Kora PHONO STAGE Phono Preamp
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Sale price
$4,879.39
Regular price
$7,999.00
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Kora PHONO STAGE Phono Preamp
Sale price
$4,879.39
Regular price
$7,999.00
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The Kora PHONO STAGE Phono Preamp is a true Swiss army knife for vinyl playback, engineered to unlock every subtle detail from your records while adapting precisely to the requirements of your cartridge. Built upon the professional-grade EPC1 D ultra-low-noise laboratory preamplifier, it combines advanced engineering with musical refinement. With fully programmable inputs, flexible cartridge compatibility, and premium construction, the PHONO STAGE delivers ultra-rich, lifelike analog reproduction worthy of the most demanding systems.
Key Features
- Professional-Grade Heritage: Based on the EPC1 D ultra-low-noise laboratory preamp from Kora’s professional division.
- Universal Cartridge Compatibility: Supports moving magnet, moving coil, and variable reluctance cartridges.
- Fully Programmable Inputs: Four inputs with adjustable gain, impedance, capacitance, and connection type.
- Balanced & Unbalanced Options: Two RCA and two XLR inputs, with simultaneous RCA and XLR outputs.
- Advanced Analog Refinement: Cartridge demagnetisation, rumble control, and subsonic filter (‒6 dB at 7 Hz).
The Listening Room Difference
We’re a third-generation family business with a brick-and-mortar showroom in Chestertown, Maryland, and a reputation built on trust, not hype. Whether you’re visiting in person or ordering online, we bring decades of experience, personalized service, and honest guidance to every interaction. We don’t just ship boxes. We help build systems, answer your questions like real humans, and make sure every detail of your setup is right, from the cables to the final connection. Our passion is helping you get the most out of your gear, with support that lasts well beyond the sale.
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Overall Dimension | 320 × 91 × 280 mm |
| Chassis Size Only | 320 × 75 × 260 mm |
| Unit Weight | 5 kg |
| Manufacturer’s Warranty | 5 years |
| Materials | Aluminium and steel |
| Finish | Mineral grey |
| Accessories | Power cord, instructions |
| Construction & Design | Toulouse, Occitania region, France |
| Electronic Features | |
| Power Supply | IEC socket 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz |
| Consumption (Stand-by) | < 0.5 VA |
| Consumption (Normal Operation) | < 10 VA |
| Special Features | Cartridge demagnetization, rumble control, ‒6 dB cutoff at 7 Hz |
| Maximum Output Voltage | 8 V RMS |
| Symmetrical Output | Analog on 3-pin male XLR sockets |
| Asymmetrical Output | Analog on RCA sockets (coaxial cable) |
| Input 1 & 2 | Analog — selectable symmetrical or asymmetrical on XLR |
| Input 3 & 4 | Analog — asymmetrical on RCA |
| Gain | Programmable: 150, 300, 500, 750, 1000, 1500, 3000 |
| Input Impedance | Programmable 50 kΩ or adjustable 10–1270 Ω (in 10 Ω steps) |
| Input Capacitor | Programmable 0–1.5 nF (in 0.1 nF steps) |
| Input Noise | 70 nV on the audio band |
| Correction | RIAA curve ±1 dB |
| Bandwidth | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Internal Impedance (Output) | < 50 Ω |
Made with care
Great value
Elegant design
Quality materials
Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
Shipping & Returns
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.
We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.
