Best bang for the buck phono preamplifier we know From the start, almost 20 years ago, we never had the intention of selling electronics or loudspeakers. However, as a distributor of Keces Audio power supplies, we felt we are obliged to offer you the very best phono preamp we’ve heard in this price range. It will easily compete with preamps in the price range up to 2000 Euros. Just listen to it and enjoy your vinyl collection like never before! The combination of an external power supply and a separate phono preamplifier is not new. The ground breaking price of the Keces Ephono however, is really something new and unheard of until now for this quality. Phono signals are very delicate ones, they may not even have a magnitude of one thousandth of a Volt. Due to this, the slightest disturbance leads to hum and/or distortion. The power supply, with its large transformer, is one strong source of hum and vibration. The best solution is to mount it in a separate enclosure, and the idea of a separate, external power supply was born. Soundwise, the Ephono is very accurate, fast and musical. It will faithfully reproduce what’s on your records, no less, and no more. This phono preamplifier is virtually hum and noise free, with almost no distortion. Key Features: Separated Power Supply Design Isolated power architecture minimizes interference and enhances signal clarity. Proprietary H-Sonic™ Toroidal Transformer Developed and manufactured in-house by KECES, ensuring ultra-low noise and stable power delivery. Versatile Cartridge Compatibility Supports switchable MM / MC inputs, as well as dedicated input for DS Audio optical cartridges, meeting the needs of modern analog systems. Balanced and Unbalanced Outputs Offers both XLR and RCA output options for flexible system integration. Premium Connector Configuration Equipped with Neutrik locking XLR output connectors for secure and reliable connections. Features 24K gold-plated RCA connectors for optimal conductivity and durability. Adjustable Impedance and Gain Settings MC Impedance: 56 / 100 / 220 ohms MM Impedance: 47k ohm ※Gain Levels: MM: 46dB / 52dB MC: 66dB / 72dB OPT (Optical): 24dB / 30dB Subsonic Filter Toggle Function Effectively removes ultra-low frequency noise caused by turntable vibrations or warped records, preventing unwanted energy from affecting amplifiers and speakers, and improving overall soundstage clarity. Ultra-Low Noise Linear Power Supply with OTP Protection Ensures stable operation and includes Over-Temperature Protection (OTP) for enhanced safety and reliability. Ephono Specification Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz THD MM <0.02%, MC <0.05%, Optical <0.04% S/N Ratio MM 78dB, MC 70dB, Optical 75dB Input Impedance MM 47k ohm, MC 56/100/220 ohm Input Capacitance 100pF Gain 46dB/52dB for MM, 66dB/72dB for MC, 24dB/30dB for OPT Power In DC±24V (Power by Ephono Plus Power) Dimension (WxDxH) 220x220x66mm Weight 2KG Ephono Power Specification AC Input Voltage 110V-120V, 60Hz / 220V-240V, 50Hz (Switchable) DC Output Voltage ±24V Power Consumption 36 Watts Dimension (WxDxH) 220x220x66mm Weight 3KG
