FIDELITY

The Delta PRE is the foundation of your perfect system. Designed to connect to a range of sources, the Delta PRE will extract the maximum performance from every recording, whether analog or digital.

• Network, USB, AES/EBU, coaxial, and optical inputs with optional HDMI
• XLR and RCA inputs
• Short signal paths to minimize signal interference
• Custom Navcom® feet for vibration absorption and reduction
• High-performance MC/MM Phono stage supporting up to two phono inputs
• Rhodium-plated interfaces for exceptional and secure contacts

CONTROL

Audiophiles, recording professionals, and equipment reviewers trust Classé amplifiers as a source of sonic truth. The Delta series allows listeners to experience this truth in their homes.

• Precise 0.25dB volume steps for finding the perfect sound level
• Digital tone control with Delta PRE's Tilt control
• Support for mono or stereo subwoofer for better bass control
• Selectable frequency and slope control
• Advanced five-band digital parametric equalization
• Digital bypass mode available on all analog sources
• Pass thru mode

DESIGN

As the component most likely to be touched, the design of the Delta PRE matches its outstanding sonic performance. Everything that interacts with the Delta PRE is pure pleasure, from the wonderful materials that are cool to the touch, to the precise tactile feedback of the volume control.

• Harmony between minimalist design and unmatched performance
• Richly crafted anodized aluminum
• Adjustable brightness, responsive touch screen
• Perfectly complements other components of the Delta family

Overall Dimensions

• Width: 444 mm
• Depth: 449 mm
• Height: 121 mm

Weight

• Gross Weight: 18.7kg
• Net Weight: 13.5kg

General

• Gain Range: -93dB to +14dB
• Channel Agreement: 0.05dB
• Input Resistance (1kHz, BAL / SE): 50kΩ
• Output Resistance BAL / SE: 200Ω / 50Ω
• Maximum Output Level BAL / SE: 18Vrms / 9Vrms

Bypass Mode

• Frequency Response (-3dB, 50Ω source resistance): 1Hz – 2MHz
• Sound Distortion: 130dB (133dBA)
• Signal Attenuation: -143dB (100Hz), -140dB (1kHz), -124dB (10kHz)

Phono Section

• Load Selection for MM types: 50pF to 450pF
• Load for MC types – Low Output: 7.5Ω to 1kΩ
• Load for MC types – High Output: 47kΩ

Headphone Output

• Power: 540mW
• Output Resistance: 6.8Ω