Edge Electronics G1 Preamplifier, Beautiful. "harmonically rich and satisfying"

Handsome Edge G1 preamp in brushed aluminum and matching remote. The sound is really good and open. (Not edgy like I was expecting). This is a world class preamp at a real world price. The front is perfect and the top has a light scratch on it (fine line, about an inch).

Can be picked up at Chicago Axpona, if you call Midwest Audio.

This unit has been tested and is 100% functional. Will be safely packed for shipping. Paypal adds 3%. Checks welcome. Longtime trustworthy seller.

I am also an authorized dealer for Legacy Speakers, Auralic, Oracle, Resonessence Labs, Triangle Art, Coincident, and NAT Audio.
From Positive Feedback:

I'm not sure whether or not I heard the Edge components at CES this past January or not, even though I had the company's name circled in my notes from the show. The subjects of this review are part of Edge's new, slimline "G" series, which includes five power amps, two preamps, and an integrated amp. The G1 preamp boasts a frequency response of 5-300,000 Hz, a distortion of 0.009%, and an output impedance of 50 ohms. On the back are five RCA inputs, one outp
ut, and a tape monitor input. It comes with a remote that only controls volume. On the front are three dials, for volume, on/mute, and source selection, illuminated in a very cool blue. The G1 is 15 inches deep, 16 3/4 inches wide, and 4 3/8 inches high, weighs 30 pounds, and has a brushed aluminum finish. The two-channel G4 power amp, rated at 100 watts into 8 ohms, is the same size as the preamp and has the same finish, but weighs seven more pounds. Both components are built like tanks, and are made in the U.S.

Upon hooking up these components, I heard very clean, dynamic sound, and a substantial amount of power. Everyone talks about system matching and synergy, and I couldn't agree more about their importance. The Edge G1 and G4 matched very well with my Dali Grands and Arcam 72T CD player, both of which are somewhat warm and soft sounding. The Edge components took my system to new heights of performance. They dramatically closed the gap between my Dali Grands and the Dali MS4s, which cost $4000 more. While the MS4s were still slightly better, the Grands were more appropriate matches for the Edge gear. The clean, concise, and fast qualities of the G1 and G4 were already possessed by the MS4s, but were less evident with the Grands.

It was only after playing amp roulette for a few days, shuffling one in and another out, that I realized how good the Edge gear was. It was WAY more detailed, articulate, smooth, clean, and fast. Music seemed to be propelled out of my speakers. The bass was deep, solid, full, and fast. The midrange was very detailed, yet smooth and satisfying. The highs presented some challenges. With some recordings, the sound was too bright and "crispy" for my liking, but this was the exception rather than the rule. For the most part, the Edge gear reproduced the highs accurately and without problem. The recordings in question sound bright with a lot of equipment, and the Edge products' performance never reduced my musical enjoyment. For me, these characteristics, especially the mids and bass, made listening that much easier and more relaxed. I just sat back into my listening chair and let the music envelope me. These amps continually surprised me, making old recordings sound much better than previously experienced. It was like listening for the first time to many of my CD's, each disc being a new, wonderful experience.

Stevie Ray Vaughan's version of "Tin Pan Alley" on Couldn't Stand the Weather provided me with a rocking good time. His guitar had a slightly sweet sound, not tubey or soft, but in your face, firm, and precise. It was more the real thing than a recording. It was more like sitting in a club than in a recording studio, experiencing a performance rather than a recording. The cymbals were simply remarkable, the most lifelike I've heard. After the initial striking of the cymbals the decay seemed to last on and on. Tommy Shannon's bass playing was deep and powerful. I just love a good bass and this recording only confirmed those feelings to me. I could feel the notes pulsating through my chest—whew!!!

Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole's Facing Future CD is another favorite, and a good test of the upper ranges. Some of the things I listen for with this recording is IZ's voice clarity, control, and the weight he puts behind the music. I've got to feel the music here. Iz' voice can be somewhat crispy and dare I say "edgy" at the top of his vocal range. Though I cringed during a couple of his crescendos, the effect was not as bad as I've heard with some components. The presentation was weighty, clear, precise, and at the same time very natural and relaxed, with nothing forced or strained. This could be due to the musical power of the EDGE's 100 watts. Some of the delicacy of this recording was missing, but it was replaced by weight and power, which are some of the attributes that I value when listening to music. I like music with a degree of speed and power, and the EDGE gear possessed these qualities in spades.

