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STASIS-R 3.0 Stereo Control Preamplifier

The STASIS-R 3.0 Stereo Control Preamplifier is Threshold's latest application of the technology first employed in Threshold's flagship design, the STASIS-R 5.0. Like its more costly parent, the 3.0 is a classic example of the fine craftsmanship that has been the Threshold hallmark for 30 years. Striking a delicate balance between art and technology, the 3.0 is a stunning performer both in the lab, where it displays unsurpassed precision, and in the listening room, where it shows off its unparalleled transparency, detail, and depth of image.
The STASIS-R Series technology is the culmination of Threshold's years of research and development -- and is arguably a benchmark against which other preamplifiers, regardless of price or technology, must now be compared

Ergonomically, the unit is a pleasure to use. Volume, balance, source selection, mute and programming can be controlled with either the simple front-panel controls or with the supplied hand-held remote control. The source selected and volume level are displayed continuously on an attractive, easy-to-read LCD blue-white screen that switches to display other functions when needed. This display, together with the rotary digitally-controlled analog volume control, allows levels to be adjusted in 0.5 dB increments for precise, repeatable settings.

The Threshold STASIS-R 3.0 is an exceptional product in technical terms, designed as a tool to meet the needs of the most demanding audio professionals, but it is also one with a truly remarkable ability to stir the heart of even the most jaded audio purist.

STASIS-R 3.0 Features

-Fully balanced from input to output providing extremely high common-mode rejection and  cancellation of most distortion artifacts
- All-discrete direct-coupled solid state gainblocks
- Fully complementary circuitry
- Short direct signal paths
- Rotary volume control, 80 dB range in 0.5 dB increments
- Easy-to-read LCD matrix display (blue/white, 2-line, 16 character)
- Universal infrared remote control or custom Threshold infrared remote control (optional)
- Oversize toroidal power transformer
- Separate power supply sections for left and right channels
- Separate independent power supply for digital control circuitry
-Premium components such as military-grade precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors,  military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards
- Gold-plated RCA jacks ensure optimum signal transfer and extended life
- Neutrik XLR connectors
-Trigger output (12V) for on/off control of ancillary equipment (e.g. power amplifier, active   subwoofer, etc.)
- Bypass mode for integration into Home Theater system
- RS-232C port for software updates and future features
-Threshold Data Link (T-LINK) port for control and communication with other Threshold   equipment
- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- High reliability
- Unsurpassed precision and sonic excellence
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Inputs: 1 balanced (XLR) and 5 unbalanced (RCA) stereo pairs
- Line outputs: balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) stereo pairs
- Record outputs: unbalanced (RCA) stereo pair
- Rack-mountable design (optional rack-mount accessories required)
- Attractive polished silver-anodized aluminum front panel

3.0 Specifications

- Frequency Response: DC-100kHz; +/- 0.5dB 20Hz-20kHz
- Distortion: 0.02% at 1kHz, 2Vrms Output
- Gain: 12 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 100dB (Ref. 1V input, maximum  gain, 20kHz bandwidth)
- Input Impedance: 20k Ohm balanced, 10k Ohm unbalanced
- Input Sensitivity: 1.12V RMS
- Output Impedance: less than 100 Ohms
- Output level: maximum 16Vrms balanced, 8Vrms unbalanced
- Trigger output: 12V for on/off control of ancilary equipment

Dimensions & Weight

- 17.1'' W x 13.5'' D x 3.5'' H (3.75'' H including rubber feet)
- 43.5 cm W x 34.3 cm D x 8.9 cm H (9.6 cm H including rubber feet)
- Shipping weight: 16 lbs., 8 kg
- Net weight: 12 lbs., 6 kg

STASIS-R 5.0 Stereo Control Preamplifier

The STASIS-R 5.0 Stereo Control Preamplifier is a classic example of the fine craftsmanship that has been the Threshold hallmark for 30 years. But it's also Threshold's latest and most eloquent statement-on-the-art of preamplifier design. Striking a delicate balance between art and technology, the 5.0 is a stunning performer both in the lab, where it displays unsurpassed precision, and in the listening room, where it shows off its unparalleled transparency, detail, and depth of image.
The STASIS-R 5.0 is the culmination of Threshold's years of research and development. A truly balanced, fully remote controlled preamplifier, with gain stages based on the highly acclaimed T2, the 5.0 is arguably a benchmark against which other preamplifiers, regardless of price or technology, must now be compared.

