This is a 6K4 tube preamplifier board sold as a DIY kit. It takes a low-level signal from a source such as a phone, CD player, computer, TV or MP3 player. It gives 5 times voltage amplification. A toggle switch has three adjustable levels for tuning the sound.
The preamp must be connected to a power amplifier or powered speakers. It cannot connect directly to passive speakers, headphones, gramophones or cars. It runs on 12V to 16V DC and needs at least 1A. The power supply is not included, and a DC12V 1.5A supply is recommended. The housing is made of ABS, PC and metal.
- Model
- 6K4 Tube Preamplifier
- Power supply
- DC12-16V, 1A or above (DC12V 1.5A recommended); power supply not included
- Power connector
- DC3.5/5.5x2.1
- Amplification
- 5 times voltage amplification
- Frequency response
- 5Hz-500kHz
- Sensitivity
- 3V pre-level sensitivity
- Adjustment
- Toggle switch with 3 levels
- Input
- Low-level signal, such as phone, CD, computer, TV or MP3 player
- Output
- To a power amplifier or powered speakers
- Material
- ABS + PC + Metal
- Dimensions
- About 110 x 75 x 35 mm (4.33 x 2.95 x 1.38 in)
- Weight
- 180 g