UltraPhono vs Clearaudio Nano Phono V2
The Nano Phono V2's mm gain is 34 dB against the UltraPhono's 40 dB, its mc gain 54 dB against 66 dB, and its output impedance 75Ω against 62Ω. Both share thd (0.006%).
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The Mobile Fidelity Sound Labs UltraPhono Phono Stage is engineered to deliver the wide bandwidth transparency and dynamic responsiveness demanded by audiophiles and mastering engineers. Developed in collaboration with renowned audio designer Tim de Paravicini, the UltraPhono replicates the purity of playback found in Mobile Fidelity’s all-analog cutting system. It features selectable gain and loading, making it compatible with nearly any moving-magnet or moving-coil cartridge. The device also includes a high-grade Class A headphone amplifier with a 31-step volume control, a mono switch for mono LPs, and a subsonic filter to address issues with warped records and turntable isolation. The UltraPhono is handcrafted in the U.S.A. and is praised for its immersive soundstage, detail, and dynamic capability at its price point.
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The Nano Phono V2's mm gain is 34 dB against the UltraPhono's 40 dB, its mc gain 54 dB against 66 dB, and its output impedance 75Ω against 62Ω. Both share thd (0.006%).
The LX-LPS's thd is 0.010% against the UltraPhono's 0.006%, its mc gain 70 dB against 66 dB, and its output impedance 47Ω against 62Ω. Both share mm gain (40 dB).
The MM008's thd is 0.013% against the UltraPhono's 0.006%, its mc gain 60 dB against 66 dB, and its output impedance 47Ω against 62Ω. Both share mm gain (40 dB).
The PH-1's mc gain is 65 dB against the UltraPhono's 66 dB, its thd 0.050% against 0.006%, its mm gain 45 dB against 40 dB, and its output impedance 50Ω against 62Ω.
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