Yamaha C-5000 Preamplifier (Black)

Description

In pursuit of the intangible musical quality that breathes
life into high-fidelity audio, the world’s largest sound company presents the
C-5000 preamplifier. From the concert stage to the home, Yamaha has drawn on
its vast musical history to create an instrument capable of faithfully
reproducing every nuance and emotion in the performance.

C-5000 Preamplifier

In pursuit of the intangible musical quality that breathes
life into high-fidelity audio, the world’s largest sound company presents the
C-5000 preamplifier. From the concert stage to the home, Yamaha has drawn on
its vast musical history to create an instrument capable of faithfully
reproducing every nuance and emotion in the performance.

• Perfectly
  balanced signal transmission

• Floating
  balanced preamp

• Symmetrical,
  folding-book circuit design

• Low-impedance
  design

• Rigid
  and precise design

• Dual
  Toroidal Transformer

 

For the ultimate in sound

Features

Perfectly Balanced

Together with the GT-5000 turntable and M-5000 power
amplifier, Yamaha delivers an end-to-end balanced signal chain across its
flagship models for premier performance.

Floating and Balanced Preamplifier

The C-5000 features fully balanced and discrete circuit
transmission across all stages of the signal path at Tone Defeat.

The patented floating design is adopted across the phono EQ,
input amp and line amp stages — removing the influence of ground noise from the
signal.

Symmetrical, Folding-Book Circuit Design

The folding-book design for the preamplifier PCB mirrors the
left and right signal paths for precise matching and layout.

With each channel physically identical, the C-5000 is
capable of the most accurate reproduction of audio, which is both wide and
deep.

Further, the ground loop is minimized when other components are
connected.

Dual Toroidal Transformers

Adopting independent, dual toroidal transformers for the
left and right channels delivers optimal separation and therefore produces a
sound stage which is faithful to the original source.

Low magnetic leakage lowers adverse impact on the audio
signal. Following detailed research based on trial listening, the power
transformer was enclosed in a copper-plated case to suppress magnetic flux and
vibration. This also assists in minimizing the influence of flux in the phono
circuit.

This realizes an even and spacious sound due to enhanced
reproduction of detailed signals.

Low-Impedance Design

By copper-plating the chassis to minimize the influence of
voltage on the circuit, the C-5000 is capable of expressing the subtlest
nuances as well as powerful bass.

Additionally, thick screw-type wires are utilized to reduce
the impedance of the power supply and maximize the transmission of musical
information.

Original Design

The C-5000 was designed from the ground up to deliver the
ultimate in listening experiences — down to its aesthetic and even its touch.

The knobs and lever switches feature original designs to
communicate both innovation and craftsmanship.

The volume knob is both rigid and precise — employing
ball-bearings and precision-cut aluminium to achieve its touch while the lever
switches have also been refined for enhanced operation.

Custom-Designed Feet

Every aspect of the C-5000 was carefully considered when
designing this flagship model. Its construction exudes master craftsmanship and
reflects an obsession with achieving the highest levels of performance.

The feet are no exception. Like the M-5000, the custom
heavy-duty brass feet function either as fully supported spikes or with a
scratch guard base for use on delicate surfaces.

 

Stereo Amplifier / Receiver
Audio Specifications	Input Terminal	RCA:6 (PHONO, TUNER, CD, LINE 1, LINE 2 IN, EXT IN), BAL:4 (PHONO, BAL 1, BAL 2, EXT IN), TRIGGER IN: 1 (Slave mode), REMOTE IN:1
	Output Terminal	RCA:3 (LINE 2 OUT, LINE 1, LINE 2), BAL:1 (BAL), TRIGGER OUT: 2 (Master mode), REMOTE OUT:1
	Rated Output Voltage	[Input 200 mV, 20 Hz-20 kHz, 0.01% THD] (BAL BYPASS) 2 Vrms / 150 ohm, (BAL ATT) 1 Vrms / 150 ohm, (LINE 1 / LINE 2) 1 Vrms / 150 ohm), (LINE 2 RECOUT) 200 mVrms / 1.2 kohm
	Maximum Output Voltage	[1 kHz, 0.05% THD] (BAL) 6 Vrms, (LINE 1 / LINE 2) 3 Vrms, (LINE 2 RECOUT) 3Vrms
	Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance	[BAL / LINEOUT: 1 V] (BAL) 200 mVrms / 52 kohm, (LINE,etc) 200 mVrms / 47 kohm, [LINE 2 RECOUT, 150mV (1 kHz) ] (PHONO MC 300 ohms) 100 uVrms / 300 ohms, (PHONO MC 100 ohm) 100 uVrms / 100 ohms, (PHONO MC 30 ohm) 100 uVrms / 30 ohm, (PHONO MC 10 ohm) 100 uVrms / 10 ohm, (PHONO MM BAL(UNBAL)) 2.5 mVrms / 52 k (47 kohm), (EXT IN) 1 Vrms / 20 kohm
	Maximum Input Signal Voltage	[LINE2 REC (1kHz, 0.05% THD)] (BAL) 2.8 Vrms, (BAL ATT) 5.6 Vrms, (LINE,etc) 2.8 Vrms,(PHONO MC) 2 mVrms, (PHONO MM) 50 mVrms, ［BAL/LINEOUT (1kHz 0.05% THD)］(EXT IN) 5.6 Vrms
	Frequency Response	[JEITA, Load 22 kohm] (BAL/LINE, etc) +0 / -3 dB (10 Hz-100 kHz), +0 / -0.3 dB (20 Hz-20 kHz)
	Total Harmonic Distortion Plus Noise	[JEITA, Input: 0.5 V] 0.0100% (BAL [LINE, etc.] to BAL [LINE], 20 Hz-20 kHz), 0.0200% (MM / MC BAL [UNBAL] to LINE 2 RECOUT, 20 Hz-20 kHz)
	Channnel Separation	[JEITA, Input 1.0 kohm terminated, 1 kHz / 10 kHz] 110 dB or higher (BAL / LINE, etc.), 80 dB or higher (MC, BAL / UNBAL), 98 dB or higher (MM, BAL / UNBAL)
	Function Separation	[IHF-A network, Input 1.0 kohm terminated, JEITA] 110 dB or higher (BAL / LINE, etc.), 75 dB or higher (MC, BAL / UNBAL), 95 dB or higher (MM, BAL / UNBAL)
	Signal-to-Noise Ratio	[IHF-A network, Input 1.0 kohm terminated, JEITA] 110 dB or higher (BAL / LINE, etc.), 80 dB or higher (MC, 300 ohms, BAL / UNBAL), 98 dB or higher (MM, BAL / UNBAL)
	Residual Noise	[IHF-A network] 3 uV (BAL / LINE OUT)
	Tone Control Characteristics	(BASS) Boost / Cut [30 Hz] ±9 dB, Turnover Frequency 350 Hz, (TREBLE) Boost / Cut [20 Hz] ±9 dB, Turnover Frequency 3.5 kHz
	Headphone Jack Rated Output Power	35 mW + 35 mW (CD, etc. [1 kHz, 32 ohm, 0.2% THD])
	Deviations from RIAA Equalizer	±0.5 dB (MC / MM BAL [UNBAL])
	Subsonic Filter	15 Hz: -3 dB (MC / MM BAL [UNBAL])
General	Power Consumption	60 W
	Standby Power Consumption	0.2 W
	Power Management (Auto Power Standby)	Yes
	Dimension (W×H×D)	17-1/8″ x 5-5/8″ x 17-3/4″
	Weight	42.11 lbs.