E.A.R. Phono Classic Phono Preamplifier replaces the 834P phono stage in the EAR lineup.
The EAR Phono Classic is a high-quality phono preamplifier that replaces the legendary EAR 834P in the company's lineup. Designed by Tim de Paravicini, it features upgraded circuitry and casework compared to its predecessor. The Phono Classic uses three 13D16 vacuum tubes (an ECC83 variant) and offers both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) inputs.
Key features of the EAR Phono Classic include:
Available in black or chrome finishes1
Optional ALPS volume control at no extra cost
MM input with 47k Ohm impedance and 55dB gain
MC input with 470 Ohm impedance and 72dB gain
Simple design with minimal controls
The Phono Classic is known for its ability to reproduce detailed, holographic soundstages and deliver a rich, powerful sound with a slightly warm tonal balance25. It's particularly praised for its performance with classical music and its ability to convey the ambience of recording spaces.
The Phono Classic is an update of the legendary 834P, and it features upgraded circuitry and casework. The Phono Classic also comes equipped with Tim de Paravicini’s 13D16 vacuum tube, which is an ECC83 variant.
Both the black and chrome faced MM/MC models are available with a high quality ALPS volume control as a no extra cost option.
Specifications:
Valves: 3 x 13D6 (ECC83)
Inputs/Outputs: RCA
Input Sensitivity: MM – 2.2mV (1V @ 1kHz); MC – 0.22mV (1V @ 1kHz)
Voltage Gain: MM – 55dB; MC – 72dB
Loading Resistance: MM – 47k Ohms; MC – 470 Ohms
Retail Prices:
Black MM/MC With Or Without ALPS Volume Control - $1895.00
Chrome MM/MC With Or Without ALPS Volume Control - $2595.00
