Zesto Audio Andros II Phono
Best premium upgrade for discerning vinyl enthusiasts.
$5900.00
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking ultimate vinyl playback fidelity and immersive soundscapes.
- Vinyl enthusiasts with diverse cartridge collections or those planning future upgrades.
- Listeners who appreciate the classic, engaging sonic character of vacuum tube amplification.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious consumers or casual listeners not ready for high-end audio commitment.
- Users preferring a 'set it and forget it' solid-state experience without tube upkeep.
- Newcomers to high-end audio who might not have a fully optimized system.
Performance breakdown
Sonic Character
Unique 12DW7 tube implementation creates a warm, deeply immersive soundstage.
Analog Purity
Pure tube signal path delivers an unadulterated, rich analog listening experience.
Noise Floor
Advanced grounding and steel shielding keep background hiss virtually non-existent.
Balanced Connectivity
True floating ground balanced outputs ensure clean, interference-free signal transmission.
MC Cartridge Versatility
High-quality step-up transformers handle demanding moving coil cartridges with ease.
Build Integrity
Robust steel chassis construction provides excellent durability and vibration resistance.
Key Specs
Output impedance
150 Ohm
Max output level
+9 V
Tube complement
2 x gold pin JJ ECC83S/12AX7, 2 x JJ ECC832/12DW7
MM impedance
47 kOhm
MM gain
45 dB, 50 dB
MC gain
63 dB, 68 dB
MC load impedance
1000, 800, 700, 600, 500, 400, 300, 200, 100, 50, 20 Ohms
MC capacitance
220 pf
Dimensions
17" x 12" x 5"
Weight
21 lbs
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