The Jade has been upgraded with the analog circuit and power supply taken from the Pearl. In addition a new selector circuit board mounts to the back of the input RCA connectors and now uses relay switching for all functions. Front panel selector and tape monitor switch, now control the relays, which handle the routing of the signal. Previous coax wiring running from the rear to the front selector & monitor switch has been eliminated, reducing the length of the signal path while eliminating much wiring and labor cost. This also enhances the life expectancy and reliability.
As a consequence the Pearl name has been discontinued and the new product will retain the name of the Jade. The new unit will sport the 24K gold plated machined brass knobs previously used on the Pearl. The Jade’s former black nickel machined brass knobs will still be available as a no cost available option.
The new Jade starts with serial number 073.
