Product Overview & Specifications
The Aavik R-288 is a high-performance reference phono preamplifier engineered by Audio Group Denmark to deliver exceptional analog clarity, wide dynamic range, and an ultra-quiet background. Housed in a non-magnetic, resonance-damped enclosure designed to minimize micro-vibrations and electromagnetic interference, the R-288 provides specialized input stages for both Moving Coil (MC) and optical phono cartridges, allowing audiophiles to extract maximum detail and emotional connection from their vinyl collections.
Central to the performance of the R-288 is Audio Group Denmark’s advanced Ansuz noise-suppression suite. Featuring a dedicated array of 72 active Tesla coils, 144 active square PCB Tesla coils, and 6 analog dither circuits, the unit actively neutralizes voltage spikes and ambient RF interference. Coupled with selectable gain settings and extensive input load resistance adjustment, the R-288 ensures pristine signal integrity and precise RIAA curve equalization.
KEY FEATURES & PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGIES
- Dual Input Capabilities (MC & Optical): Features a set of floating RCA inputs for Moving Coil (MC) cartridges as well as a dedicated input stage for optical phono cartridges.
- Selectable Gain & Adjustable Load: Configurable MC gain settings (58 dB or 64 dB @ 1 kHz) and customizable input load resistance ranging from 50 Ω to 10k Ω for optimal cartridge matching.
- Active Tesla Coil Matrix: Outfitted with 72 active Tesla coils and 144 active square PCB Tesla coils designed to dramatically reduce power supply noise and voltage fluctuation.
- 6 Active Analog Dither Circuits: Radar-derived anti-phase dither frequency technology that suppresses background noise floor and enhances spatial ambiance.
- Resonance-Damped Enclosure: Designed using composite materials to prevent magnetic hysteresis and dissipate mechanical resonances.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Category | High-End Reference Phono Preamplifier |
| Brand / Series | Aavik Acoustics (Audio Group Denmark) — 288 Series |
| Model Designation | R-288 |
| MC Input | 1 Pair Floating RCA (Max Input: 5 mVrms) |
| MC Gain Options (@ 1 kHz) | 58 dB or 64 dB |
| MC Load Resistance | Adjustable from 50 Ω to 10,000 Ω (10k Ω) |
| MC Frequency Response | 58 dB: +0.1 / -0.4 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) 64 dB: +0.1 / -1.1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| Optical Input | 1 Pair RCA (Max Input: 500 mVrms | Gain: 26 dB) |
| Optical Frequency Response | +0.1 / -0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| Analogue Output | 1 Pair RCA Outputs |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.05% (at 1 kHz, Nominal Input) |
| Output Impedance | 70 Ω |
| Ansuz Active Noise Reduction | 72 Active Tesla Coils | 144 Active Square PCB Tesla Coils | 6 Analog Dither Circuits |
| Power Consumption | Standby: < 1 W | Operating: < 15 W |
| Mains Voltage & Current | 100–240V AC (50–60 Hz), Max 3.15 A |
| Enclosure Protection Class | IP10 |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 440 x 430 x 116 mm (17.3" x 16.9" x 4.6") |
| Net Weight | 21.0 kg (46.0 lbs) |
| Origin | Handcrafted in Denmark |
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