Klipsch Stage One 7.1-Channel Preamplifier and Processor

by Klipsch

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00096ZT5G
• Item model number: Stage One 7.1-Chnl Preamp & Prcsr

Product Description

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Providing not only leading edge performance and easy operation, the THX Ultra2 Certified Stage One preamplifier/processor/tuner supports 5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 decoding for today's most popular formats including Dolby Pro Logic II, dtsES-Matrix and Discrete, dtsNEO:6 and THX Surround EX. It adheres to Mondial Designs' classic minimalist design approach and THX Ultra2 specifications. The intuitive, one-touch user interface not only allows the front panel to be striking without being overloaded with rows and rows of buttons, but it also eliminates the need for on-screen character generators that compromise video signals.

Designed, above all else, to do no harm to the audio and video signals, the Stage One performs as well in a high-end two-channel audio system as it can in a multi-channel music and movie system. It features high-end 24-bit/192kHz digital/analog convertors with the capability for 2-channel and 8-channel analog pass-through for use with new multi-channel audio formats like DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD. Wide bandwidth relays allow HDTV, Component Video, Progressive Scan, composite and S-Video signals to be routed without signal degradation.

The Stage One has a full complement of digital audio, analog audio, video switching and control jack connections including seven A/V inputs and an on-board AM/FM tuner. The large front-panel vacuum tube florescent display adds to the ease-of-operation and a Philips ProntoNEO learning, preprogrammed, touch-panel infrared remote control comes with each unit. In-the-field software upgrades are possible through in-system programmability via the RS-232 port.

The Stage One features a machined aluminum front panel with an engraved Aragon logo and elegant blue LED lighting that perfectly complements the available black or silver finish options. A software controlled dimmer function allows you to choose full or half brightness, as well as allowing you to completely turn off the LED lighting.

THX is an exclusive set of standards and technologies established by the world-renowned film production company, Lucasfilm Ltd. To receive this certification, products must undergo a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Klipsch is the only manufacturer in the world to carry THX Certification on products in four categories--professional cinema, home theater, multimedia and electronics.