CS-6PH vs Primare R35
The R35's mc gain is 62 dB against the CS-6PH's 60 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.050%, and its mm gain 36 dB against 40 dB. Both share signal-to-noise (85 dB).
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The Cayin CS-6PH is a tube MM/MC phono preamplifier featuring dual phono inputs, allowing connection of two turntables or tonearms and supporting both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges with flexible loading and gain settings. Its all-tube signal path uses 2x 6922, 2x 12AX7, 2x 12AT7 and 2x RCA 22DE4 tubes, delivering the classic rich, spacious tube character while maintaining low noise and distortion suitable for high-end vinyl playback. Front-panel controls provide selectable gain (40 dB, 57 dB, 61 dB, 65 dB), adjustable MC input impedance (47/100/200/470/1000 ohms) and MM input capacitance (47/100 pF), plus a subsonic/low-cut filter and both RCA and XLR outputs, making it a versatile phono stage for demanding vinyl enthusiasts.
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The R35's mc gain is 62 dB against the CS-6PH's 60 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.050%, and its mm gain 36 dB against 40 dB. Both share signal-to-noise (85 dB).
The MP100's signal-to-noise is 78 dB against the CS-6PH's 85 dB and its thd 0.005% against 0.050%. Both share mm gain (40 dB) and mc gain (60 dB).
The Halo JC 3+'s signal-to-noise is 87 dB against the CS-6PH's 85 dB, its mc gain 64 dB against 60 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.050%, and its mm gain 48 dB against 40 dB.
The C500's signal-to-noise is 80 dB against the CS-6PH's 85 dB, its mm gain 40.5 dB against 40 dB, and its mc gain 53.5 dB against 60 dB. Both share thd (0.050%).
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