Vincent onsetLine, premiumLine User Manual
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Nature teaches us our notes and we recombine them. Our possibilities are unique and versatile, hear the natural
sound and discover an almost authentic, undistorted listening experience. Let yourself be amazed and listen
carefully! Music and sound effects imbue the performance with a new dimension..
Development! A principle that underlines our entire existence. From a delicate seedling to a self-confident tree.
From an idealistic idea to a consistent concept. From small valve amplifiers to a brand that is individually tailored
to its listeners.
Do the extravagant dynamic amplitudes and very loud musical segments sound strong and proud or attenuated
and weak? Is every instrument authentic and clear, does it stay in one place within the sound stage or
do the instruments "wander" around depending on the sound level? We pose ourselves these
questions - in order to offer you an immaculate result.
We are not demanding, but rather stubborn at times when it involves going down the direct route on a
continuous and consistent basis. Vincent regularly updates its product range, adding some things, discarding others. The innovations leave behind strong, striking footprints in the specialist press, tracks
that represent quality, durability and an excellent price-performance relationship. Even our classic
models, the SP-331 and the SA-31, still continue to achieve top places in tests.
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Every series has its very personal attractions and
exigencies. Powerful equipment, clear design, technical developments - we have tried to encompass
all these and have adapted the individual lines to individual requirements.
This is how our onsetLine was created: We wanted
to provide for young music enthusiasts and bass
lovers. Uncomplicated, to the point and powerful!
Our premiumLine and our classics in the powerLine
offer even more potential.
But decide for yourself what is best for you.
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Linear and powerful in tone. Strong, indestructible and
vibrant in sound. Simply, fantastically uncompromising!
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For all passionate music hearers who place great value on
powerful tones and dynamics. First class power!
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Our HiFi entry level series, puristic in design but with opulent
equipment. Simply good HiFi!
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Unbeatable sound and already an emotional, authentic classic line with state of the art engineering.
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Impressive in sound and a treat for the eyes. Have a look!
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Still a visual highlight with fascinating sounds. Listen to the
delicate and quiet tones.
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A must for HiFi specialists.
Hear the difference!
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You can find all HiFi products in our range clearly sorted here.
You can put together your very own personal system.
We hope you enjoy yourself
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Our premiumLine invites you to a very special hearing experience. Close your eyes
and allow yourself to be entranced. Stroll through the musical bamboo garden... listen
to the rustling of the leaves in the wind, the whisper of bamboo shoots rubbing against
each other, the twittering of the birds, the crackling of leaves on the floor - and the
sound of the forest. Unbelievably real and far, far away.
This system will entrance you!
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SV-800
Class A Hybrid Integrated Amplifier
Vincent is striding down new paths in circuit configurations with this integrated
amplifier. Other than in numerous other hybrid amplifiers, where tubes are only
present in the input branch, a valve amplifier was developed in principle here to
provide the signal with a valve-typical signal by passing the signal through the
power stages (transistors) right at the end.
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Almost puristically linear, fresh, pure and powerful in sound
without any compromises. The SV-800 moves in all directions musically without any distortion. Strong, indestructible
and vibrant in sound.
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• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal output power RMS / 8 Ohm: 2 x 100 Watt, RMS / 4 Ohm: 2 x 160 Watt
• RMS Class A / 8 Ohm: 2 x 50 W
• Harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 350 mV
• Signal-noise ratio: > 90 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 5 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo XLR
• Outputs: 1 x stereo Rec Out, 2 x 2 Speaker terminals
• 2 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Tubes: 4 x 12AX7, 4 x 12AU7
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 26,5 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 192 x 430 mm
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SP-T800
Symmetrical Mono Hybrid Amplifier
The best of the bunch. The pre-amplification is by Russian 6922 tubes and two
6N6 tubes. Eight high-power transistors deliver a powerful 200W at 8 Ohm. The
500W transformer and elcos with a total of 80,000 uF offer excellent bass. The
new FET mains connector ensures high signal noise distance in this end stage,
very little distortion and a clear and open sound.
SA-T8
Symmetrical Hybrid Stereo Preamplifier
A tubes prestage to meet the highest standards. Inside, the 4x12AX7 and
3x12AU7 tubes provide the perfect pre-amplification for weak signals. The circuitry
with its negative feedback design is the optimum of linearity and sound. Gold-plated high-grade Neutrik XLR input and output connectors take the relevant cables,
giving the best possible quality, and they guarantee a clean sound.
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• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB, Nominal Output Power RMS/8 Ohm: 200 Watt
• Nominal Output Power RMS/4 Ohm: 320 Watt, Class A/8 Ohm: 20 Watt
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 1,1 V
• Signal-Noise ratio: > 90 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 1 x RCA, 1 x XLR,1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Outputs: 2 x 2 Speaker Terminal (A & B LS-Choice),
1 x XLR,1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Tubes: 1 x 12AU7, 1 x 6922, 2 x 6LG7
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 18 kg
• Dimension (WxHxD): 210 x 265 x 400 mm
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB, Output voltage: 2 V
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt)
• Input sensitivity: 240 mV, Signal-Noise ratio: > 90 dB
• Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 4 x Stereo RCA, 2 x Stereo XLR
• Outputs: 2 x Stereo RCA, 1 x Stereo RCA Rec Out, 1 x Stereo XLR
• 2 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Tubes: 1 x 12 AX7B, 2 x 12AU7, double transformer
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 10 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 135 x 370 mm
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CD-S8
Hybrid CD-Player
Strikingly simple. The CD-S8 stands out with its musical playback without neglecting any details. You experience the music as a complete work of art and it provides
you with unusual pleasure whilst listening, something you can usually only experience with significantly more expensive components or, of course, live.
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Sleek in design and full of energy conveyed outwards with precisely controlled
nuances. An excellent listening experience that will amaze you. A breath-taking
sound awaits you in combination with the SA-T8 and both mono-blocks SP-T800.
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• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, D/A converter: 24 bit / 192 kHz
• Harmonic distortion: < 0.003 %, Signal-noise ratio: > 90 dB, Dynamic range: > 100 dB
• Audio output voltage: 2.5 V, Channel separation: > 90 dB
• Inputs: 1 x 3.5 mm Jack socket (Power Control)
• Outputs: 1 x stereo XLR, 1 x stereo RCA, 1 x digital coaxial, 1 x digital optical,
1 x 3.5 mm Jack socket (Power Control)
• Tubes: 2 x 6922 (= 6DJ8), 1 x 12AX7
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 10.8 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 135 x 368 mm
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PHO-8
PHO-8 Phono Preamplifier
Order is half the battle. Only a phono preamplifier that is properly configured can
ensure low-noise transmission of record player signals. The selection of high-quality components and the complex configuration of the external power unit ensure
a perfect sound quality.
STU-8
STU-8 Hybrid DAB+/FM Stereo-Tuner
You shouldn't be without it: A hybrid tuner in the top class! Equipped with the latest
DAB+ technology, the STU-8 offers you the possibility of enjoying your favourite
radio station at the highest of levels. The tubes in the output stage endow this unit
with a silky sound and soothing warmth
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• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB, Harmonic distortion: < 0.05 % (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
• Input sensitivity MM: 58 mV, MC: 6.8 mV
• Signal-noise ratio MM: > 83 dB, MC: > 70 dB
• Input impedance MM: 47 kOhm, MC: 100 Ohm
• Output impedance: 250 Ohm
• Output voltage: 8 V
• Amplification MM: 40 dB, MC: 60 dB
• Current consumption: 10 W
• Colour: Black/silver
• Weight: 1.5 kg (power unit), 1.2 kg (phono preamplifier)
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 115 x 60 x 137 mm
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FM Tuner:
• Tuner bandwidth: 87.5 MHz~108.0 MHz, Frequency response: 30 Hz - 15 KHz (+1 dB 7-1.5 dB)
• RF-sensitivity: 0.8 V, Signal-noise ratio: 62 dB (Mono)
• Total harmonic distortion Mono 1 kHz (at 75 kHz): 0.12 %, Channel separation 1 kHz (WIDE): 35 dB
• Antenna inputs: 75 Ohm, Coax (male)
DAB+ Tuner:
• Frequency: ca. 174.928 (5A) ~ 239.200 (13F) MHz (VHF BAND III)
1452.960 (LA) ~ 1490.624 (LW) MHz (LBAND)
• Sensitivity: 97 dBm (VHF), -96 dBm (L-BAND), Adjacent channel selection: 40 dB
• Receiving sensitivity: 101 dBm, Signal-noise ratio: 100 dBm, THD+N: 0.01 % (1 kHz)
• Analogue output power: 2 Vrms, Channel separation: 88 dB (1 kHz)
• Frequency range: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz (+0.5 / 0.5 dB), Antenna socket: 50 Ohm, F (female)
General:
• Tubes: 2 x 12 AX7B
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 9 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 133 x 359 mm
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In addition to the latest technology, the STU-8 stands
out with excellent workmanship. The transformer and
power unit are fitted in their own chamber. Influences
disturbing the sound are minimised.
