Product code: ZEN-PHONO | ID: 384306
The ZEN Phono is intended for demanding music enthusiasts that prefer to enjoy the warm analog sound quality of their valuable vinyl collection in the best possible way. This phono preamplifier is suitable for Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges. The adjustable Gain (36, 48, 60 and 72dB) makes this preamplifier suitable for use with almost any MM or MC (High, Low or V-Low) cartridge. The ZEN Phono delivers class-leading sound quality and is most easy to set up.
For the mass production of this advanced phono stage iFi uses premium MIL-spec components that are selected for its sound properties. This is, especially in this price range, very rare. Also features a balanced 4.4 mm Pentaconn connector. With an optional Pentaconn to XLR adapter you can establish a balanced connection between your turntable and your premium hi-fi amplifier. This feature enables a fully balanced amplification with all typical benefits such as a lower noise threshold, a higher channel separation and less EMI/RFI interference.
Sometimes subsonic filters are necessary when playing warped vinyl albums. However, most common subsonic filters may give you the sense that something is off while playing your albums, as if the bass is reduced and the timing is affected in a weird way. This effect is often caused by undesired phase shifts in the upper frequency range. Unlike the subsonic filters featured in many phono stages, the 'intelligent’ subsonic filter developed by iFi cuts the inaudible low frequencies without creating such phase shifts in the audible sound spectrum. This phase-correct subsonic filter is, especially in this price range, a rare feature.
The ZEN Phono is equipped with an external hum and noise free power supply. By using this power supply and smart filtering developed by iFi, this phono stage does not suffer of annoying 50Hz hum or the relatively high noise levels. The ZEN Phono delivers a significantly better performance than many built-in phono stages and even an up to 20dBV better Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) compared to some high-end class-A phono stages.
Parameters and specifications
Type
Bluetooth
THD
Controls
Gain
Input Impedance
Signal to Noise Ratio
Colour
Original Colour by Producer
Black
Inputs
Outputs
USB
Power Supply
Adapter
UK/EU Power supply included
Yes
Width (cm)
Depth (cm)
15,8
Height (cm)
1,4
Weight
515 g
Made in
China
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