MCP-2 vs Nagra BPS
The BPS's signal-to-noise is 77 dB against the MCP-2's 93 dB, its thd 0.150% against 0.004%, its mm gain 51 dB against 62 dB, and its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 8.3V RMS.
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MCP-2
SoundsmithAmplifiersPhono Pre-Amps
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,500
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the MCP-2
The Soundsmith MCP-2 is a high-performance moving coil (MC) phono preamplifier designed to accommodate low-output MC and moving iron cartridges with flexible loading and very low noise. It provides continuously variable input loading from 10 Ohms to 5 kOhms via a front-panel control, allowing precise matching to a wide range of cartridges. The MCP-2 features accurate RIAA equalization, ultra-low noise circuitry, and fully shielded internal step-up transformers. It is housed in a compact aluminum chassis and powered by an external 24V DC supply. Hand-assembled in the USA from high-grade audio components.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.004%
- SNR
- 93 dB
- Output Voltage
- 8.3V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 10000Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 62 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- Yes
- Loading Options
- 10Ω, 5000Ω
- Adjustable Capacitance
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 114.3 × 53.98 × 180.98 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.42 kg (1 lbs)
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