Janus Signature

About the Janus Signature

The Aesthetix Janus Signature is an all-tube preamplifier that integrates the key features of the Rhea phonostage and Calypso linestage into a single chassis. It offers six line-level inputs and one phono input with a fully balanced line stage and discrete switched resistor volume control with 88 1dB steps. The Signature version upgrades the standard model with custom-made inter-stage Teflon hybrid coupling capacitors and 4uF Dynamicaps output coupling capacitors, resulting in higher resolution, extended frequency response, less grain, more air, improved bass extension, and dynamics. It includes a built-in MC cartridge demagnetizer, nine MC loading settings (75 to 47,000 ohms), and adjustable gain from 40dB to 75dB to accommodate MM and MC cartridges. The unit features zero feedback, dual mono audio boards, versatile single-ended and balanced inputs and outputs (two sets of XLR and RCA outputs per channel), absolute phase control, and bypass mode for home theater processor throughput. The Signature version also replaces the rubber feet with Harmonic Resolutions Systems' Nimbus Couplers for lower noise floor and more air and space. The preamplifier is supplied with a full-function remote control that manages all preamp and phono functions including gain, loading, absolute phase, and demagnetizer. It is available in black or silver finish and weighs 18.2 kg with dimensions approximately 457mm (W) x 111mm (H) x 457mm (D). The The Janus Signature has received global praise including multiple TAS Editor’s Choice Awards.