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Features...
Discrete circuitry used in the signal
path.
Polypropylene capacitors used in
all sonically critical positions.
High specification Relay switching
used throughout.
Elicit
In 1988 Rega conceived the Elicit. This was the first of two amplifiers to be launched &
manufactured by Rega in 1990.
Symmetrical power amplifier
utilizing state of the art Sanken
Darlington output transistors with
enhanced thermal stability.
We have utilized the knowledge base and experience gained since the conception of the
original Elicit to bring you, the listener, the astounding all new Elicit integrated amplifier.
Higher than normal Class A
quiescent current.
The new Elicit features a circuit entirely designed by Rega, refined by extensive listening and
computer based design procedures.
Galvanically isolated power
supplies for the pre amplifier, power
amplifier & digital circuits.
At Rega we are very proud of what we have achieved with the new Elicit amplifier, and hope
that you, the listener, will appreciate and enjoy the amplifiers contemporary design and
casework aesthetics.
Fast diodes used in the audio
power supplies.
Nine individual power supplies.
In common with all Rega products, the Elicit amplifier has been designed without
compromise. Our time, efforts & money have been spent on developing the circuit and
construction, utilizing the highest specification of components throughout.
High stability low noise voltage
references used throughout.
As part of the design we have included useful features to enable the Elicit amplifier to be used
Low noise servo controlled FET
in a wide combination of systems.
pre-amplifier with the minimum of
coupling capacitors.
Wolfson digitally controlled stepped
attenuator volume control.
Generous heat sinks for continuous
use.
Plug in card for MM & MC input and
future options.
The New Elicit Amplifier is a high performance audio amplifier using the Rega Alpha-Encoder
control system, comprising of a digitally controlled analog switched resistor network volume
control, with a class A discrete low noise FET line amplifier. The signal switching is routed by
high quality loss-less relays. High quality Evox and ICEL film capacitors have been used in
sonically critical signal path positions throughout.
The power amplifier is of a fully symmetrical design using advanced Sanken Darlington power
transistors. The power supply uses a generously rated toridal transformer assembled using
highest quality core material. Finally the Elicit is housed in the enhanced Rega custom-built
extruded aluminum case incorporating three high thermal efficiency heat sinks. Rega has kept
the same level of performance and synergy between stages as in the original Elicit amplifier
but with a better level of functionality in the volume control and user interface.
The Elicit is an 80-Watt integrated amplifier, which can be the heart of a traditional
two-channel system, or integrated into a multi channel system where no compromise
two-channel performance is required. The Elicit has a direct input feeding the power amplifier,
which for example, can be a signal from a multi channel processor etc; and a pre-amplifier
output, which enables the amplifier to be expanded to drive Bi-amplifier(s) or active or multiple
speaker systems, for example, subs bass etc. The gain of the power amplifier is 28dB for full
output, which makes it compatible with a wide variety of other power amplifiers. The amplifier
is fully short circuit and DC protected.
Volume control
The volume level is controlled via a microprocessor, which in turn takes its information from
the volume digital encoder on the front panel or remote control handset.
The volume control has a resolution of 1dB per step, giving a total range of 80 steps over the
available gain or volume range of 80dB.
There is a calibrated LED display comprising of 20 LED's, which indicates the gain level or
relative position of the volume control; this is calibrated in 4dB steps, across the total gain of
volume range. The left and right channels are matched and balanced within 0.2dB, ensuring a
centrally placed soundstage no matter what the volume position or which gain level has been
set.
The stepped resistive networks of the volume control are placed in the feedback and input
circuits of a low noise class A discrete FET line amplifier, thereby optimizing the gain of the
line amplifier for a good signal to noise ratio. Also, the stepped resistive network provides the
amplifier input with constant input impedance, providing the source component (CD, tuner,
tape etc) with a constant impedance load and eliminating the possible changes in sound
quality with different volume control positions.
Direct input for integration into multi
channel systems.
Military specification wire used for
speaker wiring.
Single PCB construction ensuring
short signal paths.
Large toroidal transformer.
Finishes available:
Silver satin metal finish
Black satin metal finish
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Elicit English Manual
Elicit French Manual
Manuals coming please be patient.
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