PRO-10 MC Sonata vs Clearaudio Nano Phono V2
The Nano Phono V2's signal-to-noise is 81 dB against the PRO-10 MC Sonata's 70 dB, its mc gain 54 dB against 50 dB, its thd 0.006% against 0.020%, and its mm gain 34 dB against 40 dB.
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About the PRO-10 MC Sonata
The B&K Components Pro-10MC Sonata is a professional-grade stereo preamplifier designed for audiophiles, featuring a discrete solid state circuit topology with a switchable head amp on the phono stage. It supports moving coil (MC) and moving magnet (MM) cartridges with variable loading options and offers a pure DC design. The preamplifier delivers excellent dynamic realism, depth, and an expansive, stable soundstage. It includes classic vinyl system features such as a mono switch, cartridge loading terminals, and a bypass mode for passive operation (not for phono). The unit provides a high overload resistance and a peak output level of 14V, preserving phono dynamics. Additional features include double preamp stereo outputs, a headphone jack, and no tone controls. The Pro-10MC Sonata was highly regarded for its sound quality and build, originally It is no longer manufactured as the company has left the business. The unit typically comes with an external power supply and power cable, operating at 120V.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.020%
- SNR
- 70 dB
- Output Voltage
- 14.0V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 50 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
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