Steelhead V2 vs Zesto Audio Andros PS-1
The Andros PS-1's mm gain is 45 dB against the Steelhead V2's 50 dB, its weight 9 kg (20 lbs) against 6.8 kg (15 lbs), and its height 127 mm against 89 mm. Both share mc gain (65 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,800
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About the Steelhead V2
The Steelhead V2 is a premium phono stage that supports both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges. It includes a custom-wound autoformer for impedance matching and step-up gain. The unit is equipped with two Sovtek 6922 tubes for gain and four JAN NOS GE 7044 tubes for output buffering. It offers a 4-step adjustable gain of 50, 55, 60, and 65 dB at 1 kHz. The Steelhead V2 also features a variable output impedance and includes anti-RFI grounding options.
Specifications
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 50 dB
- MC Gain
- 65 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 483 × 89 × 394 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.8 kg (15 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions