Nova II vs Rogue Audio Stealth
The Stealth's mc gain is 65 dB against the Nova II's 60 dB, its output impedance 100Ω against 100000Ω, and its weight 8.2 kg (18 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs). Both share mm gain (40 dB).
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$650
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About the Nova II
The Nova II is a battery-powered, solid-state phono preamplifier for moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. It uses discrete dual-mono circuitry developed by Michael Yee, with two rechargeable internal NiMH battery packs and a smart-sensing charging system that disconnects the AC charging circuitry during battery operation. Rear-panel controls provide extensive gain, resistive-loading, and capacitive-loading adjustments, while a front-panel proximity switch and status LEDs indicate operating and charging modes. The unit was built in California and supports RIAA phono equalization.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Impedance
- 100000Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 30Ω, 40Ω, 50Ω, 59Ω, 80Ω, 100Ω, 121Ω, 150Ω, 243Ω, 280Ω, 380Ω, 475Ω, 660Ω, 1000Ω, 2000Ω, 50000Ω, 100000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 254 × 64 × 267 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 2.27 kg (5 lbs)
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