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TEAC Audio PE-505 Fully-Balanced Phono Amplifier

$2,799.99 USD

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Product Description

The TEAC PE-505 Fully-Balanced Phono Amplifier is a high-performance component designed for audiophiles seeking pristine vinyl playback. Featuring a dual-monaural, fully-balanced circuit design, it amplifies delicate signals from moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges with exceptional clarity and minimal noise. Its high-precision NF-type RIAA equalizer achieves ±0.05 dB accuracy, supporting modern RIAA curves and vintage DECCA/COLUMBIA curves for pre-1955 monaural records. Switchable load resistance (MC) and load capacitance (MM) ensure precise cartridge matching, while a unique load-resistance measuring function displays total impedance on a front-panel gauge. A subsonic filter, subsonic detection gauge, and high-cut filter enhance playback purity. Housed in a compact A4-sized chassis with patent-pending ‘Pin-Point’ feet and aluminum panels, it minimizes vibrations and electromagnetic noise, reflecting TEAC’s 70-year legacy of audio excellence.

Key Features

Fully-Balanced Dual-Monaural Design: Independent left/right circuits with high-quality components ensure exceptional channel separation and low noise for MM and MC cartridges.
High-Precision RIAA Equalizer: NF-type equalizer with ±0.05 dB accuracy (20 Hz–20 kHz) supports RIAA, DECCA, and COLUMBIA curves, ideal for modern and vintage vinyl.
Flexible Cartridge Matching: MC: Switchable load resistance (10, 22, 47, 100, 220, 470, 1k ohms)
MM: Switchable load capacitance (0, 100, 150, 200, 270, 330, 470 pF)
Load-Resistance Measuring Function: Front-panel gauge displays total load resistance (including cable) for precise MC cartridge optimization.
Subsonic Filter & Detection: 10 Hz subsonic filter (–24 dB/octave) removes low-frequency noise, with a gauge indicating subsonic signal presence for cleaner playback.
High-Cut Filter: Switchable high-cut filter (2 kHz, –3 dB) reduces high-frequency distortion in warped records, preserving sound quality.
Versatile Connectivity: Includes balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs/outputs, with a ground terminal for turntable integration.
Vibration Control: Patent-pending ‘Pin-Point’ feet (Japan Patent Nos. 4075477, 3778108) with a three-point spiked design minimize resonance, enhancing clarity.
Robust Build: Full-metal chassis with aluminum panels shields against electromagnetic noise, with a compact 11.4" W x 3.3" H x 9.8" D footprint.
User-Friendly Interface: Front-panel switches for EQ curves, filters, and load settings, plus a de-magnetizer function for MC cartridge maintenance.

Why Choose the TEAC PE-505?

The TEAC PE-505 delivers a rich, detailed vinyl sound with a wide soundstage, ideal for genres like jazz, classical, and rock. Its fully-balanced design and precise equalizer ensure accurate playback for both modern and vintage records, while flexible load settings optimize any MM or MC cartridge. The load-resistance gauge and subsonic detection add practical precision, and the vibration-resistant chassis ensures purity. Perfect for vinyl enthusiasts seeking a high-end phono stage, it integrates seamlessly with turntables and amplifiers, offering audiophile-grade performance in a compact, elegant package.

Product Specifications

Input Options: 1 balanced XLR (MM/MC)
1 unbalanced RCA (MM/MC) with ground terminal
Output Options: 1 balanced XLR (0.98 Vrms MM, 0.98 Vrms MC at 1k ohms)
1 unbalanced RCA (0.5 Vrms MM, 0.5 Vrms MC at 1k ohms)
Equalization Curves: RIAA, DECCA, COLUMBIA
RIAA Deviation: ±0.05 dB (20 Hz–20 kHz)
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.002% (MM, 1 kHz, 4 Vrms), <0.02% (MC, 1 kHz, 4 Vrms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: MM: >89 dB (IHF-A, 5 mV input)
MC: >67 dB (IHF-A, 0.5 mV input)
Load Resistance (MC): 10, 22, 47, 100, 220, 470, 1k ohms
Load Capacitance (MM): 0, 100, 150, 200, 270, 330, 470 pF