M8 Phono Signature Level 5 pre-amplifier Owner's Information Music's Finest Conductor
Introduction to the M8 Phono Signature pre-amplifier Congratulations on your purchase of the Audio Note M8 Phono Signature level 5 pre-amplifier. Audio Note Level System First, a word about how we classify our products at Audio Note. The world renowned Audio Note Ongaku, Kegon and Gaku-on amplifiers incorporate six technological design features which give them unmatched sonic performance and clarity, placing them amongst the best amplifiers in the world.
Unpacking and installation Please ensure care is taken when unpacking the pre-amplifier. We recommend that you store the packing materials in case the unit requires shipping at a later date. Also, check that no transit damage has occurred before installing the pre-amplifier. Select a suitable location for the unit, ensuring that adequate ventilation is provided as the pre-amplifier generates considerable heat during normal operation.
Connections Phono input The phono input is suitable for connection to a turntable with a moving magnet (MM) cartridge installed. Audio Note is able to provide a range of step-up transformers for use with moving coil (MC) cartridges. These transformers are able to provide the best possible match for the M8 Phono Signature. The phono input consists of a pair of RCA connectors. NOTE: Some turntables are equipped with a separate ground wire for connection to the ground terminal next to the phono input sockets.
Note interconnects are recommended, as they are manufactured to the same exacting standards as all of our products. Operation Once all the connections are completed and checked, make sure all power amplifiers are off and flip the mains rocker switch located on the back panel of the pre-amplifier to the 'on' position. The M8 Phono Signature is a vacuum tube design and therefore requires about 45 seconds warm-up time. After this the remaining system components may now be turned on.
Warranty and servicing Audio Note warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the original date of purchase from an appointed Audio Note dealer. The vacuum tubes are warranted for three months. In the event that your Audio Note product requires servicing, please contact your Audio Note dealer.
Technical overview The M8 Phono Signature utilises simple but sonically effective circuitry using vacuum tube technology rather than complex techniques using impure semi-conductor type devices, so common in the audio industry. This kind of circuit architecture is incredibly transparent and revealing. As a natural consequence, part material plays an important role in the final sonic performance, so we use only the best possible components and materials.
Specifications Weight (kg) 16 Dimensions Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth (mm) 141 445 410 Max Power Consumption (W) 81 Fuse Ratings HBC T (110/120 Vac supply) (A) HBC T (220/240 Vac supply) (A) 1 0.5 Input Impedance Line input (k Ohms) Phono input (k Ohms) 100 47 Gain @ 1kHz Line (dB) Phono (dB) 18 65 Line Input Sensitivity (for 1V output) (mV) 126 Output Noise Line, unweighted (mVrms) Phono, unweighted (mVrms) < 0.
Safety Information HEAT: By the nature of vacuum tubes, this product generates high levels of heat. Adequate ventilation must be provided. Do not restrict the airflow through any of the ventilation slots or place the amplifier on any surface that may restrict airflow. CAUTION: The vacuum tubes and other nearby parts operate at extremely high temperatures KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. HUMIDITY: Do not store or operate this unit in areas of high humidity or in close proximity to water.