Ergonomically, the STASIS-R 5.0 is a pleasure to use. Volume, balance, source selection, mute and programming can be managed with either the front-panel controls or with the hand-held remote. The selected source and the volume level are displayed on an attractive, easy-to-read LCD blue-white screen that switches to display other functions when needed. The rotary digitally-controlled analog volume control allows levels to be adjusted in 0.1 dB increments for precise, repeatable settings.

The 5.0 is an exceptional product in technical terms, designed as a tool to meet the needs of the most demanding audio professional, but it is also, like the well-regarded historic Threshold preamps, one that possesses the magical ability to stir the heart of even the most jaded audiophile.

STASIS-R 5.0 Features

- Fully balanced from input to output providing extremely high common-mode rejection and cancellation of most distortion artifacts
- Fully complementary circuitry
- Low-noise direct-coupled fully discrete solid state design
- Short direct signal paths
- Rotary volume control, 80 dB range in 0.1 dB increments
- Easy-to-read LCD matrix display (blue/white, 2-line, 16 character)
- Universal infrared remote control or custom Threshold infrared remote control (optional)
- Separate power supply sections for left and right channels
- Separate independent power supply for digital control circuitry
- Oversize toroidal power transformer
- Trigger output (12v) for on/off control of ancillary equipment (e.g. power amplifier, active subwoofer, etc.)
- Output impedance of less than 100 Ohms
- RS-232C port for software updates and future features
- Two Threshold Data Link (T-LINK) ports for control and communication with other Threshold equipment
- Premium components such as military-grade precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards

- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- High reliability
- Unsurpassed precision and sonic excellence
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Inputs: 2 balanced (XLR) and 4 unbalanced (RCA) stereo pairs
- Line outputs: balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) stereo pairs
- Record outputs: unbalanced (RCA) stereo pair
- Rack-mountable design (optional rack-mount accessories required)
- Attractive polished silver-anodized aluminum front panel

5.0 Specifications

- Frequency Response: DC-100kHz; +/- 0.5dB 20Hz-20kHz
- Distortion: 0.02% at 1kHz
- Gain: 12 dB
-Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Greater than 100dB (Ref. 1V input, maximum gain, 20kHz bandwidth)
- Input Impedance: 20k Ohm balanced, 10k Ohm unbalanced
- Input Sensitivity: 1.12V RMS
- Output Impedance: less than 100 Ohms
- Output level: maximum 16Vrms balanced, 8Vrms unbalanced
- Trigger output: 12V for on/off control of ancilary equipment

Dimensions & Weight

- 17.1'' W x 13.5'' D x 3.5'' H (3.75'' H including rubber feet)
- 43.5 cm W x 34.3 cm D x 8.9 cm H (9.6 cm H including rubber feet)
- Shipping weight: 20 lbs., 9 kg
- Net weight: 14 lbs., 7 kg

S/5000e Stereo Power Amplifier

The S/5000e represents a return to one of Threshold’s most well-regarded traditional values: prodigious power at an affordable price.
The S/5000e is the heir to Threshold’s legacy of high-current designs that effortlessly command and control demanding loudspeaker loads, delivering the power needed for full revelation of dynamic contrasts and bass extension.But power is only part of the S/5000e story. The amplifier employs minimal feedback, attesting to its inherent stability and excellent open-loop performance, and is direct coupled input to output, with no capacitors in the signal path. Like all Threshold amplifiers, it utilizes close-tolerance metal film resistors, and matched JFETs. The result is superb open and airy resolution of low-level detail — the subtle shadings that differentiate musical performances. The ability of the S/5000e to reproduce transient attack, and to explicate complex musical passages, confirms its heritage — flowing not only from the famous Threshold designs of the past, but from today’s remarkable flagship power amplifier, the STASIS 8.0. The highly affordable S/5000e brings Threshold’s acclaimed designs within easy reach it’s state-of-the-art that takes into account the state of your budget.

S/5000e Features

- High-current output stage easily drives low-impedance reactive loudspeaker loads
- Low-noise solid state design
- All-discrete components
- Accurate, detailed reproduction
- No transistor glare
- Direct coupled input to output for tight extended bass
- High-speed design resolves complex musical passages
- Balanced inputs provide high common-mode rejection for lower noise
- Premium components such as military-spec precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards, massive custom toroidal power transformer
- Isolated power reserves for voltage and current gain stages
- Gold-plated RCA jacks
- Swiss-made XLR connectors
- Cardas gold-plated binding posts
- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- Intelligent 12V DC Trigger for remote startup
- High reliability
- Soft-start turn-on
- Modular construction
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Rack-mountable design
- Attractive polished silver anodized aluminum front panel complements the Threshold- STASIS-R Stereo Control Preamplifiers

