StereoNET International
rates the Gryphon Essence Preamplifier as a dual-mono Class A design with no signal cables inside, minimizing interference. The unit has a zero negative feedback design and uses a 43-step fully balanced relay-controlled resistor array for volume control, providing transparent sound reproduction. The preamp offers a pure and accurate musical experience.
What Hi-Fi?
emphasizes that the Essence has a true "dual mono" configuration, where the left and right channels are completely independent. The lack of signal cables inside and the use of a microprocessor-controlled 43-step fully balanced relay-controlled resistor array for volume control contribute to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
Reviewary
notes that the Essence is a dual-mono design, which is unusual for a preamplifier. The unit has no internal wiring for the signal, which contributes to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
Enjoy the Music
emphasizes that the Essence is a dual-mono, zero negative feedback, fully discrete, DC-coupled pure Class A preamp. The unit has no tone or balance controls, headphone jack, mono option or polarity inversion, resulting in a shorter signal path and reduced sound coloration. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
Hi-Fi Voice
emphasizes that the Essence is a dual-mono design, which is unusual for a preamplifier. The unit has no internal wiring for the signal, which contributes to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
Hi-Fi+
emphasizes that the Essence is a dual-mono design, which is unusual for a preamplifier. The unit has no internal wiring for the signal, which contributes to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
The Sound Counsel
emphasizes that the Essence is a dual-mono design, which is unusual for a preamplifier. The unit has no internal wiring for the signal, which contributes to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
The Audiophile Weekend Warrior
emphasizes that the Essence is a dual-mono design, which is unusual for a preamplifier. The unit has no internal wiring for the signal, which contributes to pure signal transmission. The preamp offers exceptional sound quality with a natural and relaxed reproduction.
Awards:
HiFi+
has awarded the Gryphon Essence Preamplifier & Essence Power Stereo.
Audio Art
awarded the Gryphon Essence Stereo & Preamplifier in Taiwan.
