Posts with tag "Phono preamp"

European Audio Team has expanded its product range with two full-size phono preamplifiers, the EAT E-Glo CB and E-Glo SB. Both models are designed for high-end vinyl systems and combine tube-based stages, discrete circuitry, separate channel architecture, and an extensive range of adjustments for matching different MM and MC cartridges.

Boulder has introduced two new components in its 800 Series. The line-up now includes the Boulder 808 MM/MC phono stage and the Boulder 851 monaural power amplifier. Both products continue the concept of the series: to offer a serious level of High End performance in relatively compact enclosures. The new models are aimed at advanced stereo systems where sound quality and reliability matter, but so does more practical placement of equipment in an audio rack.

Slovak company Canor Audio presented the new Asterion V3 tube phono stage at High End Vienna 2026. The model has joined the Performance Line series and is set to replace the Canor PH 2.10 phono stage in the manufacturer’s catalogue. The device is designed for use with the two main types of phono cartridges – MM and MC – and is aimed at owners of serious analogue systems.

AVID Hifi has introduced the AVID Velsonic, a new two-box phono stage for MM and MC cartridges, marking the brand’s first completely new development in this segment since 2012. The unit is manufactured at AVID Hifi’s facility in Cambridgeshire and replaces the Pulsare II and Pellere models, while also taking its place as the new flagship in the company’s analogue lineup.

Acoustic Signature has introduced the Tango Apex NEO phono stage, designed for use with top-class vinyl record players and now heading the company’s range of phono stages. The new model is aimed at High End audio systems and is built with a fully balanced circuit topology featuring a “dual mono” architecture, where the left and right channels have separate amplification stages and independent power supplies.

British audio manufacturer Rega Research has introduced the new Rega AOS MC phono stage, specifically designed for moving coil cartridges (MC – Moving Coil). According to the developers, the new model is based on the flagship Aura.

The Italian company Gold Note has introduced the new Gold Note PH-5.2 phono stage, capable of working with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges. The new model is an evolution of the previous PH-5 and embodies the concept that Gold Note has promoted for many years in the world of analog audio: high fidelity is not a matter of taste or sonic character, but a responsibility toward the original recording.

Backert Labs has unveiled the Optik Phono 1.1 phono preamplifier, designed specifically for use with optical cartridges from the Japanese company DS Audio. The manufacturer emphasizes that the new model is distinguished by maximum flexibility and a no-compromise design. Built around two 12AU7 vacuum tubes, the phono preamplifier features two independent inputs for optical cartridges – a solution implemented for the first time in components of this type.

Pro-Ject has released a new balanced tube phono preamplifier Pro-Ject Tube Box S3 B. Despite its modest dimensions, the model is equipped with both RCA and mini-XLR inputs, as well as XLR and RCA outputs – so integration into a balanced path will be ideal.

Music First Audio has introduced the new Music First Audio LP 103 LCR phonostage – a highly flexible model, ideal for working with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges.

Treehaus Audiolab has announced the Treehaus Audiolab LCR Phono reference vacuum tube phono preamplifier. To equalize the signal, the device uses only passive components: inductors (L), capacitors (C) and resistors (R).

British company Michell Engineering presented the Michell Engineering Apollo phono preamplifier, which functions in tandem with an external power supply Muse. The circuitry of the phono preamplifier is configured to work with direct current, provides Muse. Both devices are enclosed in compact milled cases and connected by a specially designed cable. Michell Engineering engineers paid special attention to noise reduction, therefore, the separation of components was used

he Hifiverse editorial team has prepared an expert rating of the best 2025 phono preamplifiers for vinyl lovers - the costs of equipment of this class seem justified if we are talking about audiophile-class sound. Our rating includes five of the latest phonostages that can turn the heads of even connoisseurs of this audio sector.