It's very rare for Goldmund to give their products the 'Reference' tag, and this is the first time they've put it on a pre-amp, putting the new Mimesis Reference Pre-Amplifier in the same hallowed halls as the original Reference turntable and Eidos Reference digital players.

Following the release of the Mimesis Signature Pre-Amplifier, this latest luxury hi-fi component features Class A output stage drivers, it promises the lowest total harmonic distortion (unbalanced input to unbalanced output 0.0002% flat with frequency/ balanced input to balanced output 0.0001% flat with frequency) and intermodulation distortion (unbalanced input to unbalanced output 0.0002%/ balanced input to balanced output 0.0001%) for what the company describes as an “authentic soundscape”. We are told that the signal-to-noise ratio on the line input is > 126 dB (0.01Hz - 10 MHz).

The Goldmund Mimesis Reference Pre-Amplifier also boasts a redesigned power supply in a separate 25kg, 16 x 44 x 39 cm (HxWxD) unit featuring custom audio-grade transformers for enhanced channel separation.

The pre-amplifier's heart is purely analogue, with advanced heat dissipation techniques and Goldmund brand components for stable sonic power. Naturally, the new model showcases Goldmund's 'No-screw-design' and durable Mechanical Enclosure, available in silver grey or matte black. Furthermore, just like the recently released Telos 1800 power amp, you can customise the Memisis Reference pre with a gold top left front ring for a touch of sophistication.

Aside from the power connector, black signal grounding post and yellow-green earthing post, connectivity includes a trio of balanced XLRs and seven RCA line inputs. You also get two sets of stereo Tape outputs, alongside three L/R sets of XLR and RCA outputs and an RS232 connector. The power supply also has a signal grounding and earthing post.

The typically clear and minimalist fascia offers controls for Mute and Power, Volume, Balance, Record/ Menu, Phase/ Edit and selection of seven inputs.

The Mimesis Reference Pre-Amplifier is available in Goldmund's classic silver grey or matte black for £137,500.

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