The CL-38u uses SRPP (Shunt Regulated Push Pull) circuitry for all stages to achieve the highest sound quality possible. A genuine phono equalizer is included, the MC-low and MC-high impedance (gain) inputs each have independent MC transformers and are selectable using the MC impedance lever switch. Tone controls enable the listener to fine tune the sound quality.
The CL-38uC’s balanced input terminals have dedicated transformers, improving integration with other high-end equipment. The built-in phono equalizer circuit is compatible with MM and MC cartridges and is equipped with step-up transformers for MC cartridges an independent left & right two step gain selector. The three-position switchable crossover frequencies for bass and treble tone controls enable the listener to fine tune the signal to the desired tonal character.
Input sensitivity/
input impedance |
PHONO (MM): 2.0mV/47kΩ
PHONO (MC high): 0.3mV/100Ω
PHONO (MC low): 0.08mV/30Ω
LINE: 190mV/50kΩ
BAL.LINE: 190mV/20kΩ *2 |
| Output/output impedance |
Rated 1V/300Ω |
| Frequency response |
PHONO: 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.5dB)
LINE/BAL.LINE: 10Hz to 70kHz (within -3.0dB) |
| Total harmonic distortion |
0.006% or less (1kHz)
0.06% or less (20Hz to 20kHz) |
| S/N ratio (IHF-A) |
PHONO (MM): 68dB or more
PHONO (MC high): 63dB or more
PHONO (MC low): 60dB or more
LINE/BAL.LINE: 100dB or more |
| Tone control |
±8dB, selectable frequency range
BASS: 150/300/600Hz,
TREBLE: 1.5k/3k/6kHz |
| Low cut |
30Hz(-6dB/oct.) |
| Circuit |
SRPP |
| Vacuum tubes |
ECC83S×3, ECC82×5 |
| Power supply |
230V~(50Hz)/115V~(60Hz) |
| Power consumption |
35W |
| External dimensions |
440(W) x 169(H) x 307(D) mm
19mm front panel knob of and 12mm rear panel
terminals are included in the depth measurement |
| Net weight |
13.3kg (main unit) |
| Accessories |
Remote control (RA-19), Power cable |
