Solid State Preamp Reviews

Description: Solid-state, full-function stereo preamplifier with five line inputs, one phono input, and one tape loop. Frequency responses: 5Hz-400kHz, -0.2dB, line; 5Hz-60kHz, -0.2dB, phono. Input sensitivity: 2mV RMS (MM phono); 150mV RMS, line, both for 1V output. Input impedance: 47k ohms, MM phono; 100k ohms line. Output impedance: ±20 ohms. Maximum output: 8V RMS. RIAA overload: 2.2V RMS (frequency not specified). S/N ratio (ref. 1V output at 1kHz): 100dB, line; 90dB, MM phono. Absolute polarity: inverting.
Dimensions: preamplifier: 16.9" (430mm) W by 13" (330mm) D by 3" (75mm) H, (MC phono module adds 3" (75mm) to depth). Power Supply: 4.7" (120mm) W by 11.8" (300mm) D (inc. IEC plug) by 3" (75mm) H. Weight: 11 lbs (5kg).
Serial number of sample reviewed: P2723N.
Price: $2750 (MC module costs $600). Approximate number of dealers: 11.
Manufacturer: Phlox Electronique, BP 12, F-91440 Bures-sur-Yvette, France. Tel: (33) 1-6012 5100. Fax: (33) 1-6012 5060. Web: www.plurison.com. US Distributor: Audio Plus Services, P.O. Box 3047, Plattsburg, NY 12901. Tel: (800) 663-9352 or (514) 493-9610. Fax: (514) 493-4547. Web: www.audioplusservices.com.