S/5000e Specifications

- Nominal Power Output (20Hz–20kHz)
- 250 Watts per channel at 8 Ohms
- 400 Watts per channel at 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: DC- 50kHz
- Distortion: 0.05% at 1kHz, at rated output power
- Voltage Gain: 28 dB
- Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
- Input Sensitivity: 1.80V RMS for full power output
- Power requirements: 115-120VAC; 60Hz

Dimensions and Weight

- 19'' W x 7'' H x 10.75'' D
- 48.25 cm W x 17.8 cm H x 27.3 cm D
- Shipping Weight: 44 lbs., 17 kg
- Net Weight: 38 lbs., 20 kg

STASIS 7.0 Stereo Power Amplifier

The STASIS 7.0 is a compact version of our more powerful STASIS 8.0, yet it sacrifices nothing when it comes to revelation of nuance and inner detail. While its outer appearance may suggest an obsession with solidity and power, the 7.0 shows its true sonic character in the listening room, where it is a sweet and detailed reproducer of music.
This is not to overlook the 7.0’s capabilities in the areas of bass extension, quickness, and slam; its credentials in these areas are formidable, and immediately apparent. Still, the most noteworthy aspect of the 7.0’s performance is its gentle and honest reproduction of musical subtleties. In this respect, it is arguably the best stereo amplifier of its power rating that Threshold has ever produced.

In fact, its ability to reproduce transient attack and to resolve complex musical passages surpasses that of even our acclaimed T-series and e-line. The STASIS 7.0 delivers high current, employs minimal feedback, and uses an updated version of the front-end of the famous T200 along with the latest incarnation of our classic STASIS output topology. As with all STASIS products the amplifier is direct coupled input to output, with no capacitors in the signal path, utilizes close tolerance metal film resistors and matched JFETs, and employs a substantial power supply built around a massive custom toroidal power transformer, with separate power reserves for voltage and current gain stages.

High current capability, the importance of which is often left undiscussed, is something the STASIS 7.0 truly delivers in real-world terms. Able to provide staggering amounts of continuous current, the 7.0 can drive the most demanding loudspeaker loads, without strain or stress. In this regard, not surprisingly, it is the heir to Threshold’s legacy of high current, no-holds-barred performance. The carefully balanced integration of the best elements of classic Threshold products, together with-the-fruits of constant investigation and innovation specifically for this new generation of STASIS amplifiers, means that it is no longer necessary to choose between power for dynamic contrasts and resolution of fine inner detail. Dynamic range and subtle shadings are rendered with an unmistakable sense of truth and fidelity to the source that is truly remarkable. The STASIS 7.0 has raised Threshold’s acclaimed design philosophy to an unprecedented level—and that itself is a statement-on-the-art

STASIS 7.0 Features

-High-current STASIS design easily drives low-impedance reactive  loads
- Fully complementary circuitry
- Low-noise solid state design
- All-discrete components
- Sweet, detailed reproduction
- No transistor glare
- Direct coupled input to output for tight extended bass, solid   bottom-end slam
- High-speed design resolves complex musical passages
- Balanced inputs provide high common-mode rejection for lower   noise
- Premium components such as military-spec precision resistors,   computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit   boards
- Gold-plated RCA and XLR connectors ensure optimum signal   transfer and extended life
- Cardas gold-plated binding posts

- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- High reliability
- Unsurpassed precision and sound quality
- Custom toroidal power transformer
- Separate power reserves for voltage and current gain stages
- Modular construction
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Rack-mountable design
- Attractive polished silver anodized aluminum front panel

7.0 Specifications

- Nominal Power Output (20Hz–20kHz)
- 100 Watts per channel at 8 Ohms
- 200 Watts per channel at 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: DC- 50kHz
- Distortion: 0.02% at 1kHz, at rated output power
- Voltage Gain: 28 dB
- Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
- Input Sensitivity: 1.12V RMS for full power output
- Output Impedance: less than 0.05 ohm from 20Hz–20kHz
- Damping Factor: greater than 160 for 8 ohm load, 20Hz–20kHz,   at 1 Watt

Dimensions and Weight

- 19'' W x 9.3'' H x 15.8'' D
- 48.25 cm W x 23.6 cm H x 40.2 cm D
- Shipping Weight: 74 lbs., 33 kg
- Net Weight: 64 lbs., 29 kg

