FS (UK/WW) Ayre KX-5eMP Stereo Preamplifier, Mint Condition

[cellistic]

Selling my beloved Ayre K-5xe MP Preamp (here) and P-5xe Phono (listed separately) to shrink down the footprint of my hi-fi.
230V Version (but assuming could be adjusted at the factory if you like).

Aside from having a beautiful and understated design, the K-5xe MP is a very high performing preamp, staying on the Stereophile Class A list from it's introduction through 2017 when it was superseded by the KX-R Twenty (at 5x the price).

In practice, it's dead quiet, functional, and a pleasure to listen to. This one is in unusually good cosmetic and working condition.
Includes a remote which also in good condition.

Ships with original box (which has a very clever suspension mechanism), manual, and remote.

Here is a review with added measurements:
https://www.stereophile.com/content/...e-preamplifier

Asking £2250 + shipping at cost. If you take it with the P-5xe Phono Pre, I'll do the set for £3500.

[hifinutt]

wow rob, thats beautiful !!! and the later version with a wave

The new version of the K-5xe can be distinguished from the previous version by the "wave" logo that appears on the front panels of Ayre's digital products, below the Ayre logo, though the "MP" now stands for "Maximum Performance" rather than "Minimum Phase."

https://www.stereophile.com/content/...e-preamplifier

[cellistic]

Thanks! They are beauties for sure, and was convinced I'd never sell them when I purchased. Space is at a premium these days though!
I've also corrected the typos

[cellistic]

This one is sold