iFi ZEN Phono 3
iFi ZEN Phono 3
iFi ZEN Phono 3 preamplifier with intelligent subsonic filter and support for both MM and MC cartridges
Your records, both old and new, deserve faithful sound reproduction without noise or distracting warp rumble. The iFi ZEN Phono 3 preamplifier processes the signal from your cartridge and uses an intelligent subsonic filter to eliminate the low-frequency rumble from warped records, leaving the track's original bass untouched. It supports both MM and MC cartridge types with four gain settings from 36 to 72dB. You can also adjust the load impedance independently of the gain, allowing you to fine-tune the sound precisely to your cartridge. The RIAA equalisation circuit operates with a tolerance of just ±0.15dB, and the signal-to-noise ratio reaches up to -151dBV, ensuring the recording's background remains silent even at higher volumes.
Key features of the iFi ZEN Phono 3 preamplifier
- Intelligent subsonic filter removes bass rumble from warped records without altering the track's sound
- Supports both MM and MC cartridge types
- Four gain settings from 36dB to 72dB
- Independent input load impedance adjustment
- RIAA equalisation circuit maintains a ±0.15dB tolerance from 20Hz to 20kHz
- Transmits frequencies from 20Hz to 80kHz on the balanced output
- Achieves a signal-to-noise ratio of up to -151dBV
- Channel crosstalk over 75dB
- Features both balanced and unbalanced outputs
- Isolated power supply keeps background noise to a minimum
- Powered by an external DC 5V/0.5A supply
Intelligent subsonic filter
Removes bass rumble from warped records without affecting the track's bass or adding signal delay.
MM and MC cartridge support
A gain range of 36 to 72dB covers virtually any cartridge, even as you gradually upgrade your vinyl setup.
Gain range of 36 to 72dB
The load adjustment button fine-tunes the impedance independently of the gain, supporting a wide range of cartridges.Intelligent subsonic filter and precise adjustment for MM and MC cartridges
Older records are often slightly warped. While conventional subsonic filters can help, they also cut out the music's bass along with the rumble. The filter in the iFi ZEN Phono 3 preamplifier works smarter, distinguishing between record warp and the musical signal to remove only what doesn't belong. This keeps the track's bassline rich and full. The preamplifier also supports both MM and MC cartridge types with four gain levels from 36 to 72dB. A dedicated button for load adjustment lets you modify the input impedance independently of the gain, so you can fine-tune the sound to perfectly match your cartridge.
Precise RIAA equalisation and a near-silent noise floor
Vinyl records are pressed with an inverted RIAA equalisation curve, which the preamplifier must accurately reverse during playback. The RIAA equalisation circuit in the ZEN Phono 3 uses parallel-connected TDK C0G capacitors for stability and minimal distortion. The resulting curve maintains a tolerance of just ±0.15dB across the 20Hz to 20kHz range, ensuring you hear the record with greater fidelity. The isolated power supply amplifies only the audio signal itself, keeping the noise floor virtually silent with a signal-to-noise ratio of up to -151dBV. For even quieter operation, you can pair the ZEN Phono 3 with the external iFi iPower2 supply featuring active noise cancellation.
A compact body for any hi-fi system
The body of the ZEN Phono 3 preamplifier measures 158×115×35mm and weighs 456g, so it fits easily alongside your turntable and the rest of your hi-fi setup. Both balanced and unbalanced outputs provide connectivity to a wide range of amplifiers and receivers. The device is powered by an external DC 5V/0.5A supply, with power consumption ranging between 1.5W and 1.8W.
Specifications
| Code: | MCaaa0784 |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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