STASIS 8.0 Stereo Power Amplifier

The STASIS 8.0 stereo power amplifier represents the consummate balance of brute force and nuanced control. To some, its appearance may suggest an obsession with solidity and power. Its credentials in these areas are formidable - and readily apparent on first listen.
High current capability, the importance of which in providing bass extension and tight control of the loudspeaker is often glossed over, is a quality that STASIS amplifiers deliver in real-world terms. The STASIS 8.0, for example, is able to provide staggering amounts of continuous current, enabling the 8.0 to drive the most demanding and power-hungry loudspeaker loads, without strain or stress. In this regard, not surprisingly, it is the heir to Threshold's legacy of high current, no-holds-barred performance. and is arguably Threshold's best stereo power amplifier ever.

But the truth is that high current is only part of the story. The most noteworthy aspect of a STASIS amplifier's performance is its sweet, gentle, and honest reproduction of musical subtleties. In this respect, its ability to reproduce transient attack and to resolve complex musical passages surpasses that of even our acclaimed T-series and e-line. The STASIS 8.0 delivers high current, employs minimal feedback, and uses an updated version of the front-end of the famous T200 along with the latest incarnation of our classic STASIS output topology. As with all STASIS products the amplifier is direct coupled input to output, with no capacitors in the signal path, utilizes close tolerance metal film resistors and matched JFETs, and employs a substantial power supply built around a massive custom toroidal power transformer, with separate power reserves for voltage and current gain stages.

The carefully balanced integration of the best elements of classic Threshold products, together with-the fruits of constant investigation and innovation specifically for this new generation of STASIS amplifiers, means that it is no longer necessary to choose between power for dynamic contrasts and resolution of fine inner detail. Dynamic range and subtle shadings are rendered with an unmistakable sense of truth and fidelity to the source that is indeed remarkable. The STASIS 8.0 has raised Threshold's acclaimed design philosophy to an unprecedented level, and makes a powerful statement-on-the-art of music reproduction.

STASIS 8.0 Features

- High-current STASIS design easily drives low-impedance reactive loads
- Fully complementary circuitry
- Low-noise solid state design
- All-discrete components
- Sweet, detailed reproduction
- No transistor glare
- Direct coupled input to output for tight extended bass, solid bottom-end slam
- High-speed design resolves complex musical passages
- Balanced inputs provide high common-mode rejection for lower noise
- Premium components such as military-spec precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards
- Gold-plated RCA and XLR connectors ensure optimum signal transfer and extended life
- Cardas gold-plated binding posts

- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- High reliability
- Unsurpassed precision and sound quality
- Custom toroidal power transformer
- Separate power reserves for voltage and current gain stages
- Modular construction
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Rack-mountable design
- Attractive polished silver anodized aluminum front panel

8.0 Specifications

- Nominal Power Output (20Hz–20kHz)
- 200 Watts per channel at 8 Ohms
- 400 Watts per channel at 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: DC- 50kHz
- Distortion: 0.02% at 1kHz, at rated output power
- Voltage Gain: 28 dB
- Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
- Input Sensitivity: 1.58V RMS for full power output
- Output Impedance: less than 0.05 ohm from 20Hz–20kHz
- Damping Factor: greater than 160 for 8 ohm load, 20Hz–20kHz, at 1 Watt

Dimensions and Weight

- 19'' W x 9.3'' H x 19.8'' D
- 48.25 cm W x 23.6 cm H x 50.3 cm D
- Shipping Weight: 98 lbs., 45 kg
- Net Weight: 88 lbs., 40 kg

S/7000e MonoBlock Power Amplifier

The S/7000e combines one of Threshold's most well-regarded traditional values--prodigious power at an affordable price--with the features required for Home Theater.
The S/7000e is the heir to Threshold’s legacy of high-current designs that effortlessly command and control demanding loudspeaker loads. But power is only part of the story. As one would expect from its audiophile pedigree, the S/7000e employs minimal feedback and is direct coupled input to output. The result is superb resolution of both musical scores and cinematic sonic effects.

The ability of the S/7000e to explicate complex soundscapes confirms its heritage--flowing not only from the famous Threshold designs of the past, but from today’s remarkable flagship power amplifier, the STASIS 8.0. Although ideally a single S/7000e will be used for each channel, the most typical 5.1 combination uses three S/7000e amplifiers for Left, Center, & Right with one two-channel S/5000e covering the rear channels. Both amps are equipped with 12Volt triggers so that they may be controlled from the processor. This "intelligent" trigger system also allows them, when used in a multi-channel setup, to turn on and off in stepped sequence.

