Phonostages — Schiit Audio SKOLL F

The SKOLL F is a phono stage from Schiit Audio, a well-established American manufacturer known for accomplished, value-focused electronics engineering, built with a substantial gain figure. The SKOLL F brings Schiit's considered engineering to dedicated phono preamplification.

Key specs that matter

One balanced and one single-ended input are provided. Output impedance is a low 10 ohms. Gain is a substantial 70dB - a high figure suited to low-output moving-coil cartridges. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.06%. At 228.6 x 152.4 x 25.4mm and 0.9kg, the SKOLL F maintains a compact, slim phono-stage chassis reflecting Schiit's characteristic value-focused American engineering approach.

Sound and use context

Expect a clean, dependable phono-stage performance reflecting the substantial 70dB gain suited to low-output cartridges, consistent with Schiit's broader accessible, well-engineered philosophy.

Pairing

The substantial 70dB gain suits low-output moving-coil cartridges particularly well, connecting between a turntable and a line-level input on a preamplifier or integrated amplifier.

Alternatives

Schiit's broader phono-stage and headphone-amplifier catalogue offers alternatives for buyers wanting a different balance of features.