EMM labs Prei
Stereo Pre-amplifier
Introducing the EMM Labs PREi Preamplifier
At EMM Labs, they have always understood that the analogue preamplifier is the heart of a true reference-grade music system.
Its job is simple—but critical: preserve musical truth with absolute purity.
For over two decades, this belief has pushed them to redefine what’s possible in high-end analogue design.
From the pioneering Meitner PA6i, to the multi-award-winning EMM Labs PRE2, to the flagship EMM Labs Pre, their team has continuously advanced the state of the art.
The new PREi represents the pinnacle of that evolution—their most refined and advanced preamplifier to date.
Uncompromising Circuit Design
- Engineered to deliver unmatched transparency and musical realism, the PREi is built around:
- Fully discrete, dual-balanced signal paths for absolute channel integrity
- Sophisticated contactless switching for silent, ultra-reliable operation
- Software-driven MVControl³ all-analog volume control, enabling precise, transparent level management
- Meitner Audio Architecture (MAA) circuits designed fully in-house
- Third-generation MXPower³ power system for exceptional stability, noise performance, and transient response
- Custom MCeraTek ceramic circuit boards for superior low-level detail preservation
- Proprietary equalisation and Class A amplification for effortless musicality
Crafted Without Compromise
Every element of the PREi is meticulously designed and manufactured in Canada, housed within a precision-machined aluminium chassis and operated through an intuitive touch-panel interface.
The result is a preamplifier of extraordinary clarity—one that simply disappears, leaving only the music.
Key Features
Fully discrete dual-balanced signal paths
Class A circuitry to drive loads without degradation
Precision software driven MVControl³ all analogue volume control
Aerospace-grade MCeraTek ceramic circuit boards
Machined aluminium infrared remote control
Large OLED display with customisable brightness
XZoom display feature
New intuitive control system featuring programmable input settings & three sets of volume preset per input
RS232 port for wired remote & multi-system control
CE compliant
Power Supply
Proprietary, in-house developed, MXPower³, high isolation resonant mode power supply for silent and eco friendly operation
Factory set to 85-260 Vac 50/60Hz
Maximum 40W consumption
Specifications EMMlabs Prei
System gain: +6db
S/N ratio: Better than 118 dB at 4V RMS output (not weighted, up to 200kHz bandwidth)
THD+N: Better than 0.01% at all frequencies within the audio-band
INPUTS & OUTPUTS
Six Stereo Analogue Inputs
Three Balanced (XLR), Three Single-ended (RCA)
Three Stereo Analogue Outputs
Two Balanced (XLR), One Single-ended (RCA)
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
Balanced XLR – 40kΩ, Single-Ended RCA – 20kΩ
Output impedance:
Balanced XLR – 150Ω, Single-Ended RCA – 75Ω
FINISH:
High grade aluminum silver with black insert
High grade aluminum all-black
Customisable metallic plated options available upon request – please contact ourselves for further information
Dimensions (WxDxH): 438 x 381 x 102mm
Weight: 17.6kg
