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Description Freakuence!<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Enjoy! Tubelovers. Wonderfully smooth with a warm and natural tone. Equipped with the powerful KT88 tube. Put out fireplace fire, let Cayin glow. <\/span><\/div>\n
Retail price: 3397.00<\/span><\/div>\n
Details<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The amplifier is a few months old. One small bite, see photo. <\/span><\/div>\n
General description<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The Cayin CS-88A is an integrated tube amplifier that combines craftsmanship and versatility. With handcrafted construction and point-to-point cabling, this amplifier provides a solid foundation for high-quality sound reproduction. <\/p>\n

The preamp section uses two 6SL7 and two 6SN7 tubes, while the power amp uses four KT88 or 6550EH tubes in an AB1 push-pull configuration. The CS-88A offers the ability to switch between triode and ultralinear mode, allowing you to adjust the sound to your personal preference. <\/p>\n

For vinyl lovers, there is an integrated MM phono input, making it easy to connect a record player. In addition, the amplifier features two line inputs for other analog sources and a pre-in input, so you can also use the CS-88A as a power amplifier. <\/p>\n

The external bias meter on the top of the amp makes it easy to check and adjust bias settings, helping to extend tube life. The external tube selector switch on the rear panel allows you to easily switch between EL34 and KT88 tubes, depending on your preference. <\/p>\n

The CS-88A is equipped with a remote control and an approximately 30-second soft-start function. The amplifier remembers the last settings after turning off, so you can immediately continue listening where you left off. <\/p>\n

With a high-quality Japanese ALPS motor potentiometer and thick silver-plated signal cables, the CS-88A is designed with attention to detail. The easy-to-install tube cover provides additional protection and safety. <\/span><\/div>\n

Background information<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The Cayin CS-88A is a hand-wired tube amplifier designed according to point-to-point wiring principles, with great attention to channel separation and signal purity. The amplifier uses high-quality components such as Alps potentiometers, Rubicon and Nichicon capacitors and amplification tubes from Tung-Sol and EH, among others. The cabinet is made of steel with a high-gloss painted aluminum faceplate, carefully assembled by experienced engineers in Zhuhai, China. The signal paths and power supply are separated for optimum performance. <\/span><\/div>\n
Brand history<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
Cayin was founded in 1993 and is based in Zhuhai, China. The company manufactures audio equipment, including tube amplifiers, CD players and digital audio players. Cayin has a manufacturing facility where both design and manufacturing take place. In 2003, the company introduced the Spark series, aimed at the international market. Cayin has distributed its products worldwide through a network of dealers and distributors. The company has participated in international audio exhibitions and has received several awards for its products over the years. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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