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Gold Note’s PH-5.2 Phono Preamplifier is a complete evolution of their highly regarded PH-5 Phono Stage.
It is suitable for any analogue system with inputs for MM and MC cartridges, and offers selectable EQ curves and adjustable gain and load settings, providing maximum versatility.
Faithfully reconstructing the original context of the recording has never been easier. The PH-5.2 lets you select the most appropriate equalisation curve for each recording directly from the display: RIAA, Decca London, or American Columbia. Applying the correct curve preserves the balance, dynamics, and character of the vinyl you are listening to, allowing you to enjoy every detail.
The Graphical User Interface simplifies load, gain, and equalisation adjustments and can store settings for one MM and one MC cartridge via the MM/MC option in Settings.
The PH-5.2 features a fully analogue core with discrete components, minimising signal path length and interference. High-quality relays switch settings without digital circuitry, preserving analogue purity, signal integrity, and the smallest details of vinyl recordings.
The black anodised, sandblasted aluminium chassis minimises magnetic interaction, enhancing background silence and micro-details. The upgraded power supply provides better stability, cleaner high frequencies, and a relaxed yet authoritative sound.
EQ CURVES
3 EQ curves (RIAA, Decca London, American Columbia) all with Enhanced option
ANALOGUE INPUT
1 x stereo RCA (MM/MC)
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
1 x stereo RCA unbalanced
1 x stereo XLR balanced
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
50Ω
SUBSONIC FILTER
10Hz/36dB octave
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION THD
<0.05% @ 1kHz
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
89dB
DYNAMIC RESPONSE
105dB
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
20Hz – 20KHz ± 0.3dB
Enhanced 20Hz – 50KHz ± 0.3dB
INPUT SENSITIVITY
0.1mV MC up to 10.0mV MM
INPUT IMPEDANCE
9 options [10Ω, 22Ω, 47Ω, 100Ω, 220Ω, 470Ω, 1000Ω, 22KΩ, 47KΩ]
INPUT CAPACITANCE (MM)
220pF
GAIN
40dB MM to 60dB MC with 4 options [0dB, + 3dB, ± 6dB]
POWER
Power Supply 100-120V or 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 10W
Standby consumption: < 0,5W
Fuse: 2A T
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
200mm W x 80mm H x 260mm D
2.2Kg net, 3.2Kg boxed
FINISHES
Black anodised aluminium
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Collections: Amplifiers, Gold Note, HiFi, Phono Preamplifiers, Record Player Components & Accessories, Source Components
Type: Phono Preamplifier
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