Fleetwood Mac was a whole lot of fun, and showed me that the Edge gear can rock too. One track that caught my attention was "Tusk'. For the first time I thought a marching band was coming into my house - with each bang on the drum; they were getting closer and closer. This was especially apparent with the volume turned up a bit higher than I normally prefer, though with the Edge gear I adding a bit more volume was quite fun! Each stroke and strum of the guitar reminded me more of someone playing for me in my room than a recording. The voices were harmonically rich and satisfying. The sheen of the cymbals made a significant contribution to a very engaging performance.

There was a lot to like about this gear. It was detailed, powerful, smooth, and fast. It had power to spare, leading me to believe that the 100-watt rating is conservative. There were a few flaws—the highs were somewhat bright with some recordings, though not enough to detract from my enjoyment of the music. One other minor bone about these pieces was that even at the lowest volume, it was just too darn loud to carry on a late night conversation with a little ambient background music. Obviously, my speakers are a touch too efficient for the combo and I'm told that this can be tweaked on the inside of the amp, though I don't have the skill to perform such surgery. While the Edge gear is not particularly sexy or emotional visually, it is unquestionably engaging aurally. It continually drew me into the music, and was an excellent match with my silky-smooth Grand loudspeakers, raising their performance to the highest level I've experienced so far.

I loved the Edge gear. So much that I considered purchasing them, but then my good sense came back to me and said, "YOU NEED A NEW ROOF ON YOUR HOUSE." So $11k later with a new roof, I'm still wanting for the Edge gear. It is at the top of my list, but it will have to wait until another day.

You may not want to use the Edge G1 and G4 with a system that is already clean and fast, but if you match them with a softer-sounding system, I don't think you'll be disappointed, I wasn't. I thoroughly enjoyed each day I had with them. Jim Grudzien

Handsome Edge G1 preamp in brushed aluminum and matching remote. The sound is really good and open. (Not edgy like I was expecting). This is a world class preamp at a real world price. The front is perfect and the top has a light scratch on it (fine line, about an inch).

Can be picked up at Chicago Axpona, if you call Midwest Audio.

This unit has been tested and is 100% functional. Will be safely packed for shipping. Paypal adds 3%. Checks welcome. Longtime trustworthy seller.

I am also an authorized dealer for Legacy Speakers, Auralic, Oracle, Resonessence Labs, Triangle Art, Coincident, and NAT Audio.
From Positive Feedback:

I'm not sure whether or not I heard the Edge components at CES this past January or not, even though I had the company's name circled in my notes from the show. The subjects of this review are part of Edge's new, slimline "G" series, which includes five power amps, two preamps, and an integrated amp. The G1 preamp boasts a frequency response of 5-300,000 Hz, a distortion of 0.009%, and an output impedance of 50 ohms. On the back are five RCA inputs, one outp
ut, and a tape monitor input. It comes with a remote that only controls volume. On the front are three dials, for volume, on/mute, and source selection, illuminated in a very cool blue. The G1 is 15 inches deep, 16 3/4 inches wide, and 4 3/8 inches high, weighs 30 pounds, and has a brushed aluminum finish. The two-channel G4 power amp, rated at 100 watts into 8 ohms, is the same size as the preamp and has the same finish, but weighs seven more pounds. Both components are built like tanks, and are made in the U.S.

Upon hooking up these components, I heard very clean, dynamic sound, and a substantial amount of power. Everyone talks about system matching and synergy, and I couldn't agree more about their importance. The Edge G1 and G4 matched very well with my Dali Grands and Arcam 72T CD player, both of which are somewhat warm and soft sounding. The Edge components took my system to new heights of performance. They dramatically closed the gap between my Dali Grands and the Dali MS4s, which cost $4000 more. While the MS4s were still slightly better, the Grands were more appropriate matches for the Edge gear. The clean, concise, and fast qualities of the G1 and G4 were already possessed by the MS4s, but were less evident with the Grands.

