Gold Note - PH-1000 Lite - Phono Stage
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ℹ Product Information
Gold Note PH-1000 Lite Phono Stage
Rediscover the purest essence of analog music with the Gold Note PH-1000 Lite Phono Stage, a stellar companion for vinyl enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on sound quality. Drawing on the illustrious heritage of its predecessors, the PH-1000 Lite arrives for the connoisseur ready to indulge in a listening experience that marries traditional warmth with cutting-edge innovation. Embark on an auditory journey through the grooves of your cherished vinyl collection, guided by the unparalleled precision of three independent inputs—including two unbalanced RCA and a balanced XLR—designed to cater to your every audiophile whim. Your records will sing like never before, thanks to the meticulous assembly of high-quality components, housed within an aluminum chassis of unyielding solidity, expertly machined to perfection. But it doesn't stop at mere physical robustness; the PH-1000 Lite treads new grounds with its unlimited access to EQ curves, allowing you to tailor the output with unprecedented authenticity to the original studio environment—from the ubiquitous RIAA to the distinguished Decca Mono 78rpm. The intuitive control via a color display and the Single Knob Control technology unveils every nuance of your audio, while the seamless headphone output connects you directly to the heart of music with pristine clarity. With the option to upgrade the already modular design with external power supplies and tube output stages, the Gold Note PH-1000 Lite doesn't just fulfill your acoustic desires—it enhances them to epitomize the zenith of vinyl playback. This is not merely a phono stage; it's an invitation to redefine excellence.
Features / Benefits Section:
Versatility with Three Independent Inputs:
The Gold Note PH-1000 Lite offers unparalleled connectivity with two unbalanced RCA and one balanced XLR input. This array allows audiophiles to freely switch between multiple turntables or tonearms, ensuring compatibility with virtually any vinyl setup.
Benefit: Tailor your listening experience by connecting multiple audio sources simultaneously, and revel in a setup that's as versatile as your vinyl collection.
High-Quality Components:
Immaculate sound begins with high-quality materials. The PH-1000 Lite boasts an aluminum chassis machined with precision, and electronic components that have passed rigorous computer-controlled tests.
Benefit: Feel confident in the durability and reliability of your device, ensuring that your investment in sound is protected by the quality and craftsmanship synonymous with the Gold Note brand.
Unlimited EQ Curves:
Indulge in a multitude of EQ curves including RIAA, Capitol, Columbia, and more. Each curve can be served with an "enhanced" option, inspired by Neumann Cutting Lathe technology.
Benefit: Attain the purest auditory match to the original recording, providing an experience that transcends the limitations of standard phono stages and brings the studio's acoustics directly into your home.
Total Control:
The PH-1000 Lite offers a color display in tandem with Single Knob Control technology, ensuring full accessibility to the phono stage's function without interrupting playback.
Benefit: Intuitively fine-tune the details of your audio experience with ease, achieving perfection in every session without hassle or complexity.
Headphone Output:
Connect your favorite headphones directly to the PH-1000 Lite for the most intimate vinyl listening session, without the need for additional amplification stages.
Benefit: Experience exceptional clarity and direct connection to your music, whether you're enjoying a personal listening session or monitoring audio quality.
Modular Design:
The PH-1000 Lite's design accommodates audiofile aspirations with options to enhance your setup using external power supplies or optional tube output stages.
Benefit: Customize and upgrade your musical journey as your needs evolve, ensuring your phono stage grows with your passion for vinyl and high-fidelity audio.
Infrasonic Filter and Mono/Stereo Control:
Minimize unwanted low-frequency noise with a switchable infrasonic filter and adjust for mono or stereo recordings with ease.
Benefit: Achieve the clearest possible sound by eliminating sub-sonic rumbles, and accurately play back mono records or enjoy stereo depth without compromise.
Fine Adjustments for Capacitance, Load, and Gain:
With meticulously engineered adjustments for capacitance, load, and gain, the PH-1000 Lite offers fine-tuning for the discerning ear, ensuring optimal cartridge performance.
Benefit: Customize every aspect of signal processing to match specific cartridge requirements, for a sound that's not just heard but felt.
Class A Outputs:
The PH-1000 Lite's RCA and XLR outputs operate in pure Class A, renowned for its high fidelity.
Benefit: Benefit from the warm, natural sound with minimal distortion, realizing an audiophile-grade listening experience that captivates and enthralls.
Technical Precision:
Gold Note doesn't skimp on technical excellence; from a 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response to less than 0.01% THD, a signal-to-noise ratio of 100dB, and a dynamic range of 110dB.
Benefit: Rest assured that the specs of the PH-1000 Lite not only promise but deliver one of the cleanest, most dynamic sounds available, satisfying even the deepest cravings for audio purity.
Specifications
Specification Category | Specification Detail |
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Main Features | |
Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20kHz |
EQ Curves | 18 EQ curves all with Enhanced option (+/- 0.3dB); Infinite EQ curves with 4 manually adjustable presets (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.01% max. |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 100dB |
Dynamic Range | 110dB |
Infrasonic Filter | 10Hz/36dB octave (ON/OFF) |
Mono/Stereo Control | Stereo, Stereo 180°, Mono, Mono 180°, Mono L |
Channel Swapping | R/L, L/R |
IR Receiver | For multifunctional remote control |
Audio Inputs | |
Unbalanced RCA | 2x (0.1mV MC up to 8.0mV MM) |
Balanced XLR | 1x (0.1mV up to 1.0mV MC) |
Load | 12 options for RCA[100kΩ, 75kΩ, 47kΩ, 33kΩ, 22kΩ, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω] 8 options for XLR[4k7Ω, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω] External Load supports RCA and XLR plugs (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE) |
Capacitance | OFF, 100pF, 150pF, 220pF, 330pF, 470pF, 1000pF |
Gain | PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE: 40dB MM to 65dB MC with 7 options [0dB, ± 3dB, ± 6dB, ± 9dB] PH-1000 LITE: 40dB MM to 60dB MC with 7 options [0dB, ± 3dB, ± 6dB, ± 9dB] |
Line Input Level | 2Vrms (standard) up to 2,5Vrms (max) |
Audio Outputs | |
Unbalanced RCA Output | 1x @1V |
Balanced XLR Output | 1x @4V |
Output for Tube | 1x Output Stereo for Tube (balanced GN) for optional TUBE-1012 & TUBE-1006 |
Output Impedance | Unbalanced 100Ω; Balanced 300Ω |
Power | |
Power Consumption | 30W |
PSU Input | For external power supply Gold Note PSU-1250 & PSU-1000 |
Power Supply | Dual-Mono linear power supply 100-240V with auto sense, 50-60Hz |
Fuse | 2A T |
Dimensions and Weight | |
Dimensions | 430mm W |
Weight | Kg. 12 – net; Kg. 17 – boxed |
In essence, the Gold Note PH-1000 Lite isn't just a component in your audio setup—it's the cornerstone of an immersive, high-fidelity experience that resonates with the soul of the music. Rediscover your collection and
ℹ Specifications
Specification Category | Specification Detail |
---|---|
Main Features | |
Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20kHz |
EQ Curves | 18 EQ curves all with Enhanced option (+/- 0.3dB); Infinite EQ curves with 4 manually adjustable presets (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.01% max. |
Signal to Noise Ratio | 100dB |
Dynamic Range | 110dB |
Infrasonic Filter | 10Hz/36dB octave (ON/OFF) |
Mono/Stereo Control | Stereo, Stereo 180°, Mono, Mono 180°, Mono L |
Channel Swapping | R/L, L/R |
IR Receiver | For multifunctional remote control |
Audio Inputs | |
Unbalanced RCA | 2x (0.1mV MC up to 8.0mV MM) |
Balanced XLR | 1x (0.1mV up to 1.0mV MC) |
Load | 12 options for RCA[100kΩ, 75kΩ, 47kΩ, 33kΩ, 22kΩ, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω] 8 options for XLR[4k7Ω, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω] External Load supports RCA and XLR plugs (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE) |
Capacitance | OFF, 100pF, 150pF, 220pF, 330pF, 470pF, 1000pF |
Gain | PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE: 40dB MM to 65dB MC with 7 options [0dB, ± 3dB, ± 6dB, ± 9dB] PH-1000 LITE: 40dB MM to 60dB MC with 7 options [0dB, ± 3dB, ± 6dB, ± 9dB] |
Line Input Level | 2Vrms (standard) up to 2,5Vrms (max) |
Audio Outputs | |
Unbalanced RCA Output | 1x @1V |
Balanced XLR Output | 1x @4V |
Output for Tube | 1x Output Stereo for Tube (balanced GN) for optional TUBE-1012 & TUBE-1006 |
Output Impedance | Unbalanced 100Ω; Balanced 300Ω |
Power | |
Power Consumption | 30W |
PSU Input | For external power supply Gold Note PSU-1250 & PSU-1000 |
Power Supply | Dual-Mono linear power supply 100-240V with auto sense, 50-60Hz |
Fuse | 2A T |
Dimensions and Weight | |
Dimensions | 430mm W |
Weight | Kg. 12 – net; Kg. 17 – boxed |