PP 2e vs PP2
The PP2's mm gain is 34 dB against the PP 2e's 35 dB and its mc gain 56 dB against 60 dB. Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB) and thd (0.030%).
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The NAD PP 2e Phono Preamplifier delivers superb performance in a clean, simple, and compact package at a budget-friendly price. It features switchable inputs for moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) phono cartridges, allowing compatibility with any turntable. Key highlights include low-noise wide-band amplification, gold-plated RCA input/output jacks, an external 23.5V DC power supply for reduced interference, signal-sensing auto power down for energy savings, LED power indicator, and RIAA equalization accurate to ±0.3dB. It connects easily between turntables and amplifiers/receivers lacking built-in phono stages, breathing new life into vinyl playback with detailed, open sound.
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The PP2's mm gain is 34 dB against the PP 2e's 35 dB and its mc gain 56 dB against 60 dB. Both share signal-to-noise (80 dB) and thd (0.030%).
The OBH-8's signal-to-noise is 76 dB against the PP 2e's 80 dB, its mm gain 37 dB against 35 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.030%, and its mc gain 40 dB against 60 dB.
The 114's signal-to-noise is 98 dB against the PP 2e's 80 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.030%, and its mc gain 55 dB against 60 dB. Both share mm gain (35 dB).
The PP 4's signal-to-noise is 76 dB against the PP 2e's 80 dB and its mc gain 58 dB against 60 dB. Both share thd (0.030%) and mm gain (35 dB).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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