$17,500.00

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Product Description

The Clearaudio Absolute Phono Phono Preamplifier Inside uses the Absolute Phono’s innovative circuit design including the current amplification first gain stage. However in the Inside, this is incorporated within the phonostage’s main body. Through careful fine tuning, Clearaudio have been able to deliver many of the improvements bought about by the absolute phono in a more conventional phonostage configuration. Both unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR inputs are provided for connection to any tonearm on the market. These feed the fully balanced current amplification first gain stage, avoiding any need to set cartridge loading and thereby ensuring a perfect synergistic match with any moving coil cartridge. This amplified signal then passes to the specially designed main RIAA phonostage, along a signal path free of the usual relays and coupling capacitors, which again enables a more clean, pure and accurate sound. The signal is then equalized and fed to the balanced XLR outputs. The result? The signal to noise ratio is significantly enhanced, almost matching the headshell-mounted absolute phono’s ten decibel improvement.

The absolute phono inside is built without compromise, incorporating an anti-resonance sandwich construction machined from solid blocks of aluminum and panzerholz wood. The sophisticated power supply, located in a second, similar, matching, chassis, keeps mains interference to a minimum. Hand-selected state-of-the-art non-magnetic silver Clearaudio Glimmer capacitors positioned at key areas of the circuit further ensure excellent clarity and purity of sound. Like the absolute phono, a single multi-function switch for ‘On’, ‘Off’ and ‘Mute’ modes ensures a sleek finish.

Warranty: 1 year, extended to 5 full years with the return of warranty form and receipt to Clearaudio within 2 weeks of purchase.

Power Supply: Switching power supply, Input: 50 – 60 Hz / 100 – 265 V AC
Signal To Noise Ratio: 90 dB (A-weighted)
Channel Separation: 100 dB
THD < 0,001 % Gain: (@ 1KHZ) 60 dB RIAA RIAA standard, deviation less than 0.1 dB Output Impedance: 64 Ohm (balanced XLR), 32 Ohm (unbalanced RCA) Input: 2 (balanced XLR / unbalanced RCA) Power Consumption: Consumption in operation: 6.5 Watt, Off mode: 0.0 Watt Total Weight: approx. 3.25 kg (Preamplifier), approx. 3.20 kg (Power supply) Dimensions: (W/D/H in inches) Phonostage: approx. 9.45 x 6.30x 2.56, Power Supply: approx. 9.45 x 6.30x 2.56 Dimensions: (W/D/H in mm) Phonostage: approx. 240 x 160 x 65, Power Supply: approx. 240 x 160 x 65

Brand

Clearaudio

Clearaudio’s mission since it was founded in 1978 is to create the most precise audio components in the industry. All production remains in-house at their Meilwald, Germany headquarters to ensure the ultimate quality assurance. In the past four decades, Clearaudio has designed and patented some of the most innovative solutions in the high-end market. Not only does the company offer their legendary turntables, but all necessary accessories as well. These include all manner of components, including gauges, tonearms, cartridges, phonostages and even record and turntable cleaning kits.

Specialists bring together cutting-edge materials, meticulous craftsmanship and innovative design to craft best-in-class products. Many of the company's accomplishments are made possible through their focus on collaboration, working with a wide range of experts from audio technicians to watchmakers to perfect their designs.

You’ll see the culmination of this work in every product big and small. It’s best showcased through their award winning turntables. Recordings sound best in high-end analogue products designed to eliminate resonance while amplifying every detail. At Clearaudio this is made possible with a mix of ingredients including multi-layered wood, titanium, aluminum and more. Nine different models make it easy to find the ideal turntable solution for your listening needs.

Overture is one of the most trusted Clearaudio component dealers in the country. Not only do we sell the company’s top turntable and turntables-based products, but we’ll advise you on the best fit for you. Interested in purchasing a new Clearaudio component? You can trade-in any component towards a Clearaudio product by filling out our Trade-In Form.