Essential LCR Phono Stage
Our LCR phono sound with EQ coils wound in Thailand, in two chassis with a separate power supply.
The Essential LCR brings the low noise and open sound of an LCR phono stage to a much lower price. Like our flagship preamps, it comes in two chassis: the power supply sits in its own box so hum stays away from the sensitive phono circuit. The RIAA inductors and the power transformer are wound in Thailand to our design, and the stage runs on common 12AX7 and 12AU7 tubes so replacements are easy to find. Add a step-up transformer for moving-coil cartridges, or upgrade the EQ coils to ISO/Tango later.
- Phono EQ
- LCR RIAA network, Soundaries EQ coils wound in Thailand
- Tubes
- 12AX7 / ECC83 and 12AU7 / ECC82
- Inputs
- MM; MC with optional step-up transformer
- Power supply
- Separate chassis, joined by one umbilical cable
- Chassis
- Powder-coated steel with wood frame
Includes all tubes and the umbilical cable.
From your room to your rack
01Your room
We start with your speakers, your room and the music you play, then draw the circuit around them.
02Chassis and wood
Panels are cut, drilled and engraved here, and the frame is made from Thai hardwood.
03Hand-wiring
Every joint is wired and soldered by hand, point to point. You get photos as it comes together.
04Burn-in and listening
Each build runs for days on the bench and is measured and listened to before it ships.
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