GRANDINOTE PROEMIO

Pre owned. In excellent conditions. Free of noticeable signs of wear. Supplied with remote control, original packaging, and user manual.

The Grandinote Proemio is a high-end preamplifier designed to fully enhance the sonic qualities of Magnetosolid® technology. Its tonal character blends naturalness and sweetness with a tight, dynamic, and impactful response. It is capable of driving any power amplifier, bringing out the best in every setup. The build quality reflects the philosophy of the Italian manufacturer Grandinote: top-tier materials and meticulous attention to detail. The chassis is solid and substantial, with refined finishes and an elegant aesthetic that plays on the contrast between black surfaces and chrome accents. There are no sharp edges, the proportions are generous—particularly in depth—and the considerable weight is a testament to the quality of the construction.

On the front panel, a chrome frame houses a seven-segment display and six control buttons—three for volume and mute, three for input selection and menu access. A large power button completes the front layout. The top features a vented panel divided into three sections, inset between two black side rails that continue the lines of the lateral panels. The rear panel, mounted on a mirror-polished chrome plate, includes sixteen connectors: twelve inputs (six unbalanced RCA and six balanced XLR) and four outputs (two RCA and two XLR), along with an IEC power inlet and additional ventilation slots.

Internally, the fully dual mono circuit operates in pure Class A, with no feedback and direct coupling between stages—completely free of capacitors. This contributes to a wide, natural frequency response. The electronics are protected by a delayed start-up sequence of about 100 seconds, which also serves as a safety standby mode. One particularly thoughtful feature is volume management: the level is automatically reset to zero when switching inputs, protecting the power stage and speakers from sudden output spikes.

The Proemio offers a range of programmable functions, accessible via the “PRG” button on the front panel. Users can adjust the volume level independently for each input, set left/right channel balance, enable auto display off after inactivity, and even activate or disable remote control reception. Additionally, it's possible to double the number of RCA inputs by converting the XLRs to unbalanced via dedicated adapters, resulting in a total of six RCA inputs. Any change in settings requires a security code, preventing accidental adjustments.

The Grandinote Proemio is not just an audiophile component—it’s a true instrument for those seeking a complete, vivid, and three-dimensional musical experience. It does not conceal, color, or filter the signal: instead, it faithfully conveys every nuance with impressive precision, bringing expressive power and subtle spatial and tonal details to the forefront—often missed by lesser preamplifiers.

Technical specifications:

• Line preamplifier
• Unbalanced inputs: 3 RCA
• Balanced inputs: 3 XLR (full-balanced); convertible to unbalanced
• Unbalanced output: 1 RCA
• Balanced output: 1 XLR (full-balanced)
• Frequency response: 1.5 Hz – 350 kHz
• Gain: 10 dB
• Class: A
• Circuit topology: fully dual mono
• Power consumption: 15 W
• Weight: 15 kg

• Dimensions: 318 x 196 x 408 mm (W x H x D)