamplification. Dynamic. Articulate, Quiet. Flexible. Correct.

You've got a multi-channel AVR or processor...why would you need a stereo preamp? Simple. It just sounds that much better. For music, there is no substitute for the richness of pure analog sound.

Ready to rediscover your vinyl? The USP-1 has high-performance moving coil/moving magnet phono preamp circuitry.

Wondering how much more detailed those CD's can sound? Try pairing the USP-1 and the ERC-1 Reference CD Player. You'll be amazed. (We were!)

We've taken the best features of a classic preamplifier and updated them to allow easy integration with your high performance multichannel home theater system.

• AVR/PROCESSOR INTEGRATON

The USP-1 easily integrates with a multi-channel or AV processor using Home Theater bypass switching. Use the preamp outputs on your processor to connect to the HT inputs on the back of the USP-1.

During normal stereo use, the USP-1 operates as a normal preamplifier. In HT BYPASS mode, the USP-1 simply becomes a passive pass-through connection for the signals from your processor, allowing it to control the left, right, and subwoofer channels.





• 2.1 BASS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The USP-1 features a flexible 2.1 variable bass management system.

The High Pass and Low Pass inputs have variable frequency controls that allow you to select a cut-off frequency from 50Hz to 250Hz.

A subwoofer can be used with either full range or high pass settings. All Bass Management outputs remain active, in conjunction with the full range outputs.

Outstanding specs, an elegant yet practical feature set, and an unrivaled price make the USP-1 an easy choice.

Features:

• Precision low noise phono input with moving magnet or moving coil capability

• Seven stereo inputs with precision instrumentation grade relay switching

• Microprocessor controlled pure analog signal path

• Full remote control operation


• Gold plated discrete RCA connectors for all inputs and outputs

• • Variable Low Pass / High Pass filters - 12dB /Octave slope

• Tape monitor loop

• 2.1 Channel Home Theater Bypass

• Stereo / Mono switching

• Large format precision film volume potentiometer with motorized control

• Headphone output

• Illuminated input indicators (Halo Backlit)

• 12V trigger output

• IEC power inlet, 120/230 VAC user configurable


Phono Input:
Moving Coil - 240 Ohm
Moving Magnet - 47kOhm

Input Impedance Line In: 47K Ohm +/-5%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (rel 2V out): >116dB (ref 2V)
Distortion: < 0.005% 20Hz - 20kHz with 80kHz measurement bandwidth
Frequency Response: 5Hz - 80kHz, with less than 0.05dB of deviation
Line Out Freq. Response: 5Hz - 80kHz, with less than 0.05dB of deviation
Maximum Line Out Level: 9V RMS
Ground Floor Noise Level: > 20uV
Channel Separation @ 1kHz: > 80dB (same as line)

Built In Filters:
High Pass = Variable 50Hz - 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave
Low Pass = Variable 50Hz o- 250 Hz @ 12dB/Octave, Summed L+R Mono

Other Details:
Trigger Output: 12 VDC, 3.5mm jack, Center Pin is Positive / Current Load <120mA
Electrical Power Requirement: 115VAC, 60Hz or 230VAC, 50-60Hz User Selectable

Raw Weight: 14 lbs

Dimensions:
• Width: 17 inches
• Depth: 14 inches (including RCA jack extension)
• Height: 3.75 inches (faceplate only) – 4.25 inches including feet

USP-1. Analog Bliss. $399

USP-1 MANUAL