Gold Note PH-1000 Phono Preamplifier
Best high fidelity upgrade for discerning vinyl enthusiasts.
This is the ultimate tool for the vinyl obsessive who demands total control over every record in their collection. By blending a purely analogue signal path with a versatile digital interface, it offers surgical precision for EQ curves and cartridge matching, though it requires a willingness to engage deeply with your settings to truly shine.
$10102.00
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Groove Audio
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking ultimate sonic fidelity from their vinyl collection.
- Vinyl enthusiasts with multiple cartridges or diverse record collections.
- Discerning listeners who value both performance and elegant equipment design.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious music lovers or those new to high-fidelity audio.
- Casual listeners or beginners seeking a simple, plug-and-play vinyl experience.
- Listeners with entry-level or mid-range audio components.
Performance breakdown
Cartridge Compatibility
Extensive load and gain settings accommodate virtually any cartridge on the market.
EQ Curve Precision
Unmatched flexibility allows for perfect playback of any historical vinyl pressing.
Signal Integrity
Ultra-low noise floor ensures the purest possible analogue signal path.
Interface Usability
Digital control makes complex adjustments intuitive and remarkably easy to manage.
Build Quality
Heavy-duty aluminum chassis provides professional-grade durability and vibration resistance.
System Versatility
Modular design and multiple outputs offer significant room for future upgrades.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20Hz – 20kHz
EQ Curves
18 EQ curves all with Enhanced option (+/- 0.3dB), Infinite EQ curves with 4 manually adjustable presets (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE)
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)
<0.01% max.
Signal to Noise Ratio
100dB
Dynamic Range
110dB
Infrasonic Filter
10Hz/36dB octave (ON/ OFF)
Mono/Stereo
Stereo, Stereo 180°, Mono, Mono 180°, Mono L
Channel Swapping
R/L, L/R
Audio Inputs
2x unbalanced RCA (0.1mV MC up to 8.0mV MM), 1x balanced XLR (0.1mV up to 1.0mV MC)
Load
12 options for RCA [100kΩ, 75kΩ, 47kΩ, 33kΩ, 22kΩ, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω], 8 options for XLR [4k7Ω, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω]
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