Vista Audio Phono-1 Mk II hig-end phono preamp Review

Phono-1 preamplifier was designed as a high precision instrument for amplifying delicate signals with extremely high accuracy. The first preamplifier came out in two versions: Phono-1 and upgraded Phono-1+. Thanks to the high demand, Vista Audio managed to release new version, Mk II, based on the upgraded version, while keeping the low price of the original Phono-1. SPECIFICATIONS: Class A operation RIAA tracking accuracy: 0.07dB Distortion: <0.005% Input impedance (MM): 47k/100pF default Input impedance (MM): 10 ohm – 47 kohm (adjustable) Gain: adjustable 40 – 70 dB For markets requiring 220-240V power supply, Phono-1 ships without its wall wart supply. We can recommend locally available supplies, meeting all safety regulations at modest price of $15 or less. Phono-1 Mk II provides direct coupling of input and output signals, without capacitors in the signal path. In order to eliminate DC offset, it uses active offset cancellation circuit, which is also outside of the signal path. RIAA compensation circuit uses low noise resistors with tolerance of 0.1% and rare capacitors with 1% tolerance. The package contents: – Phono-1 Mk II preamplifier – Gain and load adjustment resistor kit – External power supply, 120V input This product comes with 2-year warranty and 30 days return privilege. Verty Audio is parent company of Vista Audio and distributes its products worldwide.