Primare

OVERVIEW

PRE32/A34.2: “Different Class”

Reviewer Andrew Simpson has awarded a galaxy of stars and a coveted ‘Editor’s Choice badge to our 30 series amp flagship in the January 15 issue of UK hi-fi mag ‘Hi-Fi-Choice’. Scoring a maximum five-star result in three of the four categories the PRE32/A34.2 “could be all the amp you’ll ever need”. He says “Despite covering all bases from amp to DAC and network streamer, you’ll never be found lost in a muddle of menus and button pressing, as the Primares come top of the class for an enjoyable, accessible and rewarding user experience. And it’s not just the interface that scores highly, as they’re also blessed with a sonic finesse that opens up the music to show it at its best, while being equally forgiving of poorer sources. Treat them to some hi-res material and they’ll really show just what they’re capable of.”

“Top class in every respect”

Another brilliant review of the PRE32/A34.2 has come our way, the second in as many months! This time the unqualified applause comes from South Africa’s AV magazine. In its April 15 issue reviewer Deon Schoeman scores our 30 series duo an amazing 93/100 and says “The magic of the PRE32/A34.2 combination is that ability to reflect the soul and the intent of the music while also doing full justice to scale, scope and pace…It’s the kind of sound that is utterly, compellingly convincing in a way that is unmistakably high end, but with real musicality at the core. And that’s perhaps this pre/power combo’s most outstanding, and most endearing achievement…Add their heirloom-standard build quality, aesthetic appeal, ease of use and outstanding value, and the Primare PRE32 and A34.2 are top class in every respect”.

A34.2

SPECIFICATIONS

 A34.2 stereo mode

Output power 2 x 150W / 8 ohm THD+N <0.1%

Product specification A34.2 bridged mode

Output power 1 x 550W / 8 ohm THD+N <0.1%
Inputs 1x RCA / 1x XLR switchable, RS232, trigger (12V)
Input impedance 15kohm RCA/XLR
Output Impedance 0.06ohm at 1kHz
Gain 30dB unbalanced, 26dB balanced
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20kHz, -0.4dB
Signal to Noise 20-20kHz unweighted 105dBV
THD + N < 0,004% (1kHz, 100W, 8 ohm)
THD + N < 0.015% 20Hz-20Khz (10W 8 ohm)

Common

Power consumption Standby: 0.3W, Idle: 24W
Dimensions (wxdxh) 430 x 385 x 105 mm
Weight 10.5 kg
Colour options Black or titanium
Inputs 2x RCA / 2x XLR switchable, RS232, trigger (12V)
Input impedance 15kohm RCA/XLR
Output Impedance 0.03ohm at 1kHz
Gain 30dB unbalanced, 26dB balanced
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20kHz, -0.5dB
Signal to Noise 20-20kHz unweighted 105dBV
THD + N < 0,005% (1kHz, 100W, 8 ohm)
THD + N <0.02% 20Hz-20Khz (10W 8 ohm)

Additional Information

Weight 12 κιλά
Dimensions 430 × 385 × 105 cm