It was only after playing amp roulette for a few days, shuffling one in and another out, that I realized how good the Edge gear was. It was WAY more detailed, articulate, smooth, clean, and fast. Music seemed to be propelled out of my speakers. The bass was deep, solid, full, and fast. The midrange was very detailed, yet smooth and satisfying. The highs presented some challenges. With some recordings, the sound was too bright and "crispy" for my liking, but this was the exception rather than the rule. For the most part, the Edge gear reproduced the highs accurately and without problem. The recordings in question sound bright with a lot of equipment, and the Edge products' performance never reduced my musical enjoyment. For me, these characteristics, especially the mids and bass, made listening that much easier and more relaxed. I just sat back into my listening chair and let the music envelope me. These amps continually surprised me, making old recordings sound much better than previously experienced. It was like listening for the first time to many of my CD's, each disc being a new, wonderful experience.

Stevie Ray Vaughan's version of "Tin Pan Alley" on Couldn't Stand the Weather provided me with a rocking good time. His guitar had a slightly sweet sound, not tubey or soft, but in your face, firm, and precise. It was more the real thing than a recording. It was more like sitting in a club than in a recording studio, experiencing a performance rather than a recording. The cymbals were simply remarkable, the most lifelike I've heard. After the initial striking of the cymbals the decay seemed to last on and on. Tommy Shannon's bass playing was deep and powerful. I just love a good bass and this recording only confirmed those feelings to me. I could feel the notes pulsating through my chest—whew!!!

Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole's Facing Future CD is another favorite, and a good test of the upper ranges. Some of the things I listen for with this recording is IZ's voice clarity, control, and the weight he puts behind the music. I've got to feel the music here. Iz' voice can be somewhat crispy and dare I say "edgy" at the top of his vocal range. Though I cringed during a couple of his crescendos, the effect was not as bad as I've heard with some components. The presentation was weighty, clear, precise, and at the same time very natural and relaxed, with nothing forced or strained. This could be due to the musical power of the EDGE's 100 watts. Some of the delicacy of this recording was missing, but it was replaced by weight and power, which are some of the attributes that I value when listening to music. I like music with a degree of speed and power, and the EDGE gear possessed these qualities in spades.

Fleetwood Mac was a whole lot of fun, and showed me that the Edge gear can rock too. One track that caught my attention was "Tusk'. For the first time I thought a marching band was coming into my house - with each bang on the drum; they were getting closer and closer. This was especially apparent with the volume turned up a bit higher than I normally prefer, though with the Edge gear I adding a bit more volume was quite fun! Each stroke and strum of the guitar reminded me more of someone playing for me in my room than a recording. The voices were harmonically rich and satisfying. The sheen of the cymbals made a significant contribution to a very engaging performance.

There was a lot to like about this gear. It was detailed, powerful, smooth, and fast. It had power to spare, leading me to believe that the 100-watt rating is conservative. There were a few flaws—the highs were somewhat bright with some recordings, though not enough to detract from my enjoyment of the music. One other minor bone about these pieces was that even at the lowest volume, it was just too darn loud to carry on a late night conversation with a little ambient background music. Obviously, my speakers are a touch too efficient for the combo and I'm told that this can be tweaked on the inside of the amp, though I don't have the skill to perform such surgery. While the Edge gear is not particularly sexy or emotional visually, it is unquestionably engaging aurally. It continually drew me into the music, and was an excellent match with my silky-smooth Grand loudspeakers, raising their performance to the highest level I've experienced so far.

I loved the Edge gear. So much that I considered purchasing them, but then my good sense came back to me and said, "YOU NEED A NEW ROOF ON YOUR HOUSE." So $11k later with a new roof, I'm still wanting for the Edge gear. It is at the top of my list, but it will have to wait until another day.

You may not want to use the Edge G1 and G4 with a system that is already clean and fast, but if you match them with a softer-sounding system, I don't think you'll be disappointed, I wasn't. I thoroughly enjoyed each day I had with them. Jim Grudzien

Preamplifier with battery operated true DC power supply, Remote Volume Control, and Large 300 VA transformer with 20,000 �F capacitor-based power filtration. Dimensions: 34 7/8" x 16 3/4" x 15" (HxWxD). Weight, 29 lbs each.