Name: Conrad-Johnson PV5 // Vintage Tube Preamplifier
Brand: Conrad Johnson
SKU: 8834216362205
Price: 1699.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Conrad-Johnson PV5 is a classic tube preamplifier from the golden age of high-end audio, and it still holds a special place in the hearts of tube aficionados. Introduced in the early 1980s, the PV5 helped solidify Conrad-Johnson’s reputation for creating musical, tube-driven masterpieces that emphasize warmth, emotional engagement, and a level of midrange richness that’s almost addictive. This preamp is a love letter to analog and is perfect for those who crave the liquid, immersive sound that only tubes can deliver.

Production

1984

Condition

9/10

Serial No.

CJPV5

Orig. MSRP

$1485

Restoration

Disassembled and cleaned all control contacts
Burnished speaker relay contacts
Verified all input and output connectors

Factory Specs

Tube stereo preamplifier.

Inputs: MM or MC phono, tuner, 2 tape loops.

Controls: Left, right, stereo, reverse, mono. 2 main outputs, 2 tape outputs, 4 AC outputs (2 switched, 2 unswitched).

Frequency response: +0/–2dB, 2Hz–100kHz.

Maximum output: 25V volts.

Phono overload: 500mV.
Dimensions: 16" W × ll¾ × D by 4" H.

Packing

Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra. We also take great care to protect the tubes. When sensible, we will pack the tubes to prevent any movement. Other times, we'll individually wrap the tubes and mark their corresponding socket to preserve the bias. You can be confident that your piece will be snug as a bug in a rug.

Shipping

This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $100, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.

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