Atoll PR5.1 (DEMO)
- Estimated delivery: Oct 04 - Oct 08
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The Atoll PR5.1 (released in 2004) is a unique crossover product from French High-End audio manufacturer ATOLL Électronique. It is an audiophile-grade 5.1-channel preamplifier designed to bridge the gap between traditional two-channel high-fidelity stereo and home theater surround sound.
Key Features & Design Philosophy
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Audiophile Circuitry: Features fully symmetrical audio stages using discrete components across all 5 channels. Rather than relying on cheap operational amplifiers (op-amps) like many mainstream AV receivers, it maintains traditional Class-A style audiophile topography.
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Heavy-Duty Power Supply: Built with a massive 160 VA toroidal transformer dedicated exclusively to the audio section, along with 20,000 µF of filter capacitance to keep distortion low and dynamics fast.
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Optional DSP / Digital Board: The base PR5.1 functions as a pure analog multi-channel preamp. However, it could be ordered or upgraded with a DSP board featuring 24-bit/96 kHz Burr-Brown DACs and Crystal DSP processors for decoding Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II.
- Simple User Interface: Designed to avoid complex video menus. The front panel focuses strictly on source selection, volume control, and channel-by-channel level adjustment via a minimalist LED interface.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Preamplifier Type | 5.1-Channel Analog & Digital Preamplifier / Processor |
| Frequency Response | 5 Hz – 100 kHz |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 100 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.01% @ 1 kHz |
| Power Transformer | 160 VA Toroidal |
| D/A Conversion | Burr-Brown 24-bit / 96 kHz (optional DSP board) |
| Analog Inputs | 4 Stereo Line-Level, 4 Audio/Video Inputs, 1 Direct 6-Channel Input |
| Digital Inputs (Optional) | Coaxial and Optical inputs for CD/DVD sources |
| Weight | 9.0 kg (approx. 20 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 440 × 90 × 255 mm |