pa15.3

The Music Hall PA15.3 is a compact phono preamplifier designed for vinyl enthusiasts seeking a quality amplification solution for their turntables. It supports a variety of input impedances, including 10 ohm, 100 ohm, 1 kohm, and 47 kohm, suitable for different cartridge types. The gain options are versatile, offering settings of 40dB, 43dB, 60dB, and 63dB, which accommodate various levels of output from phono cartridges. Its specifications include a total harmonic distortion (THD) of less than 0.001% at 5mV (40dB gain) and less than 0.005% at 1mV (60dB gain), ensuring a clean sound free from unwanted artifacts. The noise floor is rated at -92dBV (A weighted) and -87dBV (20Hz-20kHz), providing a quiet listening experience. Furthermore, the device achieves a maximum output voltage of 10Vrms with THD below 1%, ensuring it can drive various audio systems effectively. The RIAA equalization curve accuracy is impressive, with a maximum deviation of 0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz, which enhances vinyl playback fidelity. It offers crosstalk of greater than 98dB at 5mV and 10kHz with 40dB gain, indicating excellent channel separation. The outboard power supply operates at 18V/500mA and is compatible with local mains supplies. The physical dimensions are 2.24 inches in height, 3.94 inches in width, and 6.69 inches in depth, making it a compact addition to any audio setup. It weighs approximately 1.5 lbs without the power supply, facilitating easy integration into various configurations.