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Chord - ULTIMA PRE 3
Five Input Pre-amplifierShipping
Designed & Made
in the UK
Ideal for
Desktop Use
XLR
Balanced Output
Connect With
XLR & RCA
CHORD ELECTRONICS PRESENT THE REDESIGNED ULTIMA PRE 3 WITH FIVE INPUT AND LOW-DISTORTION POWER SUPPLIES
The ULTIMA PRE 3 combines more than 30 years of British amplifier design knowledge with the most recent advancements in superior low-distortion power supplies, which provide very low noise and excellent amplifier performance. The ULTIMA PRE 3 offers new levels of pre-amp performance when combined with the company's latest circuit design. It benefits from the latest Chord Electronics pre-amplifier technologies with a distinctive new fascia design created by founder John Franks. The ULTIMA PRE 3 is a brand-new pre-amplifier built from the ground up using the most cutting-edge proprietary power supply technology and circuit design. The ULTIMA PRE 3 was designed from the ground up to take advantage of the most recent advancements in sophisticated low-distortion power supply. These sophisticated devices have extremely low noise and excellent amplifier performance. Coupled with the latest design developments, the ULTIMA PRE 3 offers new levels of pre-amplifier performance.

A WIDE ARRAY OF CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS INCLUDING AN AV BYPASS PLUS A 5 V CHARGING USB TYPE-A PORT
Chord Electronics is known for providing a fantastic experience by combining features that keep you engaged and give exceptional sound quality, unlike anything you have ever experienced before. The ULTIMA PRE 3 is amalgamated with HF Switch Mode Power Supply, Blue Velvet ALPS Potentiometer, Advanced Shielding Technology, Fully Balanced Circuitry, Analogue Signal Path, Convection Cooled, and Included Top Light Ring. The ULTIMA PRE 3 has five analogue inputs (two balanced and three unbalanced), individually buffered and carefully filtered against any radio frequency interference incursion. The ULTIMA PRE 3's rear panel contains balanced and unbalanced connections. It comes with several inputs 2x stereo balanced XLR inputs, 3x stereo unbalanced RCA, and outputs terminals of 1x stereo XLR, 1x stereo RCA, and 1x 5 V charging USB Type-A port, 1x stereo balanced XLR AV bypass input,1 x 12 V trigger output/input. You can't go wrong with the ULTIMA PRE 3 because it has many features that provide an immersive listening experience.


REDESIGNED FASCIA AND SYMMETRICAL DESIGN GIVE THE PRE 3 AN ELEGANT LOOK
Chord Electronics has a long history of developing devices that not only deliver superior audio quality but are also visually stunning. The ULTIMA PRE 3 is no different. The front panel of the ULTIMA PRE 3 has been overhauled from the outside. The redesigned fascia features a precisely symmetrical design centred on a circular power on/off sphere that employs the company's well-known polychromatic indicator lighting to provide a clear and straightforward indication of the amplifier's playing status. The ULTIMA PRE 3 has a Solid Aluminium Chassis that adds a new look on the outside, with a centre circular power sphere flanked by new volume control and balance/AV bypass selector, both of which have new ergonomic knob designs. It has a rugged feel and looks to give you the confidence for the product to last you for years on end.



INPUTS & OUTPUTS | Inputs: 2x stereo balanced XLR inputs, 3x stereo unbalanced RCA
Outputs: 1x stereo XLR, 1x stereo RCA and 1x 5V charging USB Type-A port 1x stereo balanced XLR AV bypass input 1 x 12 V trigger output/input |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 10Hz - 200kHz +/- 3dB |
THD | 0.002% 20Hz - 20kHz |
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO | -105dB on all inputs |
INPUT IMPEDANCE | 100kΩ |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | 560Ω |
INPUT MAXIMUM VOLTAGE | 10V RMS |
OUTUT MAXIMUM VOLTAGE | 17V RMS |
GAIN | x1 |
CHANNEL SEPARATION | 100 dB |
OPERATION VOLTAGE | 80-250V AC auto-switching |
POWER CONSUMPTION | 40W |
DIMENSIONS WITH LEGS | 485mm (w) x 355mm (d) x 130mm (h) |
WEIGHT | 12.7kg |
BOX CONTENTS | 1. Chord ULTIMA PRE 3 |
2. ULTIMA PRE 3 Quickstart guide | |
3. Safety instructions | |
4. 10A Mains IEC cable | |
5. IR system remote control | |
6. 2x AAA batteries |
GENERIC NAME | Headphone Amplifier |
IMPORTER DETAILS | Importers Name: Ferrari Video Address: 63/18, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Chennai - 600020 Contact No: 044-24420733 |
NET QUANTITY | 1 |


The History of Chord Electronics
The Chord electronics marked its beginning with the world of aviation where they believe in unyielding standards. Right from the beginning in 1989, John Franks, the owner of the company has been instrumental in developing the philosophy of the company. The very first amplifiers designed by the Chord Electronics were delivered to the BBC. The company then went on to do business with world-class studios such as the Abbey Road, Sony Music (New York) and eventually The Royal Opera House. The success of Chord electronics in the professional space lead to increasing demand for a domestic range incorporating the best of the finest professional products. All the Chord Electronics products made in Britain use proprietary technologies and offer studio-grade audio performance with all the Chord Electronics products.
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Inside the Chord Studios
When Jamie spends one half of his time in the studio and the other half in the location, he needs best in class Digital to Analogue converters to keep up with his task and this is precisely why he places his trust on nothing else but Chord Electronics. Jamie has already installed the Hugo TT DAC in the Studio room as well as the listening room to feed his monitors and then employs Hugo for mixing on the go along with headphones.

The FPGA DAC Technology
The cutting-edge FPGA DAC Technology is consistent across the Chord's DAC range like the Mojo, 2Qute, Hugo, Hugo 2, and Dave were instead of using the traditional industrial DAC chip, they use the advanced field-programmable gate array.

5 Year Warranty
Don't sweat it, this Chord - ULTIMA PRE 3 comes with a warranty
from Chord Electronics that covers manufacturing defects.
All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.
Read more about Chord Electronics's warranty in India.
"Impressive detail resolution, Sonic precision, Outstanding clarity and insight, Astonishing speed. Chord’s Ultima Pre 3/Ultima 6 pre/power combination leads the class when it comes to clarity and insight."
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