Phonostages — Fezz Audio Fezz Gaia Mini MM/MC

The Fezz Gaia Mini MM/MC is a compact phono stage from Fezz Audio, built with substantial gain accommodating both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. The Fezz Gaia Mini MM/MC brings Fezz Audio's considered engineering to a versatile dedicated phono preamplification format.

Key specs that matter

One single-ended input is provided. MC current-sensing input impedance is 100 ohms, or 47,000 ohms for MM. Gain is a substantial 53dB. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.15% for MM or an exceptionally low 0.008% for MC. At 212 x 212 x 95mm and 3.5kg, the Fezz Gaia Mini MM/MC maintains a manageable, versatile phono-stage chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect a clean, dependable phono-stage performance reflecting the substantial 53dB gain, accommodating both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges within one dedicated phono stage.

Pairing

The dual MM/MC support accommodates both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges without needing a separate step-up transformer.

Alternatives

Fezz Audio's own Gratia MM/MC offers a more substantial alternative within the same broader phono-stage catalogue.