Glasshouse TVC C-core Pre-amplifier - chassis only
Glasshouse is proud to launch the all-new C-Core TVC Passive Preamplifier. The design's centrepiece is the fabulous Glasshouse C-core auto-type volume control transformers, which take TVCs to the next level.
Made of black powder coat 2mm aluminium, the front panel is 10mm thick aluminium alloy black anodised with 2 x 40mm diameter black anodised knobs at the front controlling the selector and volume. The chassis is vent-free, offering a dust-free environment, which is important for all switch operations.
An important feature we have developed for this kit is the switch clamps, these can accommodate any of the switches we currently stock. The effectively can hold the switch firmly in place anywhere within the chassis in perfect line with the control knobs. Thus you can position the switches to allow for incredibly short wire lengths from the signal inputs to the selector switch and from the transformers to the volume switch. The shafts of the switches are linked to the front by using couplers and extension rods. We all know that voltage signals do not drive long lengths of wire well - this is a great solution.
We offer standard single-ended transformers that use RCA sockets for input and output. For the balanced source and amplifier user, we have balanced transformers that wire up to XLRs.
The chassis is large enough to allow for 6 RCA input pairs, 2 RCA output pairs and 1 RCA record pairs. 4 XLR input pairs, 2 XLR output pairs and 1 XLR record pair. The idea is you use the blanking plugs/caps to cover up the holes you are not utilising.
As a result of so many different options on this kit, we are selling the chassis and fixings as one product. You then have the option of which transformers , connectors, switches and wire, that you'd like to buy. Recommended items are listed below.
Dimensions (knobs & feet fitted): 130mm height x 320mm diameter x 235mm width
Included in the kit
- 1 x Chassis base
- 1 x Chassis lid
- 1 x Chassis front panel
- 2 x Knobs
- 2 x Switch clamps
- 4 x Rubber feet
- 8 x M3 x 8mm black pozi-drive screws
- 4 x M4 x 6mm pozi-drive screws
- 12 x M3 x 6mm countersunk screws
- 8 x M4 x 6mm pozi-drive screws
- 8 x M4 nuts
- 1 x Earth post
- 2 x Coupler & rod
PRICE (1 chassis)
£250.00 +vat +p&p
We now only sell the chassis, but the options below are available (purchased individually) for those wanting to build there own
Transformers
- 2 x Single Ended C-core TVC transformers (discontinued)
- 2 x Balanced C-core TVC transformers (discontinued
Switch Options
- 1 x Elma 2 pole 6 way selector switch (adjustable) (SE version only)
- 1 x Elma 2 pole 24 way switch (SE version only)
- 1 x Elma 4 pole 24 way switch (Balanced version only)
- 1 x Seiden 4 pole 6 way selector switch (adjustable) (both versions)
- 1 x Seiden 2 pole 23 way switch (SE version only)
- 1 x Seiden 4 pole 23 way switch (Balanced version only)
Wire & Solder Options
- 12 metres x 0.5mm diameter HGC pure silver wire - all wiring (SE version)
- 12 metres x Mundorf silver/gold wire, 0.5mm dia, SGW105 - all wiring (SE version)
- 5 metres x Mundorf 3.8% silver/gold solder
Connector & + Cover Options - quantities: variable, max 9 RCA pairs and 7 XLR pairs
The chassis is drilled for a 10mm diameter the sockets above will fit. If you want to use any other RCA sockets as sold by HiFi Collective, let us know and we will open up the holes for you.