Cambridge Audio Alva Duo Moving Coil & Moving Magnet Phono Preamp
$39.94
$73.49
Alva Duo MC & MM Phono Preamp - Key Features ◊ Universal Phono Support — Works with both Moving-Coil (MC) and Moving-Magnet (MM) cartridges, eliminating the need for an external adapter. ◊ High-Resolution Sound — Low-noise circuitry and precision gain stages preserve detail, dynamics, and musicality from vinyl. ◊ Adjustable Gain & Impedance — Tailor input settings to match different cartridge types for optimal performance. ◊ Low Distortion & Noise Floor — Designed to minimize interference and deliver clean, transparent analog sound. ◊ Rigid, Shielded Chassis — Reduces external electrical noise for better fidelity. ◊ Versatile Connectivity — Simple RCA inputs/outputs for easy integration with amps, integrated systems, or preamps. ◊ User-Friendly Controls — Intuitive switches for cartridge type, gain, and loading make setup fast and precise. Alva Duo Phono Preamp Squeeze every last detail from your record collection with our high-quality moving magnet and moving coil phono stage. Alva Duo delivers pure, immersive vinyl playback—whether through your hi-fi or straight to your headphones. Vinyl as it's Supposed to Sound Whether you’re dusting off your record collection or embracing analogue through the vinyl revival, there’s a unique experience to be had from the moment you drop the needle on your favourite album. To preserve the unique warmth of the vinyl sound, the Duo phono preamplifier has been carefully designed with a state-of-the-art switch mode power supply and a new surface mounted circuit board layout to reduce unwanted noise. Vinyl. Just for You Enjoy the warmth of vinyl privately thanks to Duo’s integrated headphone output. Uniquely, we integrated a 6.35mm headphone jack directly into the phono stage, so you can still enjoy your records when there’s no option to play out loud. The integrated headphone output also means no need to turn on your amplifier just to power your headphones, resulting in a more eco-friendly listening experience. Lose the hum, keep the detail Unwanted noise can cloud your records, but Alva Duo’s advanced switch-mode power supply eliminates hum by operating outside audible frequencies. Paired with a precision circuit design, it ensures crystal-clear playback, free from interference. Vinyl, Just for You From the moment the needle touches down, Alva Duo enhances the vinyl experience with cutting-edge engineering, ensuring you can enjoy the purest analogue sound—whether through speakers or in private from the built-in headphone output. Detailed sound, pure vinyl performance Dedicated MM & MC phono preamp Supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, offering greater flexibility and wider turntable compatibility. Switch-mode power supply Alva Duo’s power supply switches outside audible frequencies to reduce hum and interference. Surface-mounted circuit board Designed for pure signal transmission, ensuring exceptional clarity and the perfect listening experience. 6.35mm headphone output Listen privately without needing a separate amplifier. Auto power-down Alva Duo automatically switches off after 20 minutes of inactivity to conserve energy. Subsonic filter Removes low-frequency rumbles from worn vinyl for a cleaner, more refined sound. Eco-friendly listening Alva Duo is kind to your records and to the planet too. With less than half a Watt of standby power consumption and an auto power-down feature after 20 minutes of inactivity, it’s efficient and universally compatible with voltages worldwide.
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