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MICROPHONO PP400 PHONO PREAMP
We all have friends and family who want to get back to LPs but only want to spend a few (dollars). Well, here's a phono preamp that you can confidently recommend — the MicroPHONO PP400 phono preamp.
Features
- Converts turntable phono output to a line level signal
- Ultra low-noise audio operational amplifiers offer outstanding performance for Moving Magnet phono cartridges
- Compact, small footprint allows placement convenience within audio system
- Metal casing shields
circuity from electromagnetic interference and offers rugged durability
- Performs like an imp on steroids
- Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER GERMANY
- Manufactured to good standard of fit and finish
- Outboard DC 12-Volt power supply included
- Inexpensive, very friendly price!
How does it sound?
We can honestly say that the Microphono PP400 phono preamp packs a lot of music! We used it with the LP Gear AT95SA phono cartridge mounted on a Sumiko MMT tonearm and Pink Triangle turntable and it performed efficiently. To see how it would sound with another cartridge, we tried it with the Shure M97xE phono cartridge. Its sonic strength is in the critical midrange frequencies (400Hz-2.6kHz) so you'll enjoy the sound and presence of vocals and the fundamentals and harmonics of musical instruments. It has a slightly subdued top end, limited dynamic contrast, narrow dimensional backstaging, and somewhat soft bottom. It does not have the agility and high resolution of higher priced phono preamps and it can get confused during complex orchestral passages. Despite these faults, we found listening an enjoyable experience...even for many hours. We believe your friends and family will find it enjoyable too.
The Microphono PP400 phono preamp is an overachiever! It plays like it does not know its price. It plays better than that. That's probably the best compliment we can bestow. At its price, you can get one for yourself, in case you need to give your expensive system a weekend off to rest, and another as a gift without being a big spender. Bravo Behringer!
Also, it only uses 1.5W of electricity! Way to go. You save on power consumption as well. (Save the planet, listen to LPs!)
We recommend a break-in period of 72 hours. For best sound quality, keep the Microphono PP400 phono preamp powered on.
MicroPHONO PP400 Phono Preamp |
Imput type |
RCA |
Impedance |
approx. 47k Ohms |
Max. input level |
-25.5 dB @ 1kHz |
| Output type |
RCA and 1/4" TRS, stereo connectors |
| Impedance |
approx. 50 Ohms |
Max. output level |
+11.5 dBV @ 1kHz |
Frequency response |
RIAA |
THD |
0.06% typ. @ -40 dBu/1kHz |
Gain |
35 dB |
Signal-to-noise ratio |
68 dBu @ 0 dBu, A-weighted |
Optimum working temperature |
23° C |
Input sensitivity |
5.3 mV @ 1kHz |
Mains connection |
External power supply, 12 V 150 mA |
Mains voltage USA, Canada |
120 V, 60 Hz |
Power consumption |
approx. 1.5 W |
Dimensions (H x D x W) |
1.25" x 4" x 2.5" |
Weight |
approx 0.40 lbs (0.180 kg) |
Specifications and features are
subject to change without notice.
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