Lehmann Audio Decade Jubilee Phono Preamplifier
Limited-Edition High-End Mm/Mc Phono Stage For Reference-Quality Vinyl Playback
The Lehmann Audio Decade Jubilee is a special-edition high-performance MM/MC phono preamplifier created to celebrate the heritage and development of Lehmann Audio's acclaimed phono-stage technology. Combining the proven architecture of the Decade with carefully selected premium components, refined construction and a dedicated external PWX II power supply, the Decade Jubilee is designed for demanding analogue systems and serious vinyl enthusiasts.
Supporting both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, the Decade Jubilee offers extensive adjustment flexibility with selectable gain, multiple input impedance options and adjustable input capacitance. Its precision passive RIAA equalisation, Class A output stage and carefully engineered two-box construction are designed to extract a high level of musical information from vinyl while maintaining a natural, open and dynamic presentation.
Key Features
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Special-edition high-performance MM/MC phono preamplifier.
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Based on the proven Decade phono-stage architecture.
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Dedicated external PWX II power supply.
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Ultra-precise passive RIAA equalisation network.
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Powerful Class A output stage.
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Four selectable gain settings: 36 dB, 46 dB, 56 dB and 66 dB.
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Flexible cartridge loading with 47 kΩ, 1 kΩ and 100 Ω input impedance options.
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Custom impedance slot for advanced cartridge matching.
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Adjustable input capacitance from 47 pF to 1,370 pF.
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Front-panel operated gain selection.
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Front-panel operated soft bass roll-off filter.
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Non-magnetic aluminium housing with mechanically damped top cover.
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Premium special-edition construction and finish.
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Made in Germany.
Designed For Reference-Level Analogue Playback
The Decade Jubilee is designed for listeners who want to extract the maximum musical information from a high-quality vinyl playback system. Its combination of flexible cartridge matching, precise RIAA equalisation and carefully engineered amplification allows it to work with a wide range of MM and MC cartridges.
The phono stage is designed to preserve the character of the cartridge, tonearm and turntable while presenting music with a spacious soundstage, excellent dynamics, precise detail and a natural tonal balance.
Precision Passive Riaa Equalisation
The Decade Jubilee uses a highly precise passive RIAA equalisation network positioned within its carefully engineered audio architecture.
This approach is designed to provide accurate equalisation while preserving excellent transient response and the delicate low-level information contained in the record groove.
Class A Output Stage
The powerful Class A output stage is designed to provide an open, natural and highly controlled signal path.
Its design contributes to the Decade Jubilee's ability to reproduce musical dynamics, tonal textures and fine detail while maintaining a smooth and coherent presentation across the audible frequency range.
Extensive Cartridge Matching
The Decade Jubilee is designed to accommodate a broad range of moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges.
Four selectable gain settings allow the phono stage to be matched to different cartridge output levels. Input impedance options of 47 kΩ, 1 kΩ and 100 Ω provide compatibility with a wide range of cartridge designs.
For advanced system matching, the custom impedance slot provides an additional configuration option, while adjustable input capacitance from 47 pF to 1,370 pF allows further optimisation for MM cartridge applications.
Adjustable Soft Bass Roll-Off Filter
The Decade Jubilee includes a front-panel operated soft bass roll-off filter designed to help manage unwanted very-low-frequency energy.
Operating at 50 Hz with a 6 dB/octave slope, the filter provides a gentle way to control low-frequency energy while maintaining the musical character of the audible bass range.
Dedicated Pwx Ii Power Supply
The Decade Jubilee uses a dedicated external PWX II power supply designed to provide a stable and powerful supply for the sensitive phono circuitry.
The two-box configuration separates the audio section from the power supply, helping create a clean operating environment for low-level phono signals while providing the current reserve required for dynamic musical reproduction.
Premium Special-Edition Construction
The Decade Jubilee combines the proven Decade audio architecture with special-edition construction and premium finishing details.
Its non-magnetic aluminium housing and mechanically damped top cover are designed to help minimise unwanted resonances and microphony. The matching audio and power supply chassis create a refined two-box presentation suitable for high-end stereo systems.
Features
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Special-edition MM/MC phono preamplifier.
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Ultra-precise passive RIAA equalisation.
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Powerful Class A output stage.
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Four selectable gain settings: 36 dB, 46 dB, 56 dB and 66 dB.
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Input impedance options: 47 kΩ, 1 kΩ and 100 Ω.
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One custom impedance slot.
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Adjustable input capacitance from 47 pF to 1,370 pF.
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Front-panel operated gain selection.
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Front-panel operated soft bass roll-off filter.
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Bass filter: 50 Hz, 6 dB/octave.
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Output impedance: 5 Ω.
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Channel separation greater than 80 dB at 10 kHz.
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Channel mismatch typically maximum 0.5 dB.
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Non-magnetic aluminium housing.
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Mechanically damped top cover.
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Dedicated external PWX II power supply.
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Special-edition premium finish.
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Made in Germany.
Specifications
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Model: Decade Jubilee
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Product Type: MM/MC Phono Preamplifier
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Gain: 36 dB / 46 dB / 56 dB / 66 dB
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MM Sensitivity for 775 mV / 0 dB Output: 3.8 mV / 1 kHz
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MC Sensitivity for 775 mV / 0 dB Output: 0.38 mV / 1 kHz
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MM Maximum Input Level: 45 mV / 1 kHz
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MC Maximum Input Level: 4.5 mV / 1 kHz
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MM Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB RMS unweighted
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MC Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 69 dB RMS unweighted
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Input Impedance: 47 kΩ / 1 kΩ / 100 Ω
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Custom Loading: 1 × Custom Impedance Slot
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Input Capacitance: 47 pF – 1,370 pF
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Output Impedance: 5 Ω
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Channel Mismatch: Typically maximum 0.5 dB
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Channel Separation: Greater than 80 dB at 10 kHz
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Bass Filter: 50 Hz, 6 dB/octave
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Power Consumption: Approximately 13 VA
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Audio Section Dimensions: 110 × 280 × 50 mm (W × D × H)
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PWX II Power Supply Dimensions: 110 × 280 × 50 mm (W × D × H)
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Audio Section Weight: 0.87 kg net
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PWX II Power Supply Weight: 1.56 kg net
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Country of Manufacture: Germany
Why Buy From Soundtrails
A reference-level phono stage is central to achieving the best possible performance from a serious vinyl playback system. Cartridge loading, gain structure, input capacitance, grounding, power supply design and system matching all influence the final performance of an analogue setup.
At SoundTrails, our Audio Video Architects help you select and configure the right phono stage for your turntable, cartridge and amplification system. From cartridge matching and analogue system design to professional installation and complete hi-fi integration, we help ensure that every component works together to deliver the highest possible performance from your vinyl collection.
