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Retail price: 3,250.00
Background information
The Octave HP 300 MK2 was designed by Andreas Hofmann, founder and chief engineer of Octave Audio. The preamp embodies his philosophy of uncompromising signal purity and meticulous voltage stability. The HP 300 MK2 uses specially selected tubes, high-quality M-Cap capacitors and internal wiring made of pure copper. The housing is low resonance and precision manufactured in Germany for minimal interference.
Questions & Answers
What inputs and outputs does the Octave HP 300 MK2 offer?
The Octave HP 300 MK2 features multiple RCA inputs and outputs, as well as an XLR input and output for balanced connections.
How can the amplification factor of the Octave HP 300 MK2 be adjusted?The gain is adjustable in three steps, allowing optimal adjustment to the efficiency of the speakers.
What tubes are used in the Octave HP 300 MK2?The Octave HP 300 MK2 uses ECC81/12AT7 and ECC88/6DJ8/6922 tubes in the line amp section.
Is it possible to use long interconnect cables with the Octave HP 300 MK2 without loss of quality?Yes, thanks to the low output impedance, interconnect cables up to 5-10 meters can be used without negatively affecting performance.
Does the Octave HP 300 MK2 offer a Home Theatre Bypass function?Yes, the Octave HP 300 MK2 features a Home Theatre Bypass function, where the bypass input can be selected between an RCA or XLR input.
How is the power supply of the Octave HP 300 MK2 regulated?The power supply consists of an external transformer with optimized insulation and accurate voltage regulators with ultra-low noise.