Cygnus X-2 is the newly developed preamplifier from ~Sebatron~ A significant departure from previous Sebatron valve designs, CYGNUS X-2 is totally solid state with transformerless balanced inputs and outputs.

With a crisp, clean and wide response, the Cygnus X-2 is perfect whether gain is very high or very low. Acoustic instruments, vocals and percussion shine through with exquisite transient detail that is preserved by the Class A circuitry. Input sensitivity is high, responding to the smallest of acoustic nuances and a carefully configured pad/gain toggle switch allows the circuit to handle high SPL sources such as close miked snare drum or brass without showing any signs of clipping or distortion. Transient spikes pass through pure and true due to the ultrafast slew rate. With very low noise and extended gain, you’ll be able to hear the fleas on your dog.

The Cygnus X-2 circuitry is unique, designed by Sebatron to meet the needs of modern engineers, musicians and producers. Condenser, Dynamic and Ribbon microphones all perform to their full potential. The all discrete audio path runs on a high voltage rail with direct coupling between stages used appropriately. Only high quality low noise transistors are employed in the circuit, while local and general negative feedback is tastefully utilized to add a subtle pinch of ‘soul’. The organic approach, as used in all Sebatron designs, provides a smooth and detailed top end paired with a solid and concrete bottom register.

Hand built in Melbourne, Australia, the unit is housed in a solid 1U chassis made from 1.2mm thick steel with an aluminium front panel. Cygnus X-2 can also act as a high quality line amplifier, with the ability to buffer or boost weak line signals.

Selectable 110/220 VAC internal power supply with front panel power switch

70db Clean Gain
Wide Bandwidth …..................…. 10hz-110Khz +/- 1db
Low Noise Floor .......................................... –120db ein
High Input Impedance ........................... 2.4 Kilo ohms
Maximum Output Level ................................... +28dbm
Balanced XLR and TRS Inputs / Outputs
3 Position Gain Control ................. Pre Clip Indication
80Hz LowCut ..... 10 Segment LED Output Level Display

Like all Sebatron gear, CYGNUS X-2 is built to last a lifetime.