Andover Audio SpinStage Aluminum Preamplifier


Model #:

AASBSPPASI01NA

Model #: AASBSPPASI01NA
1501390
Andover Audio
$99,999.00

At a Glance

Product Dimensions 1.88"h x 7.25"w x 4.5"d

Ready for both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges, the SpinStage™ phono preamp delivers a host of circuitry refinements and a range of adjustments that would make some expensive preamplifiers jealous.Read More

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Product Overview

Product Overview

Exactly the Right Impedance

Although phono inputs are gaining popularity, not all audio systems have them. Of those that do, only a few accommodate low-output Moving Coil (MC) cartridges as well as Moving Magnet (MM). And only a very few have the robust input impedance options to exactly match the needs of your particular MM cartridge. The SpinStage preamp provides four separate MM input impedance settings, and a staggering 15 separate MM capacitance options. You’re not simply connecting a turntable; you’re eliciting its full performance.

True Moving-Coil Gain Stage

Low-output Moving Coil cartridges are highly-prized by audiophiles. But most value-priced phono preamps accommodate MC cartridges by simply increasing the gain on their Moving Magnet inputs, an approach that increases background noise. In dramatic contrast, the SpinStage preamp incorporates a dedicated Moving Coil gain stage. So, you’ll hear true Moving Coil performance – against a background of satisfying silence.

Highly Refined Circuitry

As the lowest-level signals among component interconnects, the magnetic cartridge outputs are exquisitely sensitive to even tiny amounts of noise and distortion. The SpinStage preamp protects your music with isolated dual-mono circuitry, a DC servo circuit and a switchable subsonic filter (20 Hz, 12 dB/octave) to keep turntable rumble under control.

Specifications

General Specs

Product Weight (lbs.)1.1
Depth (in.)4.5
Width (in.)7.25
Height (in.)1.88
Voltage15
Amp0.5
Color Finish NameAluminum
CollectionSpinStage

Technical Details

RIAA Equalization Accuracy: +/- 0.1dB typ, 0.2dB max
Overall Frequency Response: 0.5Hz - 50kHz +/- 1dB
Signal to Noise Ratio (unweighted): MM - 78dB, MC - 76dB (Referenced to 50 Ohm source)
Input Impedance, MM (selectable): 18k Ohm, 22k Ohm, 47 kOhm, 100k Ohm
Input Impedance, MC: Effectively 0 Ohm
Input Capacitance, MM (Selectable): 0pF, 22pF, 47pF, 69pF, 100pF, 122pF, 147pF, 169pF, 220pF, 242pF, 267pF, 289pF, 320pF, 342pF, 389pF
Nominal Gain, MM: 40.5dB
Nominal Gain, MC: 66.5dB (with 10Ohm source)
Subsonic Filter: 20Hz, 12db/Octave. Bypassable.
Typical Output Level: 500mV RMS
Max Output Level: 8V RMS
Input Overload, MM: 120mV @ 1kHz
Input Overload, MC: 6mV @ 1kHz

Additional Information

Aux Input: Direct passthrough via relay, no active circuitry.
Finish: Fine bead-blasted clear anodized aluminum
Power Requirements: 15vDC/500mA
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