Stereo preamps are known for being the audiophile component that is responsible to raising and lowering volume as well as switching analog inputs. In the old days, many stereo preamps also had phono stages but today's more cutting edge preamps have HDMI switching for video, subwoofer outputs, digital audio inputs and streaming features like Apple's Airplay. To keep up on the latest in stereo preamps enjoy this new archive below on stereo preamps. Click here to read a full archive of audiophile grade stereo preamps from top brands like Krell, Mark Levinson, Benchmark, Audio Research, Pass Labs, Decware, VTL, Lamm and many others. Read the full review archive on this HomeTheaterReview.com page.
Cambridge Audio has announced the new Edge Series of hi-fi components, due out in June. The Edge Series consists of the Edge A integrated amplifier, Edge NQ preamp/network player,...
ATC has announced the launch of the CDA2 Mk2 DAC/preamp in the U.S. market. The Mk2 represents a complete re-engineering of the CDA2; updates include a new hi-res USB...
Control4 has introduced four new Triad-branded audio products: two matrix audio switches, a multi-zone amp, and a single-zone amp. The Triad AMS-24 ($2,400) and AMS-8 ($1,200) audio matrix switches...
Anthem has announced the new STR Preamplifier and STR Power Amplifier, which will join the STR Integrated Amplifier in the company's arsenal of high-end stereo components. The STR Preamplifier...
In September, Bryston will launch the new BP-17³ stereo preamplifier ($3,995), which features patented technology that first debuted on the company's Cubed Series amplifiers. The preamp has two pairs...
Rotel has introduced three new stereo components, as part of its 15 Series: the RA-1572 integrated amplifier (shown here, $1,699), the RC-1572 stereo preamp ($1,099), and the RCD-1572 CD...
Outlaw Audio has introduced an upgrade to its classic two-channel RR2150 Retro receiver. The new RR2160 adds network features like DLNA streaming and Internet radio, as well as hi-res...
Integra has added a network stereo receiver to its lineup. The new DTM-7 is rated at 100 watts per channel and is loaded with connection options, including four HDMI,...
McIntosh has introduced a new stereo preamp and phono preamp. The D1100 (shown right, $7,000) is a digital preamp with an eight-channel, 32-bit DAC. It boasts nine digital inputs,...
Emotiva has introduced a new entry-level lineup of preamps and amps priced between $199 and $599. The new BasX line includes a stereo preamp/tuner, a tuner/stereo amplifier, an integrated...
In August, Yamaha will add a stereo amplifier and preamplifier to its lineup of MusicCast-enabled products. MusicCast is a multi-room audio platform that allows you to wirelessly stream your...
At CES, Harman's Mark Levinson brand announced and demonstrated the new N° 526 dual-mono preamplifier, which features a hi-res DAC and an integrated photo stage. The preamp has five...
Pass Labs announces the release of the new flagship Xs Phono preamplifier, which carries an MSRP of $45,000. We could try to explain all the design elements that lead...
At next month's Consumer Electronics Show, Emotiva will launch the new Emersa product line, designed to offer high performance at real-world prices. The lineup includes the EMP-1 7.1-channel AV...
McIntosh has announced a trio of new two-channel preamps. The premium model is the two-chassis C1100 (shown, right), which consists of an independent controller unit and a preamp powered...
Pass Labs announced two new integrated stereo amplifiers at last week's CES: the 60-watt INT-60 and 250-watt INT-250. Both models feature four line-level inputs, a line-level output, and two...
Krell has introduced a digital-friendly verison of its Vanguard integrated amplifier--appropriately called the Digital Vanguard. This $6,000 integrated amp includes a 200-watt stereo amp; USB, HDMI, and coaxial/optical digital...
Classé's new Sigma Series features three products, beginning with the 7.1-channel Sigma SSP pre/pro ($5,000) that includes HDMI video switching, balanced and single-ended inputs, and USB/Ethernet ports. The two-channel...
This month, NAD will launch a new stereo preamp and DAC, the C 510, that uses the same Direct Digital processing first utilized in NAD's Master Series M2 amplifier....
It only took 20 years to get a new AV preamp out of Meridian but they are finally coming to market with a more modern, "affordable" product priced at...
