Yamaha C-5000 - Silver

Description

In pursuit of the intangible musical quality that breathes life into high-fidelity audio, the world's largest sound company presents the C-5000 pre-amplifier. From the concert stage to the home, Yamaha has drawn on its vast musical history to create an instrument capable of faithfully reproducing every nuance and emotion in the performance.

Floating and balanced pre-amplifier

The C-5000 features fully balanced and discrete circuit transmission across all stages of the signal path at Tone Defeat.

Symmetrical, folding-book circuit design

The folding-book design for the pre-amplifier PCB mirrors the left and right signal paths for precise matching and layout. With each channel physically identical, the C-5000 is capable of the most accurate reproduction of audio which is both wide and deep. Further, the ground loop is minimized when other components are connected.

Dual toroidal transformers

Adopting independent dual toroidal transformers for the left and right channels delivers optimal separation and therefore producing a sound stage which is faithful to the original source. Low magnetic leakage lowers adverse impact on the audio signal. Following detailed research based on trial listening, the power transformer was enclosed in a copper-plated case to suppress magnetic flux and vibration. This also assists in minimizing the influence of flux in the phono circuit. This realizes a gentle, calm and even spacious sound due to enhanced reproduction of detailed signals.

Low-impedance design

By copper-plating the chassis to minimize the influence of voltage on the circuit, the C-5000 is capable of expressing the subtlest nuances as well as powerful bass.

Original design

The C-5000 was designed from the ground up to deliver the ultimate in listening experiences - down to its aesthetic and even its touch. The knobs and lever switches feature original designs to communicate both innovation and craftsmanship. The volume knob is both rigid and precise - employing ball-bearings and precision-cut aluminum to achieve its touch while the lever switches have also been refined for enhanced operation.