Dan D'Agostino Momentum C2Z preamplifier announced for Japan at ¥12,980,000

According to Japanese news site Phile Web's report, Dan D'Agostino's new preamplifier Momentum C2Z will be available for purchase in Japan from November 2026 onwards. The suggested price is ¥12,980,000 (including tax). The chassis will be available in two color options: silver and black.

What has changed in the Momentum C2Z?

The C2Z is a revised version of the current Momentum C2 model with the output circuit redesigned. Thanks to the FET-based output stage, output impedance has been further reduced and current drive capability has been increased. The goal is to optimize the connection with the brand's new Momentum Z monoblock power amplifier.

The preamplifier circuit employs the brand's DFCT (Complementary Four Circuit Topology) architecture. This involves a fully balanced push-pull configuration with four JFET transistors. Volume level is controlled by a fully balanced circuit that uses relays to switch ladder resistances. The front end, volume, and output sections are distributed across a total of six cards per channel.

The device features BASS and TREBLE tone controls adjustable in 1 dB steps over a ±6 dB range, and this circuit can be completely bypassed. A headphone output is located in a covered compartment on the front panel. The power supply is housed in a separate chassis. A Bluetooth-equipped remote control with an LCD display is included in the package. An optional DSM digital streaming module is also available.

Which technical specifications have been disclosed?

• Output impedance: 0.01 Ω; input impedance: 1 MΩ
• Frequency response: 0.1 Hz – 1 MHz (−1 dB), 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0 dB)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 110 dB (A-weighted)
• Gain: +11.5 dB
• Harmonic distortion: 0.00066% across the 20 Hz – 20 kHz range
• Inputs: 3 pairs balanced XLR, 1 pair unbalanced RCA
• Outputs: 2 pairs balanced XLR, 1/4 inch headphone
• Dimensions: 432 × 226 × 386 mm (W×H×D); weight: 33.1 kg

The same report also notes that the brand's Momentum Z monoblock power amplifier, prepared for the brand's 15th anniversary, will also be released in November 2026. The price for a pair is ¥25,300,000 (including tax). Output power is specified as 500 W at 8 Ω, 1,000 W at 4 Ω, and 2,000 W at 2 Ω.

Why is this significant?

The C2Z is a premium example of a single manufacturer designing a preamplifier and monoblock pairing together in terms of output impedance and current drive capability. Price and release date have only been announced for Japan at this time; there is no information for Turkey.