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Take a little tour...
Feel the fresh, cool forest floor, catch a sight of the squirrel
hopping from branch to branch and listen to the tapping of the
woodpecker. Sit down under the shady branches and escape
into the positive mood of the forest.
Powerful, solid and musical: An extravagant auditory trip!
This series will pull you under its sway.
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SV-232
Stereo Integrated Amplifier
Symmetrically configured integrated amplifier. A high-quality core-designed transformer supplies the amplifier with sufficient power to operate even critical speakers. High-quality components and in-house technology (e.g. the familiar Vincent
Preamp Module) give the unit more clarity and precise sound without losing any
musicality. The electronic volume control provides significantly better results in
terms of synchronisation and ageing vulnerability.
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It can do a lot more than just be loud!
The SV-232 loves the big, powerful appearance and garnishes music with an
extra portion of spice. Finely dynamic events are handled with careful passion,
but even techno or house is treated with the necessary precision.
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A favourite set: The SV-232 with the highly-praised CD-S 4.
A lot of power, combined with a fine dynamic sound image, is
what awaits you here. Simply convincing!
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• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 KHz +/- 0.5 B
• Nominal output power RMS / 8 Ohm: 2 x 100 Watt, RMS / 4 Ohm: 2 x 180 Watt
• Harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 KHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 260 mV
• Signal-noise ratio: > 90 dB
• Input impedance: 47 kOhm, inputs: 6 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo main in,
1 x 3.5 mm Jack socket (Power Control)
• Outputs: 2 x 4 Speaker terminals, 1 x stereo RCA Rec Out, 1 x Stereo RCA Pre Out,
2 x 3.5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Colour: Black or silver, Weight: 13.8 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 135 x 135 mm
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SV-238MK
Class-A Stereo Integrated Amplifier
SV-234
Class-A Stereo Integrated Amplifier
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A full amplifier with the performance of an end stage. 16 Sanken transistors per
channel guide the power of the 1,500VA transformer into the right channels. But
pure power without control, flexibility and clean signal processing is not enough.
Complex Class A circuitry, symmetrical amplifier circuitry and the connection options for XLR sources provide magnificent sound.
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• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal Output Power RMS / 8 Ohm: 2 x 200 Watt, RMS / 4 Ohm: 2 x 400 Watt
• ominal Output Power RMS / 2 Ohm: 2 x 700 Watt, Class A / 8 Ohm: 2 x 60 Watt
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 350 mV
• Signal-Noise ratio: > 95 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 5 x RCA 1 x XLR, Outputs: 2 x 4 Speaker Terminal, Pre Out: 1 x RCA, 1 x XLR
• Colour: Black or silver, Weight: 32 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 180 x 530 mm
With this device Vincent presents the latest development in the field of integrated
full amplifiers. This amplifier is fully symmetrically constructed and as in the
SA-93Plus, it uses the FET input amplifiers recently developed in-house by Vincent.
With these input units the signal is transmitted to the amplifier unit even faster and
above all with even less noise.
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• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal Output Power RMS / 4 Ohm: 2 x 289 Watt
• Nominal Output Power Class A / 8 Ohm: 2 x 10 Watt
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt)
• Input sensitivity: 400 mV, Signal-Noise ratio: > 90 dB
• Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Input: 4 x Stereo RCA, 1 x Stereo XLR, 1 x Stereo RCA Main In,
2 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Outputs: 2 x 4 Speaker Terminal, 1 x Stereo RCA Rec Out,
1 x Pre Out RCA, 2 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Colour: Black or silver, Weight: 22 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 142 x 450 mm
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Let´s Rock ...
