Connoisseur 4.2L SE

About the Connoisseur 4.2L SE

The Lyra Connoisseur 4.2L SE is a special edition line-stage preamplifier that builds upon the previous 4.0 and 4.2L models with significant upgrades including a new grounding system via a master grounding PCB accessible through the chassis base, improved airflow with a redesigned rear panel, and an acrylic top panel that enhances sound quality and aesthetics. It features custom hard-rhodium plated phono sockets and draws power from a separate, solidly built all-aluminium power supply housing two 190VA R-core transformers (one per channel) with dual secondary windings and 30-amp Schottky rectifiers, providing 20,000uF capacitance per channel. The design emphasizes an air-dielectric approach to minimize signal degradation. The unit is praised for its exceptional sound quality, microdynamic capabilities, and comprehensive build quality, making it a highly regarded preamplifier in its class.