Vintage GAS Thoebe Servo Loop // Solid-State Preamplifier

The GAS Thoebe is one of those pieces with an absolute cult following. And for good reason. The Theobe is hailed as one of the most versatile, yet neutral preamps you can get your hands on.

RESTORATIONS

• Full 30-point service check
• Cleaned controls, switches, and chassis

SPECS

Type   Solid state stereo preamplifier

Frequency Response   20-20kHz (Phono ±0.3db / Line ±0.1db )

THD   0.01% (@2V/600Ω)

SNR   84dB (phono, 10mV in, 20-20kHz)

Sensitivity   0.2mV

Dimensions   17"W x 5.25"H x 8"D

Weight   28 lbs.

LINER NOTES

The Thoebe preamplifier is an example of the GAS Company's desire to manufacture stereo components to fit every need Thoebe is, without question, a state-of-the-art performer, but at an affordable price. Thoebe shares the same circuit topology as Thaedra, incor­porating many of Thaedra's specifications and functions. Thoebe also has provisions for powering Goliath, GAS Company's moving-coil carttidge phono preamplifier, should moving coil cartridges be used.