VINCENT PHO-701 Phono Preamplifier – Silver

PHO-701 Phono Preamplifier

The PHO-701 Phono Preamplifier represents an advanced evolution of the highly regarded PHO-700, delivering enhanced flexibility, improved cartridge matching, and refined audio performance for vinyl enthusiasts. Designed to connect turntables to standard line-level inputs, the PHO-701 combines tube-based analog amplification with adjustable settings that allow users to optimize performance according to their specific cartridge requirements.

A major advantage of the PHO-701 is its extensive adjustment capability. Through integrated DIP-switch controls, users can precisely configure input impedance and capacitance values to match both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges. This tailored approach eliminates many of the compromises associated with fixed-configuration phono stages, resulting in improved sound quality, enhanced tonal accuracy, and greater fine-detail resolution.

The analog signal path incorporates a 12AU7 vacuum tube, providing the smooth, natural, and musical character often associated with tube-based audio equipment. Combined with carefully engineered circuitry, the tube stage contributes to a rich listening experience while maintaining excellent clarity and detail retrieval.

In addition to high-quality vinyl playback, the PHO-701 includes a USB output that enables direct digitization of vinyl records. Supporting resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz, the USB connection allows users to archive and preserve their record collections in high-resolution digital formats while maintaining much of the original recording quality.

With low distortion, adjustable cartridge loading, dedicated MM and MC support, and premium tube amplification, the PHO-701 offers a versatile solution for serious vinyl listeners. Its combination of analog warmth, precise configuration options, and modern digital archiving capabilities makes it a valuable addition to high-performance audio systems.

Features of PHO-701

• Tube-based phono preamplifier
• Supports MM cartridges
• Supports MC cartridges
• Adjustable DIP-switch configuration
• Adjustable MC input impedance
• Adjustable MM input capacitance
• 12AU7 vacuum tube stage
• Enhanced cartridge matching
• Improved fine-detail resolution
• Low-noise signal amplification
• USB vinyl digitization function
• High-resolution USB output
• Stereo RCA output
• Low distortion performance
• Suitable for audiophile vinyl systems
• Available in black and silver finishes

Specifications of PHO-701