Amplifiers & Phono Stages
Phono stages, integrated amplifiers, headphone amplifiers, power amplifiers and preamplifiers from Ferrum Audio, Gold Note, iFi Audio, Moon by Simaudio, Pro-Ject and Rega.
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Phono stages and amplification
Phono stages are the busiest part of this category, and for good reason. A cartridge produces a tiny signal that needs both a large amount of gain and accurate RIAA equalisation, and the phono stage built into a budget integrated amplifier is rarely the equal of a dedicated unit.
Match the phono stage to the cartridge. Moving magnet cartridges need around 40dB of gain and a 47k ohm load. Moving coil cartridges produce far less output and need 60dB or more, plus loading options that suit the specific cartridge. A switchable MM and MC stage covers both and makes sense if you expect to change cartridges.
For the rest of the category, the useful question is power delivery rather than headline watts. Speaker sensitivity and impedance decide how much current an amplifier has to supply, and a nominally powerful amplifier that struggles with a difficult load will sound worse than a modest one that copes. Tell us the speakers, the room and the source and we will tell you what will drive them properly.
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£499.17Ex. VATThe MMP4 MKII is Soundsmith's entry-level phono preamplifier, but it certainly does not sacrifice on performance. Borrowing technology from the higher-end MMP3 MKII, the MMP4 is designed for use with cartridges from Soundsmith's Medium & High-Output lines (and other similar cartridges), and every one is handmade in upstate New York. -
£665.83Ex. VATThe MMP3 is Soundsmith's top-of-the-line preamp designed specifically for use with their medium and high-output cartridges, or other similar cartridges. The handmade preamp circuits deliver high performance with ultra-low distortion and minimal noise, and each one is made-to-order by Soundsmith engineers in upstate New York.
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£1,199.00Inc. VATThe MCP2 phono preamplifier is Soundsmith's premium preamp with a design optimised for use with their low-output Fixed Coil cartridge line, or ant other quality low-output cartridge. Featuring shielded transformers to deliver ultra-low distortion and negligible noise, the MCP2 also allows the user to seamlessly adjust the loading from 10 Ohms all the way up to 5k Ohms ensuring compatibility with any low-output design. Each MCP2 is handmade by Soundsmith engineers in upstate New York.
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£1,995.00Inc. VATThe OOR headphone amplifier by Ferrum features balanced and unbalanced outputs and is designed to drive any headphones and delivers a transparent, realistic yet precise sound. Pair it with Ferrum's Hypsos power supply to unlock its full potential! -
£499.17Ex. VATThe new xDSD Gryphon by iFi Audio is an enhanced version of the original xDSD, featuring an upgraded headphone stage and separate bluetooth and DAC stages meaning there are dedicated components to carry out each task to ensure optimal performance. The Gryphon also features 3.5mm or 4.4mm outputs, allowing compatibility with a wide range of earphones and headphones. -
£1,695.00Inc. VATThe DAC-10 is an award-winning DAC. Like any NuPrime product, it comes with a purpose-built power circuit and also features precise, 0.5dB increment volume-control. This product features RCA and XLR outputs to allow compatibility with most amplifiers, and the ability to choose between multiple inputs. -
From£1,416.67Ex. VATThe PH-10 is Gold Note's entry-level phono stage, but it is still a unique and versatile piece of kit. It is extremely user-friendly, with nine different loads options (10Ω, 22Ω, 47Ω, 100Ω, 220Ω, 470Ω, 1000Ω, 22kΩ, 47kΩ) and 3 different EQ curves to allow you to get the very best sound from all of your vinyl records. Like every Gold Note product, the PH-10 comprises of components exclusively sourced and assembled in Italy.
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£629.00Inc. VATIf you are in need of an advanced audio solution for a commercial or residential AV installation, the Blustream NPA70DA Dante Networked Power Amplifier is the perfect choice for you. This amplifier offers an array of features and benefits, including a 2 x 35W digital amplifier (1 x 70W mono) or 70V/100V hi-level constant voltage output and Dante audio integration. -
£1,900.00Inc. VATThe Moon 250i integrated amplifier by Sim Audio delivers powerful, organic, detailed and well-controlled sound every time. As expected, with the success of all Moon products, this integrated amp is versatile to use, boasts an excellent build quality and has a sleek, modern design making it an all round exceptional price-to-quality ratio.
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SALE£1,658.33 £1,958.33Ex. VAT ✓ Save £300.00The MOON 250i v2 is the perfect choice for anyone looking for an affordable, high-quality integrated amplifier. One of its biggest advantages compared to its predecessor is the addition of a MM phono preamplifier, making it perfect for those looking to use a turntable with their system, and an upgraded circuit design, using next-generation semiconductors to provide an improvement in sound quality.
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£549.00Inc. VATIf you are an audiophile looking for a product that will deliver an amazing sound experience, the Astell&Kern AK PA10 is the perfect choice for you. This Class-A amplifier offers an incredibly natural and spacious analog sound, enhanced further with Astell&Kern’s TERATON ALPHA technology.
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£3,329.17Ex. VATAudiophiles looking for high-end audio performance in a small package will love the Chord Electronics BerTTi stereo power amplifier. With 75 watts of power per channel, BerTTi is equipped with all the features of Chord Electronics advanced ULTIMA amplification line-up, including their advanced error-correction topology, two high-frequency power supplies, and proprietary MOSFETs.
