Boulder
£184,500

3010

The 3000 Series and thus the Boulder 3010 Preamplifier have become synonymous with the ultimate in sound quality; a level of performance reserved for only the finest audio systems in the world.

3010

Preamplifier

The 3000 Series and thus the Boulder 3010 Preamplifier have become synonymous with the ultimate in sound quality; a level of performance reserved for only the finest audio systems in the world. But traditional thought says that the more features and functions added to a preamplifier, the more of an affect they have on sound, right?

In the 3010 Boulder’s engineers have proven traditional wisdom wrong and achieved something monumental. The 3010 is easily the greatest performing preamplifier in the history of the company. It’s also the most flexible preamp we’ve ever designed. Which very likely makes it the finest preamplifier available.

FEATURES

  • Matched, dual-phase 993SD gain stage improves thermal tracking and optimizes ground
  • Three balanced outputs can be operated independently for multiple zones or together for bi- or tri-amplification
  • Independent, real-time controls to adjust gain on all active inputs and outputs
  • Network browser control of all preamplifier functions
  • Programmable Theater Mode enables seamless use in home cinema systems
  • Variable Blend control allows recordings with hard-panned images or mono LPs played with stereo cartridges to create a stable center image
  • Boulder's own fully-balanced volume control significantly reduces distortion and step noise
  • Separate enclosures for left and right analog sections keep all control and power circuitry from affecting sound
  • Separate power supply chassis with individual supplies for left channel, right channel, preamp control, and low-power Standby mode
  • OpenHome compatibility for use in network controlled and distributed home A/V systems
  • Ethernet connection downloads future software updates and connects to IP-based home control systems
  • Programmable Soft mode temporarily reduces output to levels suitable for conversation
  • Large, full-color, 14.9-inch (38 cm) LCD display clearly indicates all controls, settings, and audio paths
  • HTML page to program setup preferences, input and output options, and custom input and output names
  • Low power consumption Standby mode is compatible with all energy efficiency requirements

Specifications

Balanced Inputs6 via 3-pin XLR
Balanced Outputs, Dual3 via 3-pin XLR
Auxiliary Balanced Output1 via 3-pin XLR
Maximum Input Level7 Vrms
Maximum Output Level28 Vrms
THD+N, 2V Output, 20 Hz to 5 kHz0.0008% (-102 dB)
THD+N, 2V Output at 20 kHz0.001% (-100 dB)
Maximum Voltage Gain20 dB
Volume Range100 dB
Volume Steps0.1, 0.5, 1.0 dB ± 0.01 dB
Auxiliary Path Gain-1 dB
Frequency Response, 20 Hz to 5 kHz+0.00, -0.03 dB
Frequency response, -3 dB0.02 Hz & 300 kHz
Input Impedance333kΩ, Balanced
Output Impedance100Ω, Balanced
Power Requirements90-120V / 200-240V, 50 - 60 Hz
Power Consumption240W Maximum
Preamplifier Chassis Dimensions19” (48.25 cm) W x 18” (45.75 cm) D x 9.25” (23.5 cm) H
Preamplifier Chassis Weight78 lbs. (35.4 kg)
Power Supply Chassis Dimensions19” (48.25 cm) W x 18” (45.75 cm) D x 5.1” (13 cm) H
Power Supply Chassis Weight45 lbs. (20.4 kg)
Shipping Dimensions27” (68.6 cm) W x 33” (83.8 cm) D x 26” (66.1 cm) H
Shipping Weight235 lbs. (106.6 kg)