ELAC Audio Alchemy PPA-2 Phono Pre-Amplifier

Alchemy performs LP magic.

The Alchemy PPA-2 is a full-featured phono preamp that uses all analog, discrete FET gain and EQ stages to transform microscopic grooves in vinyl into stunningly lifelike music. The PPA-2 can be tailored to specific cartridge requirements, with switchable gain for Alchemy performs LP magic.

The Alchemy PPA-2 is a full-featured phono preamp that uses all analog, discrete FET gain and EQ stages to transform microscopic grooves in vinyl into stunningly lifelike music. The PPA-2 can be tailored to specific cartridge requirements, with switchable gain for each channel, MC cartridge loading, and stereo or mono operation. A selection of RCA or XLR inputs and outputs adds even more flexibility to the most versatile phono preamp in its class. each channel, MC cartridge loading, and stereo or mono operation. A selection of RCA or XLR inputs and outputs adds even more flexibility to the most versatile phono preamp in its class.

Features:

• Fully discrete, balanced FET topology from input to output
• DC servo-controlled output stage
• Switchable MM or MC gain for each channel
• MC loading continuously adjustable from 5 Ω to 999 Ω
• Precise MC cartridge loading settings for each input can be displayed on the LCD information screen
• Selectable Stereo or Mono operation
• Highly precise RIAA equalisation using 0.1% metal film resistors and selected metalized polypropylene capacitors
• Selectable rumble filter.
• All signal routing through hermetically sealed gold-on-gold relays
• Ultra-low-noise DC voltage regulators
• Microcontroller completely shits down during normal operation to eliminate any clocking noises
• Internally shielded toroidal transformer and linear power supply for very low radiated hum field
• Provides an improved power source for the Miracord 70 and 90 truntable motor
• 12V trigger input
• Liquid Crystal Display for clear user information