20 Best Phono Preamps [2024]

Are you looking for the best phono preamps? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling phono preamps.

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1 Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input,... Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA...
2 ART DJPREII Phono Preamplifier ART DJPREII Phono Preamplifier
3 Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input,... Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA...
4 Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box DC - MM/MC Phono preamp with line Output - Blk Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box DC - MM/MC Phono preamp with line Output - Blk
5 rolls Phono Preamp, Red (VP29) rolls Phono Preamp, Red (VP29)
6 GOgroove Phono Preamp Pro Preamplifier with RCA Input / Output , DIN Connection , RIAA Equalization... GOgroove Phono Preamp Pro Preamplifier with RCA Input / Output , DIN Connection , RIAA...
7 Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with 9V Battery... Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with 9V...
8 Fluance PA10 High Fidelity Phono Preamp (Preamplifier) with RIAA Equalization for MM... Fluance PA10 High Fidelity Phono Preamp (Preamplifier) with RIAA Equalization for MM...
9 FX AUDIO MM Phono Preamp Turntable Preamplifier RIAA Amplified Line Output Mini Stereo Audio Hi-Fi... FX AUDIO MM Phono Preamp Turntable Preamplifier RIAA Amplified Line Output Mini Stereo Audio...
10 Kinter PR400 Ultra Compact Phono Vinyl Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph... Kinter PR400 Ultra Compact Phono Vinyl Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph...
11 Fosi Audio Box X2 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Phonograph Preamplifier with Gain Gear Mini Stereo... Fosi Audio Box X2 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Phonograph Preamplifier with Gain Gear Mini...
12 Cambridge Audio Alva Duo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Turntables Cambridge Audio Alva Duo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Turntables
13 Nobsound T3 MM Phono Preamp Record Player Preamplifier HiFi Turntable Amplifier Nobsound T3 MM Phono Preamp Record Player Preamplifier HiFi Turntable Amplifier
14 Fosi Audio Box X1 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Mini Stereo Audio Hi-Fi Phonograph/Record Player... Fosi Audio Box X1 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Mini Stereo Audio Hi-Fi Phonograph/Record Player...
15 iFi Audio Zen Phono Preamp for Turntables / Record Players iFi Audio Zen Phono Preamp for Turntables / Record Players
16 Pro-Ject Tube Box S2 Phono Preamplifier (Black) Pro-Ject Tube Box S2 Phono Preamplifier (Black)
17 Parasound Zphono MM/MC Phono Preamplifier with USB Parasound Zphono MM/MC Phono Preamplifier with USB
18 Vincent PHO 701 Phono Preamplifier MM/MC w/Outboard Power Supply Silver Vincent PHO 701 Phono Preamplifier MM/MC w/Outboard Power Supply Silver
19 Cambridge Audio Alva Solo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet Turntable Cambridge Audio Alva Solo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet Turntable
20 Pro-Ject - Phono Box S2 (Black) Pro-Ject - Phono Box S2 (Black)
Bestseller No. 1
Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input,...
  • CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can...
  • LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms It’s...
  • CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music For the receiver, this...
  • SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground Then, connect the...
  • 1 YEAR WARRANTY: We guarantee this electric phono preamplifier with both a 30 day no hassle money back return policy and a 1 year manufacturer’s...
Bestseller No. 2
ART DJPREII Phono Preamplifier
  • Dual RCA-type inputs
  • Dual RCA-type outputs
  • Ground terminal
  • Power: 12V DC (Adapter included)
  • Dimensions: 1.75 H x 4.2 W x 3.5 inches D (44.5 x 107 x 89mm)
SaleBestseller No. 3
Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input,...
  • CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can...
  • LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms. It’s...
  • CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music. For the receiver, this...
  • SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground. Then, connect...
Bestseller No. 4
Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box DC - MM/MC Phono preamp with line Output - Blk
  • Compact phono preamplifier
  • Adjusts for MM or MC cartridge via switch on rear panel
  • Small size allows installation close to record player
  • Ultra-low impedance output stage
Bestseller No. 5
Bestseller No. 6
GOgroove Phono Preamp Pro Preamplifier with RCA Input / Output , DIN Connection , RIAA Equalization...
  • COMPACT DESIGN fits on your bookshelf, desk, table so you can connect your turntable to your stereo receiver, speakers, or other audio device in any...
  • IMPROVED, HIGH-END CIRCUIT now converts turntables phono sound quality to line level for less distortion with better sounding audio and volume
  • RCA & DIN CONNECTION hooks up to record players for smooth audio with vintage records | PLUG IN YOUR HEADPHONES to the 1/4 connector to the headphone...
  • EASY TO SET UP OUT OF THE BOX for a simple hook up the preamp to both turntable and audio device so you can enjoy vinyl in no time | SWITCH OFF THE...
  • RIAA EQUALIZATION boosts the volume signal for balanced, clear audio | FILTER BUTTON rolls off the low end and helps eliminates rumble | BACKED BY 3...
SaleBestseller No. 7
Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with 9V Battery...
  • CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can...
  • LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms. It’s...
  • CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music. For the receiver, this...
  • SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground. Then, connect...
Bestseller No. 8
Fluance PA10 High Fidelity Phono Preamp (Preamplifier) with RIAA Equalization for MM...
  • UNCOMPROMISED PHONO AMPLIFICATION AND EQUALIZATION - Precisely converts the turntable phono signal to line level, featuring an ultra high-accuracy...
  • SOPHISTICATED CIRCUIT DESIGN ENGINEERED WITH PREMIUM COMPONENTS - High accuracy components, low noise power supply, and low impedance output stage...
  • VIVID STEREO SOUNDSTAGE - Utilizing individual left and right channel OP amps provide optimal channel separation and virtually no crosstalk during...
  • LOW FREQUENCY RUMBLE FILTERING - This selectable high pass filter rolls off the low end frequencies below 20Hz. This slow gentle roll off is helpful...
  • PROTECTED FROM ANY ELECTRONIC INTERFERENCE - Internal metal shielding enclosure to block electro-magnetic interference and electronic noise
Bestseller No. 9
FX AUDIO MM Phono Preamp Turntable Preamplifier RIAA Amplified Line Output Mini Stereo Audio Hi-Fi...
  • ♪ HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL—The phono preamplifier is dedicated to vinyl record turntable, providing sound amplification and reducing distortion and...
  • ♪ MM PHONO—The HiFi phono preamp adopt Moving Magnet, which is more suitable for rock, popular, and even jazz. The output level of MM phono is...
  • ♪ SPECIAL FOR TURNTABLE —The PHONO preamplifier is designed to be used for amplifier without "PHONO" input. The one of feature is audio RIAA curve...
  • ♪ ADVANCE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS COMBINATION—The record player preamp adopts OP amp IC (NJM2068) and high quality positive and negative power...
  • ♪ INPUT & OUTPUT—MM input is mainly connected with left and right channels of vinyl record turntable;GND is the ground connection between ground...
Bestseller No. 10
Kinter PR400 Ultra Compact Phono Vinyl Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph...
  • PERFECT FOR PHONO/TURNTABLES: A turntable phono preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp...
  • LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding value and performance with a Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. Integrated circuitry accommodates...
  • SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: The PR400 Mini Phono Preamp has gold plated stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and...
  • POWER ADAPTER INCLUDED: 12VDC power adapter tested for quiet operation and soft Orange LED Power indicator on the PR400 preamp indicates the unit is...
  • GOLD PLATED RCA CONNECTORS: reduces the possibility of corrosion which could cause signal loss and nonlinearity in analog connections.
SaleBestseller No. 11
Fosi Audio Box X2 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Phonograph Preamplifier with Gain Gear Mini Stereo...
  • ❤Tube MM Phono Preamplifier: Converts phono signals to Line Level Signals with low-noise integrated circuits and high-quality components to remove...
  • ❤Three switchable gain modes: 39, 42, and 45 dB. Adjustable gain levels to give you customizable control and outstanding compatibility. Entry-Level...
  • ❤Tube Preamplifier: It's also a tube preamp with 3.5mm AUX Input. Designed and assembled by Fosi Audio from high-quality components. Great warm,...
  • ❤Applicable vacuum tube model: 6K4/6J1/6J4/GE5654/6AK5/66*In vacuum tubes, etc. You can replace the vacuum tubes to DIY your stereo system....
  • ❤What You Get: Box X2 phono preamp x1, Vacuum tubes x2, RCA cable x1, power adaptor x1, user manual x1, our worry-free 18-month warranty, and...
Bestseller No. 12
Cambridge Audio Alva Duo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet & Moving Coil Turntables
  • ✓ DESIGNED FOR VINYL – Cambridge Audio’s Alva Duo was designed to give you a superb sonic experience from your favorite record collection using...
  • ✓ ATTENTION TO DETAIL – The Alva Duo's switch mode power supply and surface mount technology delivers short signal paths and a faster response...
  • ✓ SUBSONIC FILTER & BALANCE CONTROL – The Alva Duo will even work if your vinyls are a little worse for wear. The subsonic filter and balance...
  • ✓ HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER – Cambridge added a unique 6.35mm headphone jack directly into the phono stage so you can listen in private. The integrated...
  • ✓ TECH SPECS - MAX POWER CONSUMPTION 10W, CARTRIDGE SUPPORT Moving Magnet | Moving Coil, GAIN @ 1KHZ MM: 39dB | MC: 60dB, NOMINAL OUTPUT 300mV,...
Bestseller No. 13
Nobsound T3 MM Phono Preamp Record Player Preamplifier HiFi Turntable Amplifier
  • T3 phono preamp is designed for home MM(moving magnet) turntable record players to convert phono signals to line level signals. It is only a preamp,...
  • With volume control, higher amplification times can make best use of your record player performance.
  • Adopting pure copper GND and gold-plated RCA terminals, low-noise integrated circuits and high quality components to remove low frequency noise and...
  • Mini size with attractive appearance, power switch with red indicator makes it fashionable, metal aluminum case can prevent vibrations and...
Bestseller No. 14
Fosi Audio Box X1 Phono Preamp for MM Turntable Mini Stereo Audio Hi-Fi Phonograph/Record Player...
  • 【Converts MM Turntable Signals】: BOX X1 compact ultra-low noise phono preamp converts phono signals to line-level signals. Designed with a...
  • 【MM Phono Preamplifier with DC12V Power Adapter】: Output Voltage Level: 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms, SNR: 70dB, THD: ≤0.08% @ 1kHz and 3mV,...
  • 【RCA Output & 3.5MM Headphone Output】: BOX X1 supports MM turntable input, 3.5MM headphone output, and RCA line output for powered speakers. You...
  • 【Amplify Vinyl Records to Interface with Your Home Stereo System】:The built-in low noise phono preamp circuitry is highly accurate and precisely...
  • 【What You Get】: BOX X1 phono preamp x1, 12V power adapter x1, User manual x1, our worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service.
Bestseller No. 15
iFi Audio Zen Phono Preamp for Turntables / Record Players
  • INPUTS - Selectable MM and MC cartridge input
  • OUTPUTS - RCA and Balanced 4.4mm Pentacon Outputs
  • CUSTOMIZE TO YOUR TURNTABLE SETUP - Ultrawide 36dB to 72dB gain
  • INTELLIGENT - subsonic analog filter
  • ACCESSORIES - Includes 5V DC power supply and RCA cable
Bestseller No. 16
Pro-Ject Tube Box S2 Phono Preamplifier (Black)
  • Suitable for MM and MC cartridges
  • Precise RIAA equalization in two parts, passive/active
  • Fully discreet circuit design without OpAmps
  • 2x ECC83 tubes (replaceable)
  • Front-sided Subsonic filter button
Bestseller No. 17
Parasound Zphono MM/MC Phono Preamplifier with USB
  • Dual transformers and analog power supplies - AC polarity switch to help eliminate hum
  • RIAA defeat switch allows for post recording digital RIAA equalization - Settings for MM-47 kΩ, MC-47 kΩ or MC-100 Ω cartridges
  • 2 additional inputs for recording line level audio (Tape, Tuner, Sat Radio, etc.) - Headphone output for monitoring recording
Bestseller No. 18
Vincent PHO 701 Phono Preamplifier MM/MC w/Outboard Power Supply Silver
  • Two chassis mm/mc phono stage
  • Hybrid tube/solid state design
  • Highly regulated power supply in separate chassis
  • Inputs: 1x rca stereo, 1x din (dc in pho 700)
Bestseller No. 19
Cambridge Audio Alva Solo | Phono Preamp for Moving Magnet Turntable
  • ✓ DESIGNED FOR VINYL – Cambridge Audio’s Alva Solo is a dedicated moving magnet phono preamp designed to give you a superb sonic experience from...
  • ✓ ATTENTION TO DETAIL – The Alva Duo's switch mode power supply and surface mount technology delivers short signal paths and a faster response...
  • ✓ SUBSONIC FILTER & BALANCE CONTROL – The Alva Solo will even work if your vinyls are a little worse for wear. The subsonic filter and balance...
  • ✓ GREAT ADDITION TO ANY AMP – The Alva Solo is a perfect for your amp that doesn’t have a phono preamp built in or a great upgrade for your amp...
  • ✓ TECH SPECS - MAX POWER CONSUMPTION 10W, GAIN @ 1KHZ 39dB, NOMINAL OUTPUT 300mV, SENSITIVITY FOR NOMINAL OUTPUT 3.35mV, EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE...
Bestseller No. 20
Pro-Ject - Phono Box S2 (Black)
  • Audiophile Performance
  • Dual mono configuration
  • Audiophile-grade amplification modules
  • Audiophile-grade polypropylene WIMA capacitors
  • Precise RIAA equalization

