Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier With MM/MC Phono

SOLD , now part of a Private Collection
The SA-5.1 isn't just a preamplifier; it's a statement piece from the 1980s that continues to captivate audiophiles with its rich, tube-driven sound. Designed by Michael Elliott, this dual-channel tube preamp was a flagship model for Counterpoint, showcasing their commitment to pure tube signal paths and meticulous engineering.
Production
1984
Condition
9/10
Serial No.
20524
Restoration
  • Replaced broken Mono/Stereo switch, verified good!
  • Cleaned ALPS pot
  • Tested all tubes
  • Tube Complement: 4x 6dj8, 1x 6cj6, 1x 6gc5, 1x 5651
  • Replaced 2 bad/short 6dj8
Factory Specs

4 line level inputs, 2 RIAA inputs (high and low)

Low gain RIAA input: 49dB 

High gain RIAA input: 65dB.

Signal to noise ratio (100mV 1kHz reference input) -86dB (400Hz to 80kHz input shorted) -83dB (20Hz to 80kHz input shorted)

Stock No.
9003362943197
The SA-5.1 isn't just a preamplifier; it's a statement piece from the 1980s that continues to captivate audiophiles with its rich, tube-driven sound. Designed by Michael Elliott, this dual-channel tube preamp was a flagship model for Counterpoint, showcasing their commitment to pure tube signal paths and meticulous engineering.

Production

1984

Condition

9/10

Serial No.

20524

Restoration

  • Replaced broken Mono/Stereo switch, verified good!
  • Cleaned ALPS pot
  • Tested all tubes
  • Tube Complement: 4x 6dj8, 1x 6cj6, 1x 6gc5, 1x 5651
  • Replaced 2 bad/short 6dj8

Factory Specs

4 line level inputs, 2 RIAA inputs (high and low)

Low gain RIAA input: 49dB 

High gain RIAA input: 65dB.

Signal to noise ratio (100mV 1kHz reference input) -86dB (400Hz to 80kHz input shorted) -83dB (20Hz to 80kHz input shorted)

Stock No.

9003362943197

Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono
Counterpoint SA-5.1 // Vintage / Stereo Tube Preamplifier with MM/MC Phono

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