{"product_id":"gryphon-commander-preamplifier","title":"Gryphon Commander Preamplifier","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ultimate Statement in Two-Channel Control | Available at Trimira Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGryphon Commander Preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e is a flagship two-chassis reference line stage designed for uncompromising high-end two-channel systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to partner with Gryphon's most ambitious power amplifiers, including the \u003cstrong\u003eApex\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMephisto\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Commander separates its sensitive analogue gain circuitry from its substantial power supply. Its fully discrete \u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A dual-mono\u003c\/strong\u003e architecture, zero global negative feedback, precision relay-controlled volume system, and exceptionally wide bandwidth are designed to provide an extremely transparent signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eTrimira Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend the Commander for reference systems where maximum source transparency, channel separation, low noise, and precise volume control are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Technological Innovations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Chassis Mechanical Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Commander separates the \u003cstrong\u003epreamplifier\/audio chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e from its dedicated external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis physical separation is designed to minimise the influence of transformer fields, power-supply circuitry, and mechanical vibration on the sensitive analogue gain stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe external PSU incorporates \u003cstrong\u003efour custom-wound toroidal transformers\u003c\/strong\u003e within its dual-mono power architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Class A Dual-Mono Gain Stages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Commander uses independent, fully discrete Class A gain stages for the left and right channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis architecture is designed to maximise channel separation and preserve independent dynamic behaviour between the two channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZero Global Negative Feedback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line stage operates without global negative feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts specified \u003cstrong\u003e0.1 Hz–1.5 MHz (-3 dB)\u003c\/strong\u003e bandwidth provides an exceptionally wide operating range, with substantial frequency-response margin beyond the audible spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e85-Step Charcroft Volume Attenuator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume control is handled through an \u003cstrong\u003e85-step relay-controlled attenuator\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporating precision \u003cstrong\u003eCharcroft Z-Foil resistors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microprocessor-controlled system provides accurate channel tracking while maintaining a highly controlled analogue signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Low-Noise Voltage References\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Commander incorporates ultra-low-noise voltage-reference circuitry designed to reduce noise within the preamplifier's control and gain architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contributes to the system's extremely low-noise operating environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.3-Inch TFT Capacitive Touchscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e4.3-inch glass capacitive touchscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the primary visual interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe display is designed to provide clear access to system settings and controls while automatically adapting its presentation for comfortable viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Bias Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Commander incorporates Gryphon's \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Bias Link\u003c\/strong\u003e functionality, allowing compatible Gryphon power amplifiers to be controlled directly from the preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides convenient management of Class A amplifier operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group 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