Phono Preamp Reviews

Description: Solid-state phono preamplifier with external battery power supply, balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs, unbalanced, (RCA) and balanced (XLR) outputs. Frequency response: 3Hz–200kHz, –3dB. RIAA accuracy: <0.5dB, 20Hz–20kHz. Weighted S/N ratio: >68dB, depending on gain (MC). Distortion: <0.01% 5mV–5V into 100 ohms at 1kHz; <0,05%, 20Hz–20kHz. Input impedance: 5–1000 ohms (MC).Input capacitance: adjustable between 100pF and 320pF. Gain: universally adjustable with DIP switches from 32dB to 64dB.
Dimensions: 17" (430mm) W by 14.6" (370mm) D by 4.7" (120mm) H, main unit; 18.1" (460mm) W by 13" D (330mm) by 6.3" (160mm) H, battery power unit. Weight: 22 lbs (10kg) main unit, 57 lbs (26kg) battery power unit.
Price: $4950 (2003), $6200 (2007).
Manufacturer: ASR Audio Systeme, Hohe Strasse 700/5A, D 35 745 Herborn, Germany. Web: www.asraudio.de. US distributor: Fanfare International, Inc., 500 East 77th St. Suite 2923, New York, NY 10162. Tel: (212) 734-1041. Fax: (212) 734-7735. Web: www.fanfareintl.com.