The Arcam FMJ C31 pre amplifier is the measuring block for 2 channel stereo audio. We all know that the best way to experience music is by listening to it live. As we cannot get this in our home on request, the FMJ C31 from Arcam is the next best thing.

Does it create the excitement of a live concert? Is that rhythmic flare there? With the Arcam FMJ C31, the answer is yes. This true to form, no nonsense 2 channel pre amplifier from Arcam is clear in its direction. It reproduces everything it receives as accurately and faithfully as you will hear, in this price range.

The Arcam FMJ C31 pre amplifier really delivers outstanding performance, helped by cutting edge technology. The hermetically sealed reed relays are designed to cut out distortion and the FMJ C31 also uses sorbothane dampening material which allows low level detail which can be masked by the microphonic effect to come to life. Another feature, which is rare at this fantastic price point, is the ability to take full advantage of the balanced output stages. Used more commonly in very high-end audio, this offers you a chance to step up another gear and achieve another level of pure audio quality.

Using XLR balanced plugs to connect to either monoblocks or a 2 channel power amplifier, you really can start to appreciate why balancing a system means so much to the pure audiophile. The level of detail really is amazing.