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A phono preamplifier matchs the output of the turntable's phono cartridge to the line input of the preamplifier, integrated amplifier, amplifier, receiver, or audio mixer as the case may be. Manufacturers tend not to include a phono input anymore because many consumers no longer play LPs and records. Many turntables and magnetic pick-up cartridges are however still available in the market. And despite the digitization of music media, many music listeners have come to realize the superiority of record playing. The music sounds natural and real. The signal from phono cartridges is much smaller than from a CD, tape deck, radio tuner, or auxiliary source - so if you connect to any of those inputs you'll not have much volume. More importantly the tone will be totally wrong - all treble and no bass. Why? Because of equalization, or more precisely the lack of it. What you need is a phono preamplifier. It connects between the turntable and amplifier or hi-fi unit. It magnifies the signal to the required level and, equally importantly, it restores the tonal balance. The ability to perform both functions in the laboratory and in actual listening sessions distinguish one phono preamp from another.

We only stock and carry phono preamps that excel in terms of engineering, production quality, musicality and value.

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Stylus for Emerson 101 turntable
Luis Torres (Austin, US)

Stylus for Emerson 101 turntable

Great for DIY

Was glad to get my old turntable working again. The identification and availability of the replacement parts is greatly appreciated.

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LP Tunes replacement ATN-3472CE stylus
Rickey Lofty (Dalton, US)

LP Tunes replacement ATN-3472CE stylus

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Stylus for Signet AM-30s AM30s cartridge
SCOTT P HAMAKER (Toledo, US)
Signet Stylus Replacement

Crisper/cleaner sound from my 1970's-80's analog and digital LP's.
Very pleased.

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LP Tunes Replacement for Sansui SN-50 SN50 stylus
Hermann Koril Ing. (Vienna, AT)
What wonderful sound.

Everything ok.But We shall use it in about 10 years.

Stylus for Marantz TT-432 TT 432 TT432 turntable

Harman Kardon T-55C T 55C T55C Turntable Replacement Belt

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Stylus for Pioneer Empire CE-2000E CE2000E cartridge
Richard Jones (East Syracuse, US)
CE2000E

This stylus fit my 50 year old Pioneer HK-8855 pertectly. Very Satisfied.