Artisan vs Lindemann Limetree Phono II
The Limetree Phono II's signal-to-noise is 82 dB against the Artisan's 95 dB, its mc gain 66 dB against 60 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 35 dB, and its thd 0.001% against 0.100%.
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About the Artisan
ZYX Artisan is a Japanese, battery-powered phono preamplifier for moving-magnet and moving-coil phono cartridges. It uses a passive CR-type RIAA equalization network, FET gain stages, and a low-noise battery-based power supply. The unit has separate MC and MM inputs, a single unbalanced RCA output, and a wooden chassis. ZYX’s official news information states that the Artisan product was deleted because it is discontinued; remaining examples are therefore generally used or dealer-held stock. Some later listings describe a Premium Artisan variant, which should not be confused with the standard Artisan.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.100%
- SNR
- 95 dB
- Output Impedance
- 600Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 35 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Loading Options
- 125Ω, 47000Ω
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 154 × 66 × 192 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.675 kg (1 lbs)
- Available Colors
- black urushi, clear urethane, red
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