This symbiosis is glorious, a clear sound image, fully
dynamic, everything you expect. Weak performances
are a thing of the past with this combination.
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SA-94
Stereo Preamplifier
Sensational symmetry. Perfect harmony is achieved by two separately designed
audio channels, two separate power units and two ring core transformers, each
dedicated to a single channel. The integrated FET module developed by Vincent
works as a DC-coupled unit in the particularly critical area of the input signals. Result: Clear sound and no measurable distortions.
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SP-994
Class-A Stereo Power Amplifier
Fully symmetrical stereo power amplifier configuration. This power amplifier can
now handle any speakers through a significant increase in output compared to its
predecessor, ensuring even more tranquillity and harmony in the sound characteristics. 60 Watt Class-A output makes a clear statement here, but can also be switched off at any time.
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• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 50 KHz +/- 0.5 dB, Nominal output voltage: 2 V
• Harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 KHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 380 mV
• Signal-noise ratio: > 95 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 5 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo XLR
• Outputs: 2 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo XLR, 1 x stereo RCA Rec Out
• 2 x 3.5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 10.9 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 84 x 360 mm
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• Frequency response: 16 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal output power RMS / 8 Ohm: 2 x 300 Watt, RMS / 4 Ohm: 2 x 600 Watt
• Output Class A / 8 Ohm: 2 x 60 Watt
• Harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 KHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 1 V
• Signal-noise ratio: > 95 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 1 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo XLR, 1 x 3.5 mm Jack socket (Power Control)
• Outputs: 2 x 4 Speaker terminals, 1 x 3,5 mm Jack socket (Power Control)
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 34.5 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 195 x 530 mm
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SP-995
Class-A Mono Amplifier
Thanks to the input selector switch on the front of the device the SP-995 leaves
you with the choice of whether you would like to use a symmetrical or an asymmetrical source. The new DC server unit determines the sound with optimised voltage and current supply. The 450W transformer provides impressive performance
data. These end stages are perfectly matched with the SA-93Plus and the new
CD-S5, a first-class listening experience.
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• Frequency response: 10 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal Output Power RMS / 4 Ohm: 200 Watt, Nominal Output Power RMS / 2 Ohm: 350 Watt,
Nominal Output Power Class A / 8 Ohm: 100 Watt
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 800 mV
• Signal-Noise ratio: > 90 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 1 x RCA, 1 x XLR, 1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Outputs: 2 x 2 Speaker Terminal, 1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control)
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 19,5 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 430 x 150 x 435 mm
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SA-96
Stereo Preamplifier with MP3 playback
The SA-96 was primarily developed as a prestage for the SP-996. It incorporates an excellent headphone amplifier and, as an additional
function, a USB input. This allows you to play your entirely personal music
choice by means of a USB Stick or another MP3 player. In this case, the
player is operated via the SA-96. It comes with a remote control and a
Rec. Out.
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB, Output voltage: 2 V
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt),
• Input sensitivity: 380 mV, Signal-Noise ratio: > 90 dB
• Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs: 3 x Stereo RCA, 1 x USB
• Outputs: 2 x Stereo RCA, 1 x Stereo RCA Rec Out, 2 x 3,5 mm,
Jack sockets (Power Control), 1 x headphone jack 6,3 mm
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 3 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 93 x 234 x 220 mm
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SP-996
Mono Amplifier
The smallest in the Vincent family of end stages. But just by the weight
you notice that it's a real Vincent, over 5 Kg in just 88 x 234 x 220 mm
testify to the expected performance and a mains connector that is also
capable of delivering it via the end transistors. Also
an ideal device for use in multichannel set-ups.
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 50 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
• Nominal Output Power RMS / 8 Ohm: 125 Watt,
• Nominal Output Power RMS / 4 Ohm: 170 Watt
• Total harmonic distortion: < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Watt), Input sensitivity: 1,2 V
• Signal-Noise ratio: > 95 dB, Input impedance: 47 kOhm
• Inputs:1 x RCA, 1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control),
• Outputs. 1 x 3,5 mm Jack sockets (Power Control), 2 x Speaker Terminal
• Colour: black/silver, Weight: 5,8 kg
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 85 x 230 x 220 mm
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