Swiss audio legend Nagra has officially announced the PREAMP II-S, a new tube preamplifier in its Series II line. Priced at £21,998 including the Compact PSU, shipping has begun.
Product Overview
The PREAMP II-S occupies a position between Nagra’s Classic and HD lines, packing the company’s expertise into a compact chassis. Its most distinctive feature is the analog level meter called the “modulometer,” evoking the legendary Nagra IV-S portable recorder.
Main Specifications
- Dynamic Range: 125dB
- Output Impedance: 9Ω (at 0dB gain)
- Gain Settings: 0dB (default) or +6dB (front panel toggle)
- Power: Nagra Compact PSU (12V/2A), external chassis design
Key Features
Modulometer
The “S” in the product name stands for “S-meter” (modulometer). This analog level meter inherits the iconic design of the Nagra IV-S, which made its name in the professional recording world.
Vibration Countermeasures
A phenolic resin damping layer is positioned beneath the aluminum top cover to suppress the effects of external vibration.
New Generation Tubes
New generation vacuum tubes are employed, claimed to deliver “improved transparency” and “excellent micro-detail.”
OLED Display
Features a high-contrast OLED display inherited from the HD PHONO and Reference DAC. Input selection uses a precision rotary encoder and fluted machined aluminum knob.
Power Options
The Compact PSU is included as standard, but orders without a power supply are also available for users who already own a Nagra MPS or Classic PSU.
Pricing & Availability
- Price: £21,998 (with Compact PSU included), pricing in other currencies TBA
- Availability: Shipping now
Reference Links / Sources
- StereoNET: https://stereonet.com/news/nagra-preamp-ii-s-goes-official
- Nagra Official: https://www.nagraaudio.com/