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LADDER Bach II R2R Fully Balanced Preamplifier

LADDER Bach II R2R Fully Balanced Preamplifier

New from Ladder — a Fully Balanced Discrete Class A Preamplifier that truly outperforms its price!

✅ Official Ladder Australian Distributor
🔧 Full Local Support & Warranty

Ladder Fully Balanced Class-A Preamplifier (Version 2)

The Ladder Fully Balanced Discrete Class-A Preamplifier is a meticulously engineered analogue control stage designed to deliver absolute transparency, low noise, and superb musical realism. Built with premium components, it exemplifies Ladder’s dedication to sonic integrity and craftsmanship.

Version 2 Enhancements

  • Upgraded ELNA Silmic II power-supply capacitors for improved tonal warmth, depth, and micro-detail.

  • Refined internal layout for enhanced channel separation and reduced noise coupling.

  • Further optimized Class-A bias for lower distortion and superior linearity across the full bandwidth.


Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Topology Fully Balanced, Discrete Class-A
Inputs 2 × XLR balanced / 2 × RCA unbalanced
Outputs 1 × XLR balanced / 1 × RCA unbalanced
Input Impedance 100 kΩ (RCA) / 200 kΩ (XLR)
Output Impedance 50 Ω
Frequency Response 10 Hz – 200 kHz ( ±0.1 dB )
Channel Balance ±0.1 dB typical
THD + N ≤ 0.0006 % (1 kHz, 2 V RMS output)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ≥ 115 dB (A-weighted)
Gain +10 dB (line output)
Crosstalk > 110 dB @ 1 kHz
Power Supply Linear regulated with ELNA Silmic II capacitors
Power Consumption < 25 W (Class-A bias operation)
Dimensions (W × D × H) 430 × 300 × 70 mm
Weight 7.5 kg (net)

Build & Design

  • Fully discrete, Class-A output stage ensures natural tonality and effortless musical flow.

  • Balanced signal architecture throughout minimizes interference and hum.

  • Premium internal wiring and oxygen-free copper conductors maintain signal purity.

  • Hand-matched components for channel consistency and precision.

  • Heavy-duty chassis construction reduces vibration and electromagnetic influence.


Performance & Sound

The Ladder Preamplifier delivers a sound signature characterized by exceptional clarity, organic midrange warmth, and authoritative control. It excels in revealing low-level detail without analytical harshness, offering a presentation that feels natural, engaging, and true to the recording.

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LADDER Bach II R2R Fully Balanced Preamplifier

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New from Ladder — a Fully Balanced Discrete Class A Preamplifier that truly outperforms its price!

✅ Official Ladder Australian Distributor
🔧 Full Local Support & Warranty

Ladder Fully Balanced Class-A Preamplifier (Version 2)

The Ladder Fully Balanced Discrete Class-A Preamplifier is a meticulously engineered analogue control stage designed to deliver absolute transparency, low noise, and superb musical realism. Built with premium components, it exemplifies Ladder’s dedication to sonic integrity and craftsmanship.

Version 2 Enhancements

  • Upgraded ELNA Silmic II power-supply capacitors for improved tonal warmth, depth, and micro-detail.

  • Refined internal layout for enhanced channel separation and reduced noise coupling.

  • Further optimized Class-A bias for lower distortion and superior linearity across the full bandwidth.


Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Topology Fully Balanced, Discrete Class-A
Inputs 2 × XLR balanced / 2 × RCA unbalanced
Outputs 1 × XLR balanced / 1 × RCA unbalanced
Input Impedance 100 kΩ (RCA) / 200 kΩ (XLR)
Output Impedance 50 Ω
Frequency Response 10 Hz – 200 kHz ( ±0.1 dB )
Channel Balance ±0.1 dB typical
THD + N ≤ 0.0006 % (1 kHz, 2 V RMS output)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ≥ 115 dB (A-weighted)
Gain +10 dB (line output)
Crosstalk > 110 dB @ 1 kHz
Power Supply Linear regulated with ELNA Silmic II capacitors
Power Consumption < 25 W (Class-A bias operation)
Dimensions (W × D × H) 430 × 300 × 70 mm
Weight 7.5 kg (net)

Build & Design

  • Fully discrete, Class-A output stage ensures natural tonality and effortless musical flow.

  • Balanced signal architecture throughout minimizes interference and hum.

  • Premium internal wiring and oxygen-free copper conductors maintain signal purity.

  • Hand-matched components for channel consistency and precision.

  • Heavy-duty chassis construction reduces vibration and electromagnetic influence.


Performance & Sound

The Ladder Preamplifier delivers a sound signature characterized by exceptional clarity, organic midrange warmth, and authoritative control. It excels in revealing low-level detail without analytical harshness, offering a presentation that feels natural, engaging, and true to the recording.

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