Alva Duo | Phono Preamp for MM & MC Turntables

Vinyl As It's Meant To Be Heard

For music enthusiasts reviving their vinyl collections or embracing the analogue experience, there's a unique thrill in dropping the needle on a beloved album. To preserve the warm, authentic sound of vinyl, the Alva Duo phono preamplifier has been meticulously engineered with state-of-the-art components.

Why Opt For A Dedicated Phono Preamplifier? Due to the low-level signals generated by turntables, not all hi-fi amplifiers can directly connect to a record player. The phono preamplifier boosts this signal to a level that a power amplifier can process. However, introducing noise at this stage is a common challenge.

The Alva Duo has been designed to overcome this, utilizing exceptional components that deliver the rich, detailed vinyl sound without compromising the signal from your moving magnet cartridge turntable. Its switch-mode power supply operates outside the audible frequency range, drastically reducing hum.

Vinyl, Just For You If your vinyl collection includes some well-loved, worn records, the Alva Duo's subsonic filter helps eliminate low-frequency rumbles caused by imperfections. Paired with the balance control to handle potential cartridge imbalances in your turntable (which can create left-right channel differences), the result is a refined, accurately-staged listening experience.

Attention To Detail The Alva Duo's switch-mode power supply and surface-mount circuit board design deliver short signal paths and a faster response, ensuring precision and lower background noise. You'll hear your vinyl's low-level signals clearly, without any unwanted hum.

Green At Heart The Alva Duo is eco-conscious, with less than half a watt of standby power consumption and an auto power-down feature if unused for 20 minutes. It also features universal worldwide voltage compatibility.

From The Brand Cambridge Audio is driven by a passion for exceptional sound, constantly experimenting and innovating to elevate the listening experience. Their products are designed by hi-fi engineers and made for music lovers, delivering power, precision, and accessibility.

Technical Specifications: - Max Power Consumption: 10W - Cartridge Support: Moving Magnet, Moving Coil - Gain @ 1kHz: MM 39dB, MC 60dB - Nominal Output: 300mV - Sensitivity for Nominal Output: MM 3.35mV, MC 305μV - Dimensions: 1.9" x 8.5" x 6.2" - Weight: 2.1lbs

Whether you're dusting off your record collection or embracing the vinyl revival, the Alva Duo phono preamplifier from Cambridge Audio delivers the warm, authentic sound you crave, with meticulous attention to detail and engineering.

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