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Vertere Calon
Vertere’s Calon high-end phono stage sets sky-high performance standards and has a price tag to match.
Best phono preamps 2025: budget to high-end, tried and tested
Best buys To be able to listen to turntables through your system, you'll need a phono stage (also called a phono preamp). These are the best models we've reviewed across all budgets and types.
iFi Zen Phono 3
Versatile features and a refined, big-scale sound from a compact unit make the iFi Phono 3 a decent, affordable option if you’re looking to upgrade your vinyl system.
Musical Fidelity's phono preamp promises reference-class performance without the high price tag
The M8x Vinyl is a fully balanced phono preamp, taking trickle-down tech from higher-end units to deliver a "reference-class" sound.
Vertere Phono-1 MkII L
UPDATED The Vertere Phono-1 MkII L benefits from a range of circuit refinements that lift its performance to new highs
Moon 110LP v2
UPDATED Moon’s entry-level phono stage delivers a fine sound wrapped in a neat and well-made package.
Rega Fono MM Mk5
Updated The new casework looks smart, but the unchanged circuitry still sets the sonic standard at this price.
Dan D’Agostino's Momentum C2 preamplifier can double as a dream source
Dan D’Agostino has expanded its Momentum range with a preamp that also has the potential to become a dream source.
