DENON PRA 2000RG Stereo Pre Amplifier Europe Version 220V Hi End WORK Good Look

DENON PRA-2000RG (1989–1991) High End Stereo Preamplifier – European 220 Volts Edition

1. General Description

The Denon PRA-2000RG is a true reference-class stereo preamplifier from Denon’s prestigious “RG – Real Gain” series, engineered for absolute signal purity and ultra-low distortion. Featuring a fully balanced circuit topology, toroidal power transformer, and dual-mono architecture, it achieves professional-grade transparency and dynamic response suitable for both analog and digital high-fidelity systems.

2. Power Supply (Export 220 V Edition)

This rare factory-built export version operates directly on AC 220 V ±10 % / 50-60 Hz, requiring no step-down transformer. Its custom power stage features dual windings with LC-π filtering and high-capacity 15,000 µF × 2 audio-grade capacitors, optimized for European mains voltage and stability.

3. Inputs / Outputs

• Phono Inputs × 2 (MM / MC with 1:20 step-up transformer)

• Line Inputs × 4 (CD-1, CD-2, Tuner, AUX)

• Tape Rec/Play Loops × 2

• Main Pre Outputs × 2 (RCA)

• Balanced Output (XLR)

• Input Impedance: 20 kΩ (line) / 47 kΩ (MM) / 40 Ω (MC)

• Output Impedance: 200 Ω

4. Phono Stage Specifications

• Input Sensitivity: MM 2.5 mV / MC 0.125 mV

• Maximum Input Level: MM 500 mV / MC 25 mV

• THD: 0.005 % (MM, 20 Hz–20 kHz) / 0.01 % (MC)

• S/N Ratio (A-weighted): MM 90 dB / MC 80 dB

• RIAA Equalization Accuracy: ± 0.2 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz)

5. Line Amplifier (Flat Amp)

• Input Sensitivity: 150 mV

• Rated Output: 2 V / 10 V max

• Frequency Response: 1 Hz – 100 kHz (+0/-3 dB)

• Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005 %

• S/N Ratio: 105 dB

6. Tone and Control Section

• Tone Control Range: Bass ±10 dB (100 Hz) / Treble ±10 dB (10 kHz)

• MC Impedance Selector (Low / High)

• Phase Inversion, Subsonic Filter, Mono/Stereo, Muting, Balance

• Output Selector A/B and Tone Defeat (Direct Mode)

7. Design and Construction

Heavy, non-resonant chassis with copper sub-frame, high-mass damping feet, and champagne-gold anodized aluminum front panel (RG Edition finish). All-discrete components, precision metal-film resistors, ELNA Silmic audio-grade capacitors, and hand-wired phono section ensure audiophile-level performance.

8. Power Transformer and Shielding

Low-leakage encapsulated toroidal transformer with full copper shielding and galvanic separation between phono, line, and control stages. Independent rectification paths minimize noise and crosstalk.

9. Physical Specifications

• Width: 476 mm

• Height: 144 mm

• Depth: 388 mm

• Net Weight: 16.5 kg

10. Finish and System Compatibility

Champagne Gold (Real Gain Edition).

Perfectly matched with Denon POA-3000, POA-S1, POA-6600A, and PMA-2000RG power amplifiers.

Fully compatible with 220-240 V European and Australian mains.

11. Production and Rarity

Manufactured in Japan (1989-1991) in limited numbers for export markets such as Germany, Switzerland, France, and the Middle East. The 220 V factory edition is significantly rarer than the domestic 100 V model and highly sought after by collectors for its unmatched neutrality and build quality.

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Note:

The 220 V factory version can be identified by its rear-panel label “AC 220 V 50/60 Hz” and “Export Edition RG” transformer badge. It operates safely and optimally on all European 230 V grids, delivering the same sonic precision as the Japanese 100 V model while offering +1.5 dB greater dynamic headroom.

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