Easily Add Vinyl LP Playback to Your System: Affordable, Good-Sounding, Parasound Zphono MM/MC Phono Preamplifier Boasts Internal Power Supply and Simple Connectivity
Simplicity, affordability, and good, clean sound are the names of the game with the Parasound Zphono MM/MC phono preamplifier. An easy plug-and-play addition to any line stage preamplifier or integrated amplifier without phono support, Zphono plays with ultra-low distortion and features an internal power supply – nearly unheard-of at its price level. High-speed, low-noise op amplifiers, audiophile-grade resistors and capacitors, and an exclusive AC polarity switch to eliminate hum further sing the praises of a compact unit that fits practically anywhere. RIAA accurate to within 0.25dB and a breeze to connect, Zphono is an entry-level high-end value that makes for an ideal addition to a starter system, desktop setup, or anywhere else you desire the warm, detailed sound of vinyl LPs. 100% Music Direct Satisfaction Guaranteed.
"Enter Parasound's Zphono: minus a wall-wart (YAY) and minus hum and RF interference (double YAY) for which I am truly grateful. The ZPhono is quiet as a church mouse with all of the tables I auditioned."
– David Blummenstein, Dagogo
MM: 46dB
MC: 61 dB
Input Sensitivity at 1 kHz:
MM: 5 mV in for 1.1 V output
MC: .9 mV in for 1.1 V output
Input Impedance:
MM: 47 k Ω
MC: 100 Ω
Input overload:
MM: 200 mV
MC: 36 mV
Input Capacitance: 150 pF
RIAA accuracy: 0.25 dB, 20 Hz - 20 kHz
S/N ratio:
MM: 84 dB
MC: 58 dB
Power requirement: 115 V - 230 V, 60/50 Hz, 5 W
Dimensions (WHD): 8-1/2" x 1-3/4" x 10"
Weight: 4 lbs.
User Manual (PDF, 249 KB)
