Primare PRE35 Prisma Preamplifier
Best modular preamplifier for audiophiles seeking seamless high-resolution streaming integration.
This modular powerhouse brings high-end, balanced audio into the streaming age without the clutter of a sprawling rack. You sacrifice the tactile joy of a dedicated analog-only chain, but you gain a seamless, future-proof command center that handles everything from high-res files to wireless multi-room audio with effortless Scandinavian precision.
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Who it's for
- Music lovers wanting seamless high-resolution streaming integration
- Long-term owners prioritizing future-proof and adaptable hardware
- Audiophiles seeking transparent and dynamic sonic performance
Who should skip it
- Listeners who prefer tactile physical controls over app-based interfaces
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking entry-level high-end audio components
- Shoppers wary of additional costs for essential digital modules
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Fully balanced circuitry ensures near-perfect isolation and minimal noise floor.
Streaming Versatility
Comprehensive platform support makes high-resolution network playback effortless and intuitive.
Conversion Precision
High-bitrate DAC handles complex DSD and PCM files with exceptional clarity.
System Connectivity
Extensive analog and digital inputs accommodate even the most complex setups.
Build Philosophy
Scandinavian design language balances minimalist aesthetics with robust, functional engineering.
Future Readiness
Modular architecture allows for meaningful hardware and software upgrades over time.
Key Specs
Analog Inputs
2 x XLR (30kΩ impedance), 3 x RCA (15kΩ impedance)
Analog Outputs
1 x RCA (100Ω impedance), 2 x XLR (30kΩ impedance)
Line Output
1 x RCA (100Ω impedance)
Digital Inputs
4 x Optical/TOSLINK (192kHz/24bit), 2 x RCA (192kHz/24bit), 1 x USB-A (up to 192kHz/24bit; up to DSD128), 1 x USB-B (up to 768kHz/32bit; up to DSD256)
Digital Output
1 x RCA
Wireless Output
1x Wireless stereo output using WiSA® technology
Network Connectivity
2 x Ethernet LAN ports, 2 x Antennas for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant; 2.4/5GHz)
Audio Formats Supported
WAV, LPCM, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, WMA, OGG (up to 192kHz/24bit); MP3, MP4 (AAC) (up to 48kHz/16bits); DSD (up to DSD128)
Streaming Services
Airplay, Bluetooth, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, DLNA/UPnP
Control
C25 system remote control, RS232, IR in/out, Trigger out
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