Parasound XRM Phono Preamplifier

Parasound Zphono XRM Phono Preamplifier

The Parasound Zphono XRM is a high-performance phono preamplifier designed for vinyl enthusiasts who demand exceptional flexibility and sound quality. Building on Parasound’s legacy of audiophile-grade engineering, it offers independent MM and MC inputs, precise loading adjustments, and balanced or unbalanced outputs, making it an ideal centerpiece for any turntable setup.

Key Features
• Independent inputs for moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, eliminating the need to swap cables when changing turntables.
• Fully adjustable MC load impedance from 50 to 1050 ohms, allowing precise cartridge matching.
• Variable MM capacitance settings to optimize tonal balance and clarity.
• Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs for maximum system compatibility and noise rejection.
• High-quality Burr-Brown op-amps and discrete circuitry for accurate, dynamic sound reproduction.
• Low-noise design with an ultra-quiet toroidal power supply for a black background and improved detail retrieval.
• Mono switch for reducing surface noise on mono records and improving playback authenticity.
• Rumble filter to remove low-frequency noise without compromising musicality.
• Compact half-rack chassis that fits easily into any system, with rack-mount options available.

Technical Specifications
• Gain: MM 40 dB, MC 50-70 dB adjustable
• Input Impedance: MM 47 kΩ, MC adjustable 50-1050 Ω
• Capacitance: MM adjustable from 100 pF to 680 pF
• Outputs: Balanced XLR and Unbalanced RCA
• THD: <0.02%
• Dimensions: 9.5" W x 2" H x 10" D
• Weight: 5 lbs