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Preamplifier Features

• Ultra-High-Resolution 24-Bit D/A Converters
• Acoustic Response Compensator:
  The Acoustic Response Compensator, incorporated for the first time in the MB-100, effectively controls peaks in two critical low-to-mid frequency bands. You can select varying degrees of compensation in the 100 to 160 Hz range and the 1 to 1.6kHz range
• Non-Magnetic Aluminum Chassis
  High-capacity bipolar DC-DC converter with an advanced design that absolutely minimizes the use of sound-degrading coupling capacitors
• Selectable High-Voltage Preamplifier Output
• Bass/midrange/treble tone controls provide precise adjustment capability over a +12dB range at 20Hz, 3kHz, and 20kHz.
• Two coaxial digital inputs and two analog AUX inputs are provided to accommodate an external Nakamichi CD changer and other source components. (You can select AUX 2 or digital input 2, but not both.)
• All input and output terminals are gold-plated.
• Loudness and audio mute functions are provided.

Head Unit Features

• Variable Pitch Stocker Mechanism
• Magnetic Disc Clamping
• Superior Operating Ease And CD Protection
• 3-D Viscous Suspension / Anti-Roll Suspension:
  A sophisticated 3-D Viscous Suspension provides extremely effective vibration absorption in all directions. An Anti-Roll Suspension system permits the head unit to be mounted at angles of up to 30 degrees from horizontal without any adjustments.
• Ultra-Miniature High-Performance Pickup Assembly
• 3" (8cm) CDs can be played without adapters. (They can be played in any open slot but cannot be stored in the changer.)
• High-Performance PLL synthesizer tuner has 18 FM and 12 AM station prestets, Auto Memory, Auto DX/Local Switching, Preset Scan.
• Wireless remote control included.
• Front panel can be detached to deter theft.
• Built in quartz digital clock.
   

DAC/Preamplifier Unit

Preamplifier Section

• Frequency Response: 15-30,000 Hz ± 2 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.008% (1 kHz)
• Output Level: 1.0V/2.0V/5.0V (selectable)
• Tone Controls:
  • Bass: ± 12 dB @ 20 Hz
  • Midrange: ± 12 dB @ 3 kHz
  • Treble: ± 12 dB @ 20 kHz
  • Loudness: + 10 dB @ 20 Hz (volume level: 20)

D/A Converter Section

• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Sampling Frequency: 32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz (autoselected)
• D/A Conversion System: 24-bit D/A converter with 8 x oversampling digital filter
• S/N Ratio: Better than 95 dB
• Dynamic Range: Better than 95 dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.008% (1 kHz)

Tuner/CD Changer Transport Unit

FM Tuner Section

• Frequency Range:
  • U.S.A: 87.5-107.9 MHz in 200 kHz steps
  • Other Areas: 87.5-108.0 MHz in 50 kHz steps
• Usable Sensitivity: 15 dBf (IHF)
• S//N Ratio: 60 dB (mono)
• Stereo Separation: 35 dB

AM Tuner Section 

• Frequency Range:
  • U.S.A: 530-1,710 kHz in 10 kHz steps
  • Other Areas: 531-1,602 kHz in 9 kHz steps
• Usable Sensitivity: 32 dBµ

CD Transport Section

Changer Type: 6-Disc MusicBank™ system

General

Outer Dimensions (W x H x D) / Approx. Weight:

• Tuner / CD Changer Transport Unit: 178 x 46 x 176.7 mm / 1.3 kg
• DAC / Preamplifier Unit: 178 x 25 x 120 mm / 0.5 kg