AESTHETIX CALYPSO TUBE LINESTAGE PREAMPLIFIER

Calypso is an all-tube linestage suitable for audio and home cinema systems. Fully balanced circuitry from input to output, including internal balancing of single-ended inputs, results in common mode signal rejection and cleaner sound. The innovative discrete switched resister volume control maximizes resolution at any listening level. Every input is both single-ended and balanced for greater versatility. Home theatre bypass mode, absolute phase setting and full function remote are added conveniences. The all-aluminum chassis is rigid, acoustically inert and simply beautiful.

Key Features:

• Fully balanced differential circuitry with ability to internally balance a single ended input signal.
• Zero feedback.
• Discrete switched resistor volume control with 88 1dB steps.
• All tube amplification and output (4 tubes total).
• Two sets of XLR and two sets of RCA outputs per channel.
• Bypass mode for home theatre processor throughput.
• Absolute phase, selectable via front panel or remote control.
• Full function remote included.
• Available in black or silver faceplate.

Please Note: Calypso is available in three versions: Standard, Signature and Eclipse.

The standard version uses high-grade Rel-Cap polypropylene coupling capacitors. The Signature version uses exotic and expensive coupling capacitors and other critical parts to bring the performance to a higher level.

All versions of Calypso can be factory upgraded to Signature.

Technical Specifications:

• Inputs: 5 line RCA or XLR (balanced), plus 1 tape, RCA or XLR
• Outputs: 2 RCA (SE) and XLR (balanced), 1 tape RCA
• Line level gain: 23 dB single ended (SE), in/out, and 29 dB balanced/out
• Volume control: switched resistor network volume control with 88 1 dB steps
• Front panel controls: main input, tape input select, volume, balance, phase, mute, display, and bypass
• Remote controls: main input, tape input select, volume, balance, phase, mute, display, bypass and standby
• Frequency response: +- 0.25 dB, 20 Hz - 20 Khz
• Signal to noise: measured at 70 dB minimum, A-weighted (ref 1 mv input, 75 dB gain setting)
• Line input impedance: 40 k ohms SE, 80 k ohms balanced
• Maximum line input: 3.5 volts SE, 7.0 volts RMS balanced
• Output impedance: 1K ohms SE, 600 ohms balanced
• Recommended amplifier load: 10K ohms or greater (SE), 20K ohms or greater (Balanced)
• Tubes, each channel: (line section) V1 (12AX7 or equivalent), V2 (6922/6DJ8)
• Power consumption: 20 watts standby, 60 watts active
• Physical dimensions: 4 3/8" high, 17 7/8" wide, 18" deep including jacks
• Shipping weight: 40 lbs.

CALYPSO TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

Calypso Owner's Manual
Calypso Vacuum Tube Placement Calypso Internal Gain Adjustment