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  • LDR3000T Tube Preamp - front view

    LDR3000T.V25 High Performance Tube Preamp

    $2,995.00
    The LDR3000T.V25 is no longer being produced and has been replaced by the LDR3000x.V3 High Performance Preamp which is available with an updated yet similar tube configuration at a comparable price.
    • Remote controlled tube preamp with 3 XLR & 3 RCA inputs
    • 100 step LDR attenuator
    • Zero/low gain triode input/gain stage
    • Class A solid state JEFT output stage/buffer
    • Hi resolution OLED visual display

    If you’re looking for high performance preamp we don’t believe you’ll find many preamps that sound better than the LDR3000T. Don’t take our word for it. Go ahead, buy one, and  you’ll have 30 days to try it at home in your own system. If you’re not happy with the LDR3000T you can return it within 30 days for a 100% refund less your cost for return shipping.

  • dual usb port - xlr

    Dual XLR USB Port

    $30.00

    The dual USB port is ideal for building a DIY balanced preamp with a pair of Tortuga Audio’s V25 Preamp Controller. The dual USB port uses a single XLR-A panel cutout to provide separate USB connections to each of the V25 boards for firmware updates. Connection between the dual USB port and each V25 board is via a 12-inch 5-pin cable. Two (2) such cables are included with the port module.

  • LDRxB.V25 Balanced Passive Preamp - Rear Panel

    LDRxB.V25 Balanced Passive Preamp

    $2,695.00

    Note: This preamp model is no longer available and has been replaced by the LDR3000P.V25 High Performance Passive Preamp

    The LDRxB.V25 is a high performance balanced passive preamp that combines Tortuga Audio’s advanced LDR (light dependent resistor) attenuation technology with elegant contemporary styling designed to satisfy the most demanding audio enthusiast. The LDRxB accommodates up to 3 balanced XLR inputs and a single unbalanced RCA input. Dual (parallel) balanced XLR outputs are provided along with  a single RCA output.

    The LDRxB.V25 delivers clear, articulate and honest sound with a dead quiet background together with satisfying dynamics and surprisingly powerful bass.

    If you haven’t experienced a high performance balanced passive preamp, find out what your’re missing with Tortuga Audio’s LDRxB.V25

  • ldr3.V25 passive preamp - black anodized front - side view

    LDR300.V25 Buffered Preamp

    $1,495.00

    The solid state LDR300.V25 has been discontinued as part of our renewed strategic focus on our passive preamps and related tube based buffers

    The LDR300.V25 Buffered Preamp is a remote controlled, singled-ended, solid state active preamplifier that combines Tortuga Audio’s popular LDR (photoresistor) attenuation technology together with a robust JFET current amplifier (output buffer) to deliver high performance audio that will appeal to the discriminating audio enthusiast.

    The LDR300 is a unity gain preamp without the gain stage (amplification) that typically colors, clouds and adds noise to the signal path of most active preamps. The LDR300 embodies the “less is more” design philosophy.

    Enthusiasts who value a dead quiet preamp with a deep dark background between the notes, exceptional transparency, and pleasing dynamics, will find the LDR300 to be a very satisfying preamp rivaling many high end peamps at a fraction of the cost. And it comes with a simple remote control and graphic display feedback so you can relax and enjoy your music in comfort from your favorite listening spot.

    Comes equipped with a remote, external power supply,  3 inputs and 2 (parallel) outputs using high quality silver/rhodium plating over solid brass Cardas jacks.

  • OLED display assembly front view with cabling and encoder

    OLED display assembly

    $175.00

    The OLED display assembly is a high contrast 256 x 64 pixel white-on-black graphic OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display for use with Tortuga Audio’s V25, V3 and V4 series preamp attenuator/controllers and related Tortuga Audio preamps.

    The OLED display assembly provides an easy and intuitive user control experience through an interactive menu driven control interface designed around  the 7-button Apple remote.

    The display assembly includes a custom adapter board with installed infrared (IR) receiver module and a header for connecting an encoder module. All cabling is included. The unit is fully tested and ready to go and requires no assembly per se.

    Please note however that mounting hardware is not included and is entirely up the buyer.

  • tortuga audio firmware update service

    Warranty & repair services

    $75.00

    Hourly technical services related to warranty, repair or special projects.

  • LDR3.V25K passive preamp kit - front/side view

    LDR1B.V25K Balanced Passive Preamp Kit

    $1,095.00
    Please note that this kit has been discontinued. 

    The LDR1.V25K is a complete balanced passive preamp kit built around our most advanced LDR.V25 Preamp Controller board. When completed, the V25K kit will have a sonic performance the matches many high-end audiophile preamps at a fraction of the cost.

    The kit can now be ordered either with a single input & dual outputs or with dual inputs & a single output.

    This kit is sonically identical to our LDR1.V25 Balanced Passive Preamp with the only differences being the front panel material and the hookup wire in the base kit model (can be upgraded at additional cost).

    All circuit boards are provided fully built and tested. No soldering of components to circuit boards required. 

    The kit includes all the parts needed to assemble a complete audiophile grade passive preamp including enclosure, front/rear panels, graphic OLED display, XLR jacks, power supply, manual encoder/knob, remote, wire etc. We provide detailed online information and assembly instructions that even first time DIY builders should have little trouble following.

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  • ldr3.V25 passive preamp - black anodized front - side view

    LDR1B.V25 Balanced Passive Preamp

    $1,895.00

    Note: This preamp model is no longer available and has been replaced by the LDR3000P.V25 High Performance Passive Preamp.

    The LDR1B.V25 Balanced Passive Preamplifier is a remote controlled balanced audiophile grade passive preamp (attenuator). The LDR1B provides true balanced attenuation with independent attenuation of both phases in each stereo channel. Also, being a true passive preamp, the LDR1B is a unity gain preamp with no amplification or buffering.

    The kit can now be ordered either with a single input & dual outputs or with dual inputs & a single output. 

    The LDR1B.V25 is an updated version of our popular LDR1B.V2 model and its design closely parallels our single-ended LDR3.V25. The updated LDR1B incorporates our new and improved V25 preamp controller that uses LDRs (Light Dependent photoResistors) for exceptional audio performance.

    Enthusiasts who value a dead quiet preamp with a deep dark background between the notes, exceptional transparency, and pleasing dynamics, will find the LDR1B.V25 to be a very satisfying preamp rivaling many high end peamps at a fraction of the cost. And it comes with a simple remote control so you can relax and enjoy your music in comfort from your favorite listening spot.

    The LDR1B.V25 comes in black or silver anodized front panel and uses high quality Neutrik XLR jacks with Neotech OCC solid copper point-to-point hookup wire.

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  • ldr3.V25 passive preamp - black anodized front - side view

    LDR3.V25 High Performance Passive Preamp

    $1,195.00
    Please note that the LDR3.V25 has been discontinued and has been replaced by the LDR300x.V3 which comes in both passive and active version.

    The LDR3.V25 Passive Preamplifier is a remote controlled singled-ended audiophile grade passive preamp (input selector & attenuator) with 3 RCA inputs and 2 parallel RCA outputs. Being a true passive preamp it is unity gain with no amplification or buffering.

    The LDR3.V25 is an updated version of our popular LDR3.V2 model which The Absolute Sound awarded its Golden Ear Award in 2016. The updated LDR3 incorporates our new and improved V25 preamp controller that uses LDRs (Light Dependent photoResistors) for exceptional audio performance.

    Enthusiasts who value a dead quiet preamp with a deep dark background between the notes, exceptional transparency, and pleasing dynamics, will find the LDR3.V25 to be a very satisfying preamp rivaling many high end peamps at a fraction of the cost. And it comes with a simple remote control so you can relax and enjoy your music in comfort from your favorite listening spot.

    The LDR3.V25 comes in a black or silver anodized front panel and include Cardas RCA jacks with silver/rhodium plating over solid brass and Neotech OCC solid copper point-to-point hookup wire.

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  • tortuga audio firmware update service

    Preamp upgrade service

    $559.00$758.00

    Upgrade your existing Tortuga Audio model with our latest ePotPi.V4 stepped attenuator & preamp controller and, if not already present, a new OLED display, and take your preamp to the next level of high-end performance and ease of use. The price includes all hardware and labor to perform the upgrade including complete testing prior to shipping your unit back.

    Return shipping is included for US domestic customers however we do charge our standard flat shipping fee for international orders.

    If you don’t find your Tortuga Audio preamp model listed below then we currently do not have an upgrade solution ready for your model. Please contact us directly to discuss if you have any questions regarding the eligibility of your preamp for an upgrade. 

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