R15 vs Pass Labs Xono
The Xono's signal-to-noise is 90 dB against the R15's 83 dB, its thd 0.050% against 0.020%, and its mc gain 71 dB against 60 dB. Both share mm gain (40 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,399
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About the R15
The Primare R15 phono preamplifier provides the ideal interface between moving magnet (MM) or moving coil (MC) cartridges and line-level hi-fi systems. Based on the acclaimed R35 circuit design, it features a low-noise signal path, adjustable gain, impedance, and capacitance loading via rear DIP switches, a switchable subsonic filter, and fully discrete analog circuitry for superior clarity and musicality. Housed in a robust, vibration-dampening aluminum chassis available in black or titanium finishes, it includes automatic standby, trigger in/out, and ground terminal for optimal integration. Praised for its quiet background, detail retrieval, and build quality, it earned the EISA Phono Preamp 2020-2021 award and remains in production.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.020%
- SNR
- 83 dB
- Output Voltage
- 11.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 11.0V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 2500Ω, 47000Ω, 30Ω, 500Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 350 × 73 × 339 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.5 kg (14 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black, titanium
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions