Nagra Classic Phono Stage - ON DISPLAY
Our Price | $26,500.00 CAD |
Nagra Classic Phono stage on display.
DESIGN
New generation Nagra custom made input transformers
Full tube in Class A totalizing four triodes
Featuring two inputs, one MC / MM and one MM
Adjustable and customizable cartridge loading
Selection of RIAA, TELDEC and COLUMBIA curves
Accommodates mono cartridges
Mono selector for mono records made with a stereo cutter
Adjustable gain from 38 to 64 dB
New built-in silent power supply, can be upgraded with a Classic PSU
INPUTS
The MC input features a new generation of custom made Nagra transformer using the special magnetic core of the HD PREAMP.
The gain selection on the front panel allows you to match the cartridge or the record very easily.
For MC cartridges, gain of 54 or 64 dB, for MM, 8 or 48 dB.
The various and numerous settings allow you to match your cartridge collection and the record very closely.
VACUUM TUBES
The CLASSIC PHONO exclusively uses tubes as active electronic components.
2x E88CC/ 6922
1x ECC81/B739
1x ECC83/B759
All the tubes are going through and individual selection by Nagra Laboratory.
SOUND AND IMPRESSION
The first notes strike with density and extension. The CLASSIC PHONO impresses immediately with its sheer quality. The linear phase response is clearly audible with a very faithful stereo and 3D image. The timbre of the instruments is extremely natural. After a few minutes of critical listening you simply want to rediscover your music collection and enjoy it!
The CLASSIC PSU power supply, derived from the HD line, will take the CLASSIC PHONO to new heights.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
ELECTRONICS
Transformer ratio: | 16 dB |
Tube stage gain:
@ 1 kHz, no load |
MM Gain switch LOW 37.7 dB Gain switch HIGH 47.7 dB MC Gain switch LOW 53.9 dB Gain switch HIGH 63.9 dB |
Frequency response: | 20 Hz – 50 kHz +0.6 dB RIAA, TELDEC, -0.2 dB COLUMBIA LP 100 Hz – 50 kHz +/- 0.2 dB |
Signal to noise ratio: | > -82 dB (ASA A) With dummy loads connected to the inputs |
Total harmonic distortion (THD + N): | Please refer to the below graph |
Crosstalk: | > -75 dB (typically > -82 dB) |
Interchannel phase: | < 4° (typically 0.35°) @ 20 kHz |
Output level: | 1 V RMS for 0 dB Large tolerance to smoothly provide 2 V RMS |
Output impedance: | < 500 Ω (typically 470 Ω) |
Vacuum tubes:
Selected by Nagra Laboratory |
2x E88CC/ 6922 1x ECC81/B739 1x ECC83/B759 |
Power supply: | Internal 100 – 240 V~ ±10% / 50-60 Hz With Mains or 1rwith optional CLASSIC PSU 1x 12.6 V / 1.5 A w (Standby <1 W) |
Power consumption: | PMAX 35 W |
Mains fuse: | T 500 mA FST 5 x 20 mm 250 V |
GENERAL
Operating temperature: | +15 °C to +35 °C Moderate climate +59 °F to +95 °F |
Operating environment: | Indoor only IP30 |
Weight: | 5.4 kg – 11.9 lbs CLASSIC PHONO unit alone with 1x MC / MM input and 1x MC input |
Dimension: | 350 (390 from nose of the modulometer to back of the connectors) x 277 x 80mm (15.4 x 10.9 x 3.2 inches) – Add 3cm or 1.2 inches with a VFS plate placed under |