ARAGON 18K Stereo Preamplifier in very good to excellent condition. Includes power supply cable. What Audiophiles Look For:

• Wide frequency response (20 Hz–20 kHz) for full-range reproduction with low coloration. 

• Low distortion (0.04 % THD) ensures clarity and fidelity. 

• High signal-to-noise ratio (100 dB) for quiet, detailed playback. 

• Robust external power supply (as per design heritage) for clean power delivery and improved channel separation.

Thanks for watching.- Archer High Fidelity.

DESCRIPTION

Vintage Aragon 18K Stereo Preamplifier — a classic solid-state preamp designed for high-fidelity systems. Built with precision engineering and minimalist signal path to preserve musical integrity, the 18K offers low distortion, high signal-to-noise performance, and wide frequency response. It features a dual-mono design with a large external power supply for clean power delivery and excellent channel separation, making it a desirable piece for vintage audiophile setups. Introduced in the early 1990s, the 18K was originally a premium component in Aragon’s lineup.

SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Solid-state stereo preamplifier 

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz 

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.04 % 

Gain (Line): 17.3 dB 

Input Sensitivity (Line): 70 mV 

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100 dB (line) 

Maximum Output (Pre Out): 8 V 

Year Introduced: 1993

Local pick up / inspection / purchase available at Archer High Fidelity in Falls Church, VA. We are a vintage sales and service specialist covering the Washington DC metro area.

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