Phono Module vs Accuphase C-57
The C-57's signal-to-noise is 102 dB against the Phono Module's 100 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.010%, its mm gain 34 dB against 38 dB, and its mc gain 64 dB against 58 dB.
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The Octave Audio Phono Module is a high-end, modular phono preamplifier designed for MM and MC cartridges with multiple interchangeable input and output boards. It combines a solid-state MC input stage with a tube-based RIAA/equalization stage using three tubes, and it can be configured as a phono stage or, with direct-drive output modules, as a full-function preamplifier capable of driving a power amplifier directly. Pricing varies by configuration; examples in current retailer listings place it around $6,000, while review-era configuration ranges ran roughly $5,400 to $7,500 depending on modules included.
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The C-57's signal-to-noise is 102 dB against the Phono Module's 100 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.010%, its mm gain 34 dB against 38 dB, and its mc gain 64 dB against 58 dB.
The C500's signal-to-noise is 80 dB against the Phono Module's 100 dB, its mm gain 40.5 dB against 38 dB, its mc gain 53.5 dB against 58 dB, and its thd 0.050% against 0.010%.
The LP2 Deluxe's output impedance is 3500Ω against the Phono Module's 240Ω and its input impedance 47Ω against 1000Ω. Both share mm gain (38 dB) and mc gain (58 dB).
The A-S2200's signal-to-noise is 110 dB against the Phono Module's 100 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 38 dB, its mc gain 55 dB against 58 dB, and its thd 0.070% against 0.010%.
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