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CITATION 1 (I)

Stereo Tube Preamplifier

Sold from 1960 until 1963

Note:	This was also sold as a kit

Documents & Downloads

Manuals

Owners Manual (English)

Specifications

General Specifications

Finish: Charcoal Brown and Gold

Finish: Hansome Walnut Enclosure (optional) No Longer Available!

MSRP U.S.: $249.95 each

Dimensions

Weight: 23lbs.

Dimensions (H x W x D): 6 inch x 14 7/8 inch x 12 1/4 inch

Preamp Specifications

Frequency Response: 5Hz – 80kHz (+0/-3dB @ 1 watt)

Distortion: <.05% @ 2 volts (stereo)

Hum and Noise: High Level Input... 85dB below rated output / Low Level Input... less than 1.5 microvolts referred to input terminals

Output Level: Main Outputs... 2 volts

Output Level: Tape Outputs... 0.3 volts

Input Sensitivity: LINE LEVEL (high)... 0.2 volts

Input Sensitivity: Phono RIAA... 2.5mV

Input Sensitivity: Tape... 2mV

Input Sensitivity: Ceramic Phono... 0.1 volts

Filter: Low Frequency... FLAT; 15Hz subsonic filter; 75Hz rumble filter

The Citation I Stereo Preamplifier represents the culmination of extensive research and experimentation. The keynote is unparalleled performance, and no compromise has been made in the design of this magnificent instrument. Every feature demanded by the professional has been incorporated, and several new ones added. Each is important to the proper operation of your system.