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SOtM sPQ-100PS
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The sPQ-100PS is a phono stage from SOtM, built with a comprehensive four-position stepped MC loading selection and four-position gain. The sPQ-100PS brings SOtM's considered engineering to a versatile dedicated phono preamplification format.
Key specs that matter
One single-ended input is provided. MM voltage input impedance is 47,000 ohms, with MC current-sensing input impedance offering a comprehensive four-position selection at 15, 20, 100, or 500 ohms. Gain is selectable across four positions - 40, 50, 60, or 70dB - a comprehensive range covering virtually any cartridge output level. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. At 106 x 48 x 245mm (each) and 3kg, the sPQ-100PS maintains a manageable, versatile phono-stage chassis.
Sound and use context
Expect a clean, precisely optimisable phono-stage performance reflecting the comprehensive four-position loading and four-position gain selections, allowing fine-tuned matching for virtually any cartridge type.
Pairing
The comprehensive 15-500-ohm four-position loading selection and four-position gain accommodate virtually any moving-magnet or moving-coil cartridge precisely.
Alternatives
Other manufacturers' comparable phono stages offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare features at a similar price point.
Key specs that matter
One single-ended input is provided. MM voltage input impedance is 47,000 ohms, with MC current-sensing input impedance offering a comprehensive four-position selection at 15, 20, 100, or 500 ohms. Gain is selectable across four positions - 40, 50, 60, or 70dB - a comprehensive range covering virtually any cartridge output level. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. At 106 x 48 x 245mm (each) and 3kg, the sPQ-100PS maintains a manageable, versatile phono-stage chassis.
Sound and use context
Expect a clean, precisely optimisable phono-stage performance reflecting the comprehensive four-position loading and four-position gain selections, allowing fine-tuned matching for virtually any cartridge type.
Pairing
The comprehensive 15-500-ohm four-position loading selection and four-position gain accommodate virtually any moving-magnet or moving-coil cartridge precisely.
Alternatives
Other manufacturers' comparable phono stages offer alternatives for buyers wanting to compare features at a similar price point.
Specifications
Model name
sPQ-100PS
Inputs (balanced)
N/A
Inputs (single-ended)
1
MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)
N/A
MM/MC voltage input impedance (Ω)
MM: 47 000, MC: 15, 20, 100, 500
Output impedance (Ω)
N/A
Gain (dB)
40, 50, 60, 70
Playback EQ curves accuracy (dB)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)
N/A
Dimensions (mm)
106 x 48 x 245 (each)
Weight (kg)
3
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