JJ243

About the JJ243

The JJ Electronic JJ-243 is a high-end stereo tube preamplifier designed primarily for use with turntable cartridges, supporting both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) types with output voltages from 0.6mV. It features a phono stage with selectable load resistance (10 to 2200 Ohms) for MC inputs and adjustable input capacitance (100 to 570 pF) for MM inputs, controlled via knobs on the back panel. The preamp uses a total of eight tubes: 6 x E88CC and 2 x ECC82, with four E88CC tubes dedicated internally to the phono stage. It offers three line inputs and one phono input, with two regulated and one unregulated outputs. The noise floor is rated at 68 dB down, and the gain is a minimum of 60 dB. The unit measures 13.4 inches wide, 15 inches deep, and 7 inches tall, weighing approximately 10 kg (30 lbs). The chassis is finished with maple wood available in various colors, and optional 24 karat gold plating is offered. The JJ-243 is known for its robust build quality and is designed to complement JJ Electronic's range of tube amplifiers, delivering exceptional sound quality and flexibility for audiophiles.