Parasound Introduces Z-Series Zphono Phono Preamplifier

14-Jun-04

Parasound has introduced a miniature, high-quality phono stage preamplifier for use with the majority today's audio and home theater equipment that does not include phono inputs compatible with LP turntables. The Parasound Zphono cleanly boosts the output from either moving coil or moving magnet phonograph cartridges in order to drive the line level inputs of modern preamplifiers and receivers. The Zphono is half the width of a traditional audio component, and is designed for professional rack-mounting or standalone applications. The Zphono employs advanced circuitry and high quality components to provide the extra gain stage and RIAA equalization circuitry that are required for highly accurate and low-noise reproduction of the low level output of a phonograph cartridge. A rear panel switch is used to select between moving magnet or moving coil cartridges. The Zphono also features an exclusive AC line polarity switch to ensure hum-free performance in all installations.Part of Parasound's problem-solving Z-series matched mini-components, the Zphono features a chassis that is just 1 rack space tall and 9-1/2 inches wide, half the width of a conventional audio component. An optional Zblank adaptor can be used to mount Zphono alone a 19-inch rack, while an SBS side-by-side adaptor allows it to be mounted two abreast with another Z-series component. The Zphono includes no-mar isolation feet for standalone use, and a high quality removable AC power cord. The Parasound Zphono is currently available at a suggested retail price of $150.For more information, visit www.parasound.com.

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