ClearAudio balance reference phono
ClearAudio balance reference phono
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💰 14 days return
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🟢 2 years warranty
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Shipping Terms
Shipping Terms
- Shipping method: Standard
Shipment cost: - EU 25€
- LT, EST 6€
- LV 3€
- RU, USA 200€
- Other countries 200€
- Dispatched usually 2 - 5 business days after order placement
- Some times, dispatched up to 20 business days, we will inform additional, after order placement.
🧾 Overview / Summary
The ClearAudio Balance Reference Phono is a flagship phono stage engineered for analog connoisseurs. It features fully independent MM and MC inputs, precision-balanced XLR and RCA connectivity, and extensive cartridge loading options. With dual headphone outputs, remote volume control, and a dedicated dual-mono power supply, it delivers world-class analog performance for the most demanding vinyl systems.
✅ Key Features
- ✅ Separate MM and MC inputs with independent loading
- ✅ Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs and outputs
- ✅ Remote control for volume and input switching
- ✅ Ultra-precise RIAA accuracy ±0.1 dB (20 Hz – 100 kHz)
- ✅ Two high-quality 6.3 mm headphone outputs
- ✅ Selectable subsonic filter and mono mode
- ✅ Extremely low THD < 0.001% and SNR up to –89 dB
- ✅ Separate dual-mono aluminium power supply for maximum isolation
📊 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mode | MM / MC switchable (bottom) |
| Amplification | +46 dB (MM), +66 dB (MC) |
| Input Load |
MM: 50 kΩ / 50 pF (+150pF, +270pF, +400pF) MC: 10 kΩ, 5 kΩ, 1000 Ω, 500 Ω, 100 Ω, 50 Ω |
| Subsonic Filter | 20 Hz (−18 dB/oct, switchable) |
| Stereo / Mono | Switchable |
| RIAA Accuracy | ±0.1 dB (20 Hz – 100 kHz) |
| THD | < 0.001% (IEC A) |
| SNR | –89 dB (MM), –79 dB (MC) |
| Headroom | > +21 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Max Output Voltage | > 12V |
| Channel Separation | > 95 dB @ 1 kHz (IEC A) |
| Outputs | RCA, XLR, 2 × 6.3 mm headphone |
| Output Impedance | 150 Ω (XLR), 75 Ω (RCA) |
| Inputs | RCA (unbalanced), XLR (balanced) |
| Power Consumption | 12 W (max), <0.5 W (standby), 0.0 W (off) |
| Power Supply | 2× ±18V DC (external 2× ±21V DC, 1.4 m cable) |
| Dimensions (Preamplifier) | 240 × 145 × 78 mm (158 mm with RCA) |
| Dimensions (Power Supply) | 240 × 145 × 78 mm |
| Weight | 2.9 kg (preamplifier), 2.2 kg (power supply) |
📦 What’s in the Box
- 📦 ClearAudio Balance Reference Phono preamplifier
- 🔌 External dual-mono ±18V DC power supply (aluminium casing)
- 🎛️ IR remote control
- 🔗 RCA and XLR cables
- 🎧 2 × headphone jack (6.3 mm)
- 📖 User manual
🔄 Compatibility
- ✔ Compatible with virtually all MM and MC phono cartridges
- ✔ Balanced and unbalanced signal path for preamps, integrated amps, and monitors
- ✔ Dual headphone outputs for private listening or monitoring
- ✔ Ideal for high-end vinyl playback systems with remote-controlled volume
📦✈️ Shipping & Returns
- 📦 Insured worldwide delivery
- 🔄 14-day return policy
- 🛡️ 2-year EU warranty
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