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Chord Electronics ULTIMA Phonostage
$34,999.00
Product Details
Designed and handmade in the UK
The Chord Electronics ULTIMA Phonostage is a reference-level phono stage for MC and MM cartridges. It features a dual mono design with 3 independent balanced or unbalanced inputs, and 12 impedance settings including selectable capacitance, giving vinyl enthusiasts precise control over cartridge matching. The ULTIMA Phonostage is available in Silver or Black.
Key Features
- Advanced Dual-Mono Circuit Architecture: Ensures superior channel separation and minimal crosstalk
- Flexible MM/MC Cartridge Compatibility with Selectable Loading: Supports wide adjustable impedance settings
- Six Fully Assignable Analogue Inputs (XLR and RCA): Enables multi-turntable system flexibility
- Intelligent Signal Monitoring and Protection Circuitry: Prevents clipping from spikes or setup errors
- Per-input Microprocessor-controlled Configuration with Memory: Allows saving and recalling individual settings
Technical Specifications
| Design | Dual mono design |
| Inputs | 3 independent balanced or unbalanced inputs (6 fully assignable analogue inputs total, XLR and RCA) |
| Cartridge Compatibility | MC and MM cartridges |
| Impedance Settings | 12 settings, including selectable capacitance |
| Configuration Memory | Per-input microprocessor-controlled configuration with memory |
| Protection Circuitry | Intelligent signal monitoring and protection circuitry |
| Available Finishes | Silver or Black |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the ULTIMA Phonostage work with both MM and MC cartridges?
A: Yes. It offers flexible MM/MC cartridge compatibility with selectable loading across 12 impedance settings, including selectable capacitance, to support a wide range of adjustable impedance settings.
Q: How many turntables can I connect to the ULTIMA Phonostage?
A: It has 3 independent balanced or unbalanced inputs, for a total of 6 fully assignable analogue inputs (XLR and RCA), enabling multi-turntable system flexibility.
Q: Can I save different settings for each input?
A: Yes. Per-input microprocessor-controlled configuration with memory allows you to save and recall individual settings for each connected source.
Q: Does the ULTIMA Phonostage protect against setup errors or signal spikes?
A: Yes. Its intelligent signal monitoring and protection circuitry prevents clipping caused by spikes or setup errors.
Q: Why does the dual mono design matter?
A: The advanced dual-mono circuit architecture ensures superior channel separation and minimal crosstalk between the left and right channels.
Q: What colour options are available for the ULTIMA Phonostage?
A: It's available in Silver or Black.
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