Preamplifiers — Accustic Arts TUBE PREAMP V PHONO

The TUBE PREAMP V PHONO is a tube preamplifier with phono capability from Accustic Arts, sharing the TUBE PREAMP V's tube-based topology while adding comprehensive multi-cartridge phono support. The TUBE PREAMP V PHONO brings Accustic Arts' most comprehensive current tube-circuit engineering to line-stage and phono preamplification.

Key specs that matter

Three balanced XLR inputs and three single-ended RCA inputs are provided, with three balanced and three single-ended outputs. Input impedance is 50k ohms line-level, with phono MC impedance selectable at 47, 100, 220 or 470 ohms - a comprehensive four-step adjustment. Frequency response extends to an extraordinary 120,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio spans 103dB for line-level, 84dB for MM or 75dB for MC. Total harmonic distortion plus noise spans 0.0015% for line-level, 0.007% for MM or 0.04% for MC. At 128 x 482 x 393mm and 16kg, the TUBE PREAMP V PHONO shares identical dimensions and weight with the standard TUBE PREAMP V.

Sound and use context

Expect the rich, harmonically engaging tonal character genuine tube-based circuit topology is broadly celebrated for, combined with comprehensive four-step MC impedance adjustment covering a wide variety of moving-coil cartridges.

Pairing

The four-step MC impedance adjustment lets a listener precisely match this preamplifier's built-in phono stage to a wide variety of moving-coil cartridges.

Alternatives

Accustic Arts' own TUBE PREAMP V offers a line-stage-only alternative without the built-in phono stage instead.