ELAC PPA-2 Alchemy Series Phono Preamplifier
ELAC PPA-2 Overview:
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 versatile phono preamp.
Key Features
- Fully discrete, balanced FET topology from input to output
- DC servo-controlled output stage
- Switchable MM or MC gain for each channel
- Precise MC cartridge loading settings for each input can be displayed on the LCD information screen
- Selectable stereo or mono operation
- Highly precise RIAA equalization using metal film resistors and selected metalized polypropylene capacitors
- Selectable rumble filter
- Signal routing through hermetically sealed gold-on-gold relays
- Ultra-low-noise DC voltage regulators
- Microcontroller completely shuts down during normal operation to eliminate any clocking noises
- Internally shielded toroidal transformer and linear power supply for very low radiated hum field
- 12V trigger input
- Liquid crystal display for clear user information
ELAC PPA-2 Specs
General
Product Type Phono preamplifier
Enclosure Color Black
Audio System
Audio Channels Stereo
Functions Phono preamplifier
Audio Specifications Preamplifier - Response Bandwidth - 10 - 20000 Hz - SNR - 86 dB - THD - 0.005%
Features MM and MC cartridges supported, rack mountable, switchable input impedance
Connections
Connectors 2 x phono input (RCA x 2) - rear
Balanced audio input (XLR x 2) - rear
Audio line-out (RCA x 2) - rear
Balanced audio output (XLR x 2) - rear
Power
Voltage Required AC 100/120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Dimensions & Weight
Width 17.5 in
Depth 15 in
Height 2 in
Weight 11.99 lbs
Packaging Info
Package Weight 16.345 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 23.2 x 19 x 4.2"
