In The Groove vs Bryston BP-2
The BP-2's mc gain is 61 dB against the In The Groove's 62 dB, its mm gain 41 dB against 43 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.040%, and its output voltage 1.8V RMS against 5.5V RMS.
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In The Groove
Pathos AcousticsAmplifiersPhono Pre-Amps
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,295 - $1,995
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the In The Groove
Pathos Acoustics In The Groove is a compact, handmade-in-Italy phono preamplifier designed for MM and MC cartridges. It uses passive RIAA preamplification, a separate linear power supply, and front/rear-panel adjustments for impedance, capacitance, and gain to optimize cartridge matching and sound tuning. The unit is offered in two finishes and features both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.040%
- Output Voltage
- 5.5V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 75Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 5.5V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 43 dB
- MC Gain
- 62 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 75Ω, 100Ω, 150Ω, 200Ω, 300Ω, 470Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 200 × 70 × 260 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 2.3 kg (5 lbs)
- Available Colors
- aluminum
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