Having trouble finding a great phono preamps?

This problem is well understood by us because we have gone through the entire phono preamps research process ourselves, which is why we have put together a comprehensive list of the best phono preampss available in the market today.

After hours of searching and using all the models on the market, we have found the best phono preamps for 2023. See our ranking below!

How Do You Buy The Best Phono Preamps?

Do you get stressed out thinking about shopping for a great phono preamps? Do doubts keep creeping into your mind?

We understand, because we’ve already gone through the whole process of researching phono preamps, which is why we have assembled a comprehensive list of the greatest phono preamps available in the current market. We’ve also come up with a list of questions that you probably have yourself.

John Harvards has done the best we can with our thoughts and recommendations, but it’s still crucial that you do thorough research on your own for phono preamps that you consider buying. Your questions might include the following:

  • Is it worth buying an phono preamps?
  • What benefits are there with buying an phono preamps?
  • What factors deserve consideration when shopping for an effective phono preamps?
  • Why is it crucial to invest in any phono preamps, much less the best one?
  • Which phono preamps are good in the current market?
  • Where can you find information like this about phono preamps?

We’re convinced that you likely have far more questions than just these regarding phono preamps, and the only real way to satisfy your need for knowledge is to get information from as many reputable online sources as you possibly can.

Potential sources can include buying guides for phono preamps, rating websites, word-of-mouth testimonials, online forums, and product reviews. Thorough and mindful research is crucial to making sure you get your hands on the best-possible phono preamps. Make sure that you are only using trustworthy and credible websites and sources.

John Harvards provides an phono preamps buying guide, and the information is totally objective and authentic. We employ both AI and big data in proofreading the collected information.

How did we create this buying guide? We did it using a custom-created selection of algorithms that lets us manifest a top-10 list of the best available phono preamps currently available on the market.

This technology we use to assemble our list depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:

  1. Brand Value: Every brand of phono preamps has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an phono preamps?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your phono preamps.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade phono preamps objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their phono preamps.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an phono preamps, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an phono preamps is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: Are expensive phono preamps worth it?

A: The worth of a gadget comes from its features and use rather than the price tag. In the end there is only one function of a preamp and even the cheapest models can fulfill it. More expensive phono preamps have a special design that lets them accomplish more tasks and those features are irrelevant to most users.

Q: How to determine whether you actually need a phono preamp?

A: – Best Bluetooth turntables: put a modern spin on your vinyl – The best portable record players: Perfect for small spaces – The loudest Bluetooth speakers: summon the devil himself

Q: What are the best turntable phono pre amplifiers?

A: Soundsmith MCP-2 MkII. The Soundsmith MCP-2 preamp might sound pricey to start with,but many of the preamps out there cost far more. Cambridge Audio Alva Solo. As you’ll see from this list,the prices can vary hugely between products. … Bellari VP130 Mk2. … ART DJPRE II. … SPL Phonos. … Vincent PHO-701. … Music Hall Mini. … Fluance PA10. … Parks Audio Puffin. …

Q: How to build a great audiophile phono preamp?

A: – Built like a tank – Wide range of adjustments and load settings – Quietest phono pre-amplifier we’ve tried – Excellent pace – Neutral tonal balance – Excellent sense of pace and timing – Load settings are hard to read on the bottom panel – Don’t lose the DIP switch tool

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