Vinyl Edition – Hybrid Phono Stage

Although this preamp is classified as a hybrid it differs from others in one significant way. It features a real tube preamp designed with practices and technologies consistent with the era of tube audio coupled with an ultra-low noise OPA2134 front end.
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The Vinyl Edition MK3

Refined for 2026 — Celebrating 14 Years of Pure Analog Pleasure

The Vinyl Edition returns in its MK3 form, with major upgrades for an immersive listening experience:

  • Multi-Tube Flexibility: 12AX7, 12AT7, or 12AU7 tubes.
  • Premium Connectivity: High-quality panel-mounted gold RCA jacks.
  • Front-Panel Controls: Gain selector and MM/MC switch.
  • Durable Aluminum Enclosure: 7″ × 5″ × 3″ vented chassis, 1/16″ aluminum, heavy cover, matte-black finish.

Precision-Tuned Performance

  • Supports MM/MC operation. Standard loading: 47 kΩ / 200 pF for MM, 470 Ω for MC. Custom values available.
  • Elna, Panasonic, and Wima capacitors with carbon composition resistors for classic tone.
  • Ultra-low noise OPA2134 op-amps for clean amplification.
  • U.S.-made 6.79″ × 4.79″ double-sided PCB for reliability and low distortion.

Gain Settings

MM and MC gain levels (dB) for different tube types and gain switch positions:

12AU7 Tubes

PositionMM GainMC Gain
A3651
B3952
C4353
D4755
E5560

12AT7 Tubes

PositionMM GainMC Gain
A3853
B4054
C4555
D5057
E5761

12AX7 Tubes

PositionMM GainMC Gain
A3954
B4155
C4556
D5057
E5762

Tip: Use lower positions (A–C) for high-output cartridges. Higher positions (D–E) for low-output MC cartridges or extra headroom.

Handcrafted Quality

Each MK3 unit is 100% U.S. constructed and hand-assembled using new and NOS components. Units are individually tuned and built to order.

Ships with a low-noise 12 V AC/DC power supply.

Warranty & Returns

  • Warranty: 1 year parts & labor
  • Return Policy: 30-day, no-hassle returns

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VE input board

VE tube section