Alchemy PPA-2 vs Primare R15
The R15's signal-to-noise is 83 dB against the Alchemy PPA-2's 86 dB and its thd 0.020% against 0.005%. Both share mm gain (40 dB) and mc gain (60 dB).
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-Amps
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,150
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About the Alchemy PPA-2
The ELAC Alchemy PPA-2 is a premium phono preamplifier that combines cutting-edge technology with a deep respect for analog audio. It is designed to extract maximum detail from vinyl records, featuring a fully discrete, balanced FET topology and a DC servo-controlled output stage. The preamp supports both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges, offering user-adjustable settings such as continuously variable input impedance and MC cartridge loading. It includes a toroidal transformer for reduced electromagnetic interference and noise, ensuring clean power delivery. The PPA-2 offers multiple input options, including RCA and XLR, and supports stereo or mono operation. It is part of the ELAC Alchemy Series, known for delivering performance and build quality that exceeds its price.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 86 dB
- Output Voltage
- 6.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 50Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- HOMC Gain
- 50 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 47Ω, 1000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
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