Xono vs Primare R15
The R15's signal-to-noise is 83 dB against the Xono's 90 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.050%, and its mc gain 60 dB against 71 dB. Both share mm gain (40 dB).
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,750
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About the Xono
The Pass Labs Xono is a high-end phono preamplifier designed for use with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges. It features extremely low noise and distortion, high adjustable gain, high output swing, variable cartridge loading, and balanced output. The Xono uses three stages of circuitry and is known for its precise RIAA response, with an accuracy of ±0.1 dB across the 20-20 kHz frequency range. It offers gain settings of 40 dB for MM cartridges and up to 76 dB for MC cartridges when using balanced output. The device is designed by Wayne Colburn and is backed by a three-year warranty from Pass Laboratories. It consumes 20 watts of power and has dimensions of 17 inches wide, 11.5 inches deep, and 3.5 inches high, weighing 46 pounds.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.050%
- SNR
- 90 dB
- Output Voltage
- 20.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 300Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 71 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 47000Ω, 1000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 431.8 × 88.9 × 292.1 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 20.87 kg (46 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions