{"product_id":"audible-illusions-modulus-m3a-incredible-iconic-preamp","title":"Audible Illusions, Modulus M3B - Incredible Iconic Preamp - SOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore than any other preamplifier, the \u003cstrong\u003eAudible Illusions Modulus 3B\u003c\/strong\u003e established itself as a classic in its own time. The new Modulus 3B elevates that level of performance to a whole new place. This one stands firmly on the top rung of the ladder and will ring the very last note out of any power package you prefer. Yep, it's that great and an audio Icon in every way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEW MODULUS 3B - \u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuring the past 40 years, our Modulus preamplifiers have evolved through several generations to become one of the best tube preamplifiers available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Built on the Company's design philosophy that \"Simpler is Better\" the Modulus clearly demonstrates the superiority of single-ended, pure class-A no-feedback tube designs that have garnered critical acclaim from audio authorities around the world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Completely hand-crafted this latest Modulus employs only the finest parts available. The external power supply has been redesigned with a larger toroid transformer with special circuitry to minimize common-mode noise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe precision-machined faceplate features new control knobs and pushbuttons. The company name is engraved and gold-filled. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Needless to say \"This is the Finest Modulus We Have Ever Made\"\u003c\/em\u003e. - Audible Illusions\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the product first entered production in 1983, more than 19,000 Modulus preamplifiers have been sold worldwide! Quite an accomplishment, and certainly worthy of the popularity, the M3A stands on its own as a superb audiophile component of the highest caliber. The M3B continues that tradition, building upon the strengths of the legendary M3A. The M3B is a deceptively simple design, employing a single gain stage, class A triode circuit utilizing no cathode followers or buffers to degrade the sound. It is a basic design concept that has remained a focus of the Modulus circuit topology since its inception and is one of the reasons for the sparkling sonic clarity and resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you'll find a host of superb parts and pieces, along with excellent quality workmanship and great attention to detail. The list of parts includes: Teflon solder mask, OFC circuit board traces, custom film capacitors, and custom stepped attenuators using high-quality metal film resistors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is it that makes the Modulus M3B such a standout? Well, and we say this emphatically, it's the balance of strengths with few, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003every few\u003c\/span\u003e, weaknesses. A strong suit has always been the soundstage, and the M3B competes with most any preamp (almost regardless of price) in this area. It develops an absolutely holographic panorama, that is truly a delight to experience. It's doubtful you'll find a preamp with this level of performance, build-quality, and reliability at anywhere near the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MM phono input will accept any cartridge with 1mV of output, or greater. For those using low output moving coil cartridges, optional Gold Phono Boards are available for increased gain. Designed by the legendary John Curl, the ultra-quiet pre-pre amp boards give the M3B the ability to handle even very low output MC cartridges with low noise and superb fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit design is Pure Class-A, Single-Ended Triode, Zero Feedback, Dual-Mono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio Circuit has no Cathode Followers or Buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo prevent unwanted AC-induced distortions, the M3B features an External Power Supply housing three separate regulated supplies and a large-shielded custom-wound transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe main chassis has three-separate, fully-regulated FET power supplies driving the audio circuitry in addition to separate filament supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic-timed muting circuit with Dual-Color LED indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-light illumination for Selector Switch and Volume Controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandby Mode avoids cold starts and prolongs tube life and circuit components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Tape Output Circuit is FET regulated, set for unity gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit boards are OFC copper and hand-soldered with silver solder. Polypropylene and Polystyrene capacitors used are proprietary designs of Audible Illusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistors are 1% film Vishay-Dale and Roederstein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary gold-plated RCA Jacks with Teflon Insulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume-Balance controls are precision stepped attenuators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront to back an Iconic full featured preamp that will elevate ones system to new heights. This particular unit is in flaw free mint condition with all the as-new accompaniments. Like it just came out of the plastic for the 1st time. Amazing! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome for a demo here in Andover or purchase with confidence here on this site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudible Illusions Modulus M3B Full Featured Preamp with Off-Board Power Supply: $2,499.00 plus sales tax and shipping when applicable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holt Hill Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43017726197827,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2197\/6387\/files\/PhotoMar032026_103608AM.jpg?v=1772561489","url":"https:\/\/holthill.com\/products\/audible-illusions-modulus-m3a-incredible-iconic-preamp","provider":"Holt Hill Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}