Quad 33
Thoughtfully Designed. Delightful to Use.
Every listening session begins at the preamplifier. It’s where you select the source, adjust the volume, and make the small refinements that bring a system into focus.
Inspired by Peter Walker’s original design and completely re-engineered for modern systems, the Quad 33 was designed to make every one of those interactions feel considered.
It combines refined analog performance with controls that feel intuitive, satisfying and genuinely useful. The 33 is the kind of component that earns its place by becoming one of the most enjoyable pieces of equipment to live with.
Built for Real Listening
The Quad 33 offers the flexibility most systems need and just the right amount of capability. Three line-level inputs, a balanced XLR input, balanced and single-ended outputs, a phono stage that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, a dedicated headphone amplifier and 12-volt triggers allow it to sit comfortably at the center of a modern music system.
The Quad 33 offers the flexibility most systems need and just the right amount of capability. Three line-level inputs, a balanced XLR input, balanced and single-ended outputs, a phono stage that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, a dedicated headphone amplifier and 12-volt triggers allow it to sit comfortably at the center of a modern music system.
In Your System
A full-function preamplifier asks more of itself than a minimalist line stage. It has to bring together every source, every adjustment and every interaction without ever distracting from the reason you sat down to listen in the first place. The Quad 33 does exactly that. Over time, that’s what stands out. Not the number of inputs. Not the tone controls. Not even the specifications.
It’s the confidence of knowing that every time you sit down to listen, the music will be natural, engaging and deeply satisfying.
The features make it effortless to use.
The sound is what keeps you coming back.
Specifications
Inputs: RCA 3 line, 1 phono, XLR 1 line
Outputs: RCA 1 line, 1 pre-out, XLR 1 line, 1 6.3mm headphone, 2 × 12V trigger
Phono Stage Switchable Moving Magnet / Moving Coil
Tone Controls Bass, Tilt and Balance with EQ bypass
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.2 dB
Dimensions: 258 × 83 × 165 mm (W × H × D)
Weight: 4.0 kg
Finish: Classic Quad Grey
Price: $1695