Pre-Amplifiers

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Within the circuit design, a generous total of 15 independent power supply regulators regulate, then sub regulates quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigital control circuits are assigned a separate mains power supply, completely isolated from the signal circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBalanced and unbalanced output options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR features a choice of balanced audio drive via XLR connectors for best performance in systems where it is partnered by high-end power amplifiers with balanced inputs. An unbalanced output is also provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAll new analogue preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR analogue preamp features relay input selection and a new high-performance gain stage. This short path design makes the analogue preamplifier extremely transparent. With four analogue inputs and phono MM, the Pre-XR will cover just about any system requirement for analogue connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePSU-XR port\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR includes a port for the new PSU-XR power supply. Thirty years ago Cyrus broke new ground with the introduction of the PSX-R, the first-ever regulated power supply upgrade that automatically adapted to match perfectly the power requirements of any connected product. The PSU-XR raises the bar by sourcing no less than five independent regulated supplies in a single box. For the Pre-XR the PSU-XR steps in to take over power supply for the analogue stages of the preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePre-XR digital performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DAC input stage of the Pre-XR features a new 2nd generation version of our award-winning QXR DAC, but with an all-new high-speed analogue buffer stage. Seven digital filter alignment options are user adjustable to suit the taste of the listener. Input options include USB audio (to 384k sample rate) and DSD to DSD256, 2 x SPDIF digital and 2 x optical digital inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFully configurable\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA new menu system makes the Pre-XR highly customisable yet easy to set up. With a tree-style navigation structure and both local and remote control navigation, menu settings are quick and simple to select.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRoon Approved\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR is approved Roon Tested (using min firmware v1.6)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing Roon Tested means that Cyrus and Roon have collaborated to ensure you have the best experience using Roon software and Cyrus equipment together, so you can just enjoy the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 x Analogue inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Phono MM input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 x Optical inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 x Coaxial digital inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Asynchronous USB input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Analogue preamplifier out\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Headphone output\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePSU-XR upgrade port\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeadphone amplifier, 2 x 138mW into 16 Ω (\u0026lt;0.1% THD)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSPDIF supported formats 16\/44.1k - 24\/192k\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUSB supported formats 16\/44.1k - 32\/384k\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDSD supported formats up to DSD256\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDOP supported formats up to DOP128\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCustom input naming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eiR14 Remote control included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions (H x W x D) - 73 x 215 x 360 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight 4.3kg\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-08-14T13:15:15+01:00","created_at":"2022-06-15T22:18:29+01:00","vendor":"Cyrus","type":"Pre-amplifiers","tags":["Cyrus","Pre-amplifiers"],"price":230000,"price_min":230000,"price_max":230000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":419500,"compare_at_price_min":419500,"compare_at_price_max":419500,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":42876902211827,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"CYR-PREX-ANAL-PRE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Cyrus Pre-XR Analogue Preamplifier - EX DEMO","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":230000,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":419500,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-01.webp?v=1686744953","\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-02.webp?v=1686744953"],"featured_image":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-01.webp?v=1686744953","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32107594318067,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-01.webp?v=1686744953"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-01.webp?v=1686744953","width":2048},{"alt":null,"id":32107594350835,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-02.webp?v=1686744953"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/james-morrow.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/CYRUS-PRE-XR-02.webp?v=1686744953","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Pre-XR is one of the first wave of products, heralding the new XR series of Cyrus components.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe familiar Cyrus precision die-cast case is the same, but everything else has changed. With ground-up engineering inside, an all-new phantom black paint finish, touch-sensitive controls and a higher resolution display that is customisable for brightness, contrast and polarity, the high-quality finish of XR makes a strong statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHigh capacity power supply\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe power supply design of the Pre-XR has received special attention. An over-specified 74VA power transformer delivers power to a high capacity power supply reserve. Within the circuit design, a generous total of 15 independent power supply regulators regulate, then sub regulates quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigital control circuits are assigned a separate mains power supply, completely isolated from the signal circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBalanced and unbalanced output options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR features a choice of balanced audio drive via XLR connectors for best performance in systems where it is partnered by high-end power amplifiers with balanced inputs. An unbalanced output is also provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAll new analogue preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR analogue preamp features relay input selection and a new high-performance gain stage. This short path design makes the analogue preamplifier extremely transparent. With four analogue inputs and phono MM, the Pre-XR will cover just about any system requirement for analogue connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePSU-XR port\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR includes a port for the new PSU-XR power supply. Thirty years ago Cyrus broke new ground with the introduction of the PSX-R, the first-ever regulated power supply upgrade that automatically adapted to match perfectly the power requirements of any connected product. The PSU-XR raises the bar by sourcing no less than five independent regulated supplies in a single box. For the Pre-XR the PSU-XR steps in to take over power supply for the analogue stages of the preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePre-XR digital performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DAC input stage of the Pre-XR features a new 2nd generation version of our award-winning QXR DAC, but with an all-new high-speed analogue buffer stage. Seven digital filter alignment options are user adjustable to suit the taste of the listener. Input options include USB audio (to 384k sample rate) and DSD to DSD256, 2 x SPDIF digital and 2 x optical digital inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFully configurable\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA new menu system makes the Pre-XR highly customisable yet easy to set up. With a tree-style navigation structure and both local and remote control navigation, menu settings are quick and simple to select.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRoon Approved\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-XR is approved Roon Tested (using min firmware v1.6)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing Roon Tested means that Cyrus and Roon have collaborated to ensure you have the best experience using Roon software and Cyrus equipment together, so you can just enjoy the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 x Analogue inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Phono MM input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 x Optical inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 x Coaxial digital inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Asynchronous USB input\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Analogue preamplifier out\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 x Headphone output\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePSU-XR upgrade port\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeadphone amplifier, 2 x 138mW into 16 Ω (\u0026lt;0.1% THD)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSPDIF supported formats 16\/44.1k - 24\/192k\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUSB supported formats 16\/44.1k - 32\/384k\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDSD supported formats up to DSD256\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDOP supported formats up to DOP128\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCustom input naming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eiR14 Remote control included\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions (H x W x D) - 73 x 215 x 360 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight 4.3kg\u003c\/p\u003e"}