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Nagra's Compact Phono is an 'entry-level' model with outstanding high-end expertise behind it

By Kashfia Kabir published

Stunning Swiss precision and performance for a more wallet-friendly price?

Musical Fidelity's phono preamp promises reference-class performance without the high price tag

By Harry McKerrell published

The M8x Vinyl is a fully balanced phono preamp, taking trickle-down tech from higher-end units to deliver a "reference-class" sound.

New to vinyl? Avoid making this common mistake with your first turntable system

By Becky Roberts published

Vinyl systems don't just require a record player, amplifier and speakers to work. There is one obscure but crucial extra ingredient...

Best phono preamps 2025: budget to high-end, tried and tested

By Kashfia Kabir last updated

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.

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The Cyrus 40 PPA aims to improve upon one of the best phono stages we have heard in the past decade

By Kashfia Kabir published

Extensive upgrades inside and outside

iFi Zen Phono 3

By Kashfia Kabir published

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.

First look: Chord Electronics unveils flagship Ultima Phonostage at High End Munich 2025

By Kashfia Kabir published

Officially launching later this year

Vertere Acoustics unveils exquisitely engineered high-end Calon phono stage at High End Munich

By Ketan Bharadia published

Vertere's new high-end Calon takes a 'first principles' approach to phono stage design

Pro-Ject Phono Box DS2

By What Hi-Fi? published

A good sounding and sensibly-priced MM/MC phono stage that works well with a wide range of cartridges.

Pro-Ject treads new ground with a fresh phono stage and its first step-up transformers

By Ainsley Walker published

A phono stage featuring balanced outputs and two different step-up transformers look to improve a wide range of set-ups

Moon 110LP v2

By What Hi-Fi? last updated

UPDATED Moon’s entry-level phono stage delivers a fine sound wrapped in a neat and well-made package.

UPDATED

Michell's high-end Apollo phono stage and Muse power supply are designed to preserve "the integrity of the music" for vinyl enthusiasts

By Kashfia Kabir published

Two-box solution for noise reduction and greater signal integrity

Vertere Phono-1 MkII L

By What Hi-Fi? last updated

UPDATED The Vertere Phono-1 MkII L benefits from a range of circuit refinements that lift its performance to new highs

UPDATED

Rega Fono MM Mk5

By What Hi-Fi? last updated

Updated The new casework looks smart, but the unchanged circuitry still sets the sonic standard at this price.

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Bryston’s all-analogue BP-19 could be the perfect preamp for vinyl junkies

By Becky Roberts published

Bryston’s latest preamplifier is a fully balanced design featuring many of the developments found in the next-model-up BP-20.

Vertere Calon

By Ketan Bharadia published

Vertere’s Calon high-end phono stage sets sky-high performance standards and has a price tag to match.

Elevate your vinyl experience: Technics' turntable and wireless speakers in perfect harmony

By What Hi-Fi? published

Connect the SL-1200GR2 turntable to the SC-CX700 wireless speakers' integrated phono stage for a hassle-free and rich audio experience.

Lenco's new flagship turntable combines Bluetooth streaming with upgradable components

By Ainsley Walker published

The Lenco LBT-345WA combines traditional connectivity with Bluetooth 5.2 and a built-in phono stage.

Pro-Ject's new T2 duo of turntables are here to provide you with "years of musical bliss"

By Harry McKerrell published

Whether you just want a spinner on its own or one with a phono stage built in, the new Pro-Ject T2 duo has you covered.

Rega Fono Mini A2D Mk2

By What Hi-Fi? published

Rega’s excellent entry-level phono stage gets a mild cosmetic make-over

The Transparent Turntable offers a stylish solution to ampless set-ups

By Ainsley Walker published

A first turntable for Transparent now sits alongside the company’s range of stylish see-through speakers.

Updated iFi Zen DAC 3 follows in five-star footsteps, but will it deliver sonic bliss?

By Harry McKerrell published

The Zen DAC 3 is designed to be a versatile DAC/headphone amplifier, while the Zen Phono 3 is geared towards vinyl lovers.

Fiio's fully automatic Bluetooth turntable promises a modern, fun design

By Kashfia Kabir published

A fresh take on turntable design, Fiio's automatic Bluetooth record player has multiple buttons and comes with a remote.

Attention, audiophiles: McIntosh wants you to achieve "audio nirvana" with its "masterpiece" preamps

By Harry McKerrell published

The new C55 solid state and C2800 vacuum tube preamplifiers are part of the next generation for McIntosh, and boy do they talk a big game.

How to easily add a turntable to your music or TV system

By Becky Roberts last updated

You can connect a record player to a Bluetooth speaker, soundbar or virtually any other home audio setup

The Nu-Vista revival continues as Musical Fidelity announces high-end DAC and phono stage units

By Ainsley Walker published

The Nu-Vista DAC and Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 phono stage join Musical Fidelity’s flagship range

Pro-Ject's affordable turntable range promises high-fidelity sound and versatile features

By Kashfia Kabir last updated

Promising to deliver high-fidelity sound on a budget, the T1 Evo range comprises three models offering three different feature sets.

DS Audio DS 003

By What Hi-Fi? published

This optical cartridge/phono stage package shows there might be a better way for cartridges to work.

Musical Fidelity's new stereo amplifier houses HDMI ARC and a built-in phono stage

By Harry McKerrell published

Musical Fidelity unveils a dual drop at this year's Bristol Hi-Fi Show, and we've got the key details before the 'official' launch.

This trio of versatile, affordable turntables is designed for the modern vinyl fan

By Kashfia Kabir published

Lenco's trio of affordable, versatile turntables feature convenient features – Bluetooth, automatic operation, built-in phono preamp – for the modern vinyl fan.

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