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Gryphon Audio ZENA
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The ZENA is a preamplifier with a built-in phono input from Gryphon Audio, sharing the PANDORA's electrical foundation with a convenient phono addition. The ZENA brings Gryphon's considered engineering to dedicated line-level and phono signal control.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs and two single-ended inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided, with one balanced and two single-ended outputs. Gain is 18dBu, matching the PANDORA. Input impedance is 50,000 ohms balanced or 25,000 ohms single-ended, also matching. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under an exceptionally low 0.005%. At 480 x 169 x 400mm and 12.1kg, the ZENA is somewhat larger and heavier than the PANDORA given its added phono stage.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, transparent signal handling reflecting the exceptionally low 0.005% distortion figure, with the built-in phono input covering vinyl directly.
Pairing
The built-in phono input covers a turntable directly, and Gryphon's own ZENA DAC MODULE can be added internally for digital source coverage.
Alternatives
Gryphon's own PANDORA offers a phono-free alternative for buyers not needing vinyl playback within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.
Key specs that matter
Two balanced XLR inputs and two single-ended inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided, with one balanced and two single-ended outputs. Gain is 18dBu, matching the PANDORA. Input impedance is 50,000 ohms balanced or 25,000 ohms single-ended, also matching. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under an exceptionally low 0.005%. At 480 x 169 x 400mm and 12.1kg, the ZENA is somewhat larger and heavier than the PANDORA given its added phono stage.
Sound and use context
Expect exceptionally clean, transparent signal handling reflecting the exceptionally low 0.005% distortion figure, with the built-in phono input covering vinyl directly.
Pairing
The built-in phono input covers a turntable directly, and Gryphon's own ZENA DAC MODULE can be added internally for digital source coverage.
Alternatives
Gryphon's own PANDORA offers a phono-free alternative for buyers not needing vinyl playback within the same broader preamplifier catalogue.
Specifications
Model name
ZENA
Analog inputs (balanced)
2
Analog inputs (single-ended)
2 + 1 (Phono)
Analog outputs (balanced)
1
Analog outputs (single-ended)
2
Gain (dBu)
18
Input sensitivity (mV)
N/A
Output voltage (V)
N/A
Input impedance (balanced) (Ω)
50 000
Input impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
25 000
Output impedance (balanced) (Ω)
N/A
Output impedance (single-ended) (Ω)
N/A
Maximum output level (balanced) (dBu)
N/A
Maximum output level (single-ended) (dBu)
N/A
Volume control range (dBu)
N/A
Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)
20
Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)
20 000
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR, unweighted) (dB)
N/A
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) (%)
< 0,005
Dimensions (mm)
480 x 169 x 400
Weight (kg)
12.1
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