The S/7000e now makes Threshold the highly affordable state-of-the-art choice for both music and cinema.

S/7000e Features

- High-current output stage
- Easily drives low-impedance reactive loudspeaker loads
- Low-noise solid state design
- All-discrete components
- Accurate, detailed reproduction
- Minimal feedback
- No transistor glare
- Direct coupled input to output for tight, extended bass
- High-speed design resolves complex musical passages
- Balanced input for high common-mode rejection
- Premium components such as military-spec precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards, massive custom toroidal power transformer
Isolated power reserves for voltage and current gain stages

- Gold-plated RCA jack
- Swiss-made XLR connector
- Cardas gold-plated binding posts
- Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
- Intelligent 12V DC Trigger for remote startup
- High reliability
- Soft-start turn-on
- Modular construction
- Hand assembled in the USA
- Rack-mountable design
- Attractive polished silver anodized aluminum front panel complements the Threshold STASIS-R Stereo Control Preamplifiers

S/7000e Specifications

- Nominal Power Output (20Hz–20kHz)
- 600 Watts at 8 Ohms
- 1000 Watts at 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: DC- 50kHz
- Distortion: 0.05% at 1kHz, at rated output power
- Voltage Gain: 28 dB
- Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
- Input Sensitivity: 1.80V RMS for full power output

Dimensions and Weight

- 19'' W x 7'' H x 10.75'' D
- 48.25 cm W x 17.8 cm H x 27.3 cm D
- Shipping Weight: 44 lbs., 17 kg
- Net Weight: 38 lbs., 20 kg

S/3700e Multi-Channel Power Amplifier

The S/3700e is the first multi-channel home theater amplifier to carry the Threshold brand in the company's 30-year history. Nonetheless, the S/3700e is heir to Threshold's legacy of high-current designs that effortlessly command and control demanding loudspeaker loads, delivering the power needed for full revelation of dynamic contrasts and bass extension.
But power is only part of the S/3700e story. The amplifier employs minimal feedback, and is direct coupled input to output, with no capacitors in the signal path. Like all Threshold amplifiers, it utilizes close-tolerance metal film resistors, and matched JFETs. The result is superb open and airy resolution of low-level detail -- the subtle shadings that differentiate musical performances

Although the S/3700e ships as standard with five channels, its modular construction enables it to be expanded at any time to six or seven channels.

The highly affordable S/3700e brings Threshold's acclaimed designs within easy reach of the film lover who refuses to give up audiophile performance to gain home theater realism.

-High-current output stage easily drives low-impedance reactive loudspeaker loads
-Standard with 5 channels, expandable up to 6 or 7 channels
-Add channels at any time
-Low-noise solid state design
-All-discrete components
-Accurate, detailed reproduction
-No transistor glare
-Direct coupled input to output for tight extended bass
-High-speed design resolves complex musical passages
-Balanced inputs provide high common-mode rejection for lower noise
-Premium components such as military-spec precision resistors, computer-grade capacitors, military-grade glass-epoxy circuit boards, massive toroidal power transformer
Isolated power reserves for voltage and current gain stages

-Gold-plated RCA jacks
-Swiss-made XLR connectors
-Cardas gold-plated binding posts
-Traditional Threshold rugged chassis construction
-Intelligent 12V DC Trigger for remote startup
-High reliability
-Soft-start turn-on
-Modular construction
-Hand assembled in the USA
-Rack-mountable design
-Attractive polished silver anodized aluminum front panel

S/3700e Specifications

-Nominal Power Output (20Hz–20kHz; three channels driven)
-Greater than 120 Watts per channel at 8 Ohms
-Greater than 200 Watts per channel at 4 Ohms
-Frequency Response: DC- 50kHz
-Distortion: 0.05% at 1kHz, at rated output power
-Voltage Gain: 28 dB
-Input Impedance: 22k ohm (RCA), 600 ohm (XLR)
-Input Sensitivity: 1.25V RMS for full power output

Dimensions and Weight

-19'' W x 7'' H x 21.5'' D
-48.3 cm W x 17.8 cm H x 54.7 cm D
-Shipping Weight (5 channel): 69 lbs., 32 kg
-Net Weight (5 channel): 64 lbs., 29 kg

Dragon V - Multichannel Integrated Control Amplifier

-High-current output stage
-100 Watts x 5, 120 Watts x 2 - configurable 2, 3, 5 channels
-The perfect companion for today's SACD/DVD players w/ built-in decoding
-More information coming soon!