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Phonostages — Vitus Audio MP-P201 MK.III

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Vitus Audio MP-P201 MK.III
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The MP-P201 MK.III is a phono preamplifier from Vitus Audio, built with comprehensive four-input connectivity and substantial gain. The MP-P201 MK.III brings Vitus Audio's most accomplished current engineering to serious phono amplification.

Key specs that matter

Two balanced XLR inputs and two single-ended RCA inputs are provided - a comprehensive four-input connectivity set. MC current-sensing input impedance is under 2,000 ohms, with output impedance at 80 ohms. Gain is a substantial 75dB for MC or 47dB for MM. Frequency response extends to an extraordinary 800,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Total harmonic distortion plus noise is under 0.01%. At 135 x 435 x 435mm and 22kg, the MP-P201 MK.III represents a substantial phono preamplifier commitment reflecting Vitus Audio's uncompromising build standards.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, accurate RIAA equalisation reflecting the low sub-0.01% distortion figure, combined with comprehensive dual-gain MM/MC connectivity representing Vitus Audio's flagship-tier current phono engineering.

Pairing

The comprehensive four-input connectivity comfortably accommodates multiple turntables or tonearms, and Vitus Audio's own RL-102 preamplifier shares the brand's coherent engineering philosophy.

Alternatives

Vitus Audio's broader electronics catalogue offers natural, brand-coherent pairings for a fully Vitus Audio-voiced analogue front end.

Specifications

  • Model name

    MP-P201 MK.III

  • Inputs (balanced)

    2

  • Inputs (single-ended)

    2

  • MC current-sensing input impedance (Ω)

    <2000

  • MM/MC voltage input impedance (Ω)

    N/A

  • Output impedance (Ω)

    80

  • Gain (dB)

    75 (MC) + 47 (MM)

  • Playback EQ curves accuracy (dB)

    N/A

  • Frequency response low +/- 3dB (Hz)

    N/A

  • Frequency response high +/- 3dB (Hz)

    800 000

  • Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (%)

    <0.01

  • Dimensions (mm)

    135 × 435 × 435

  • Weight (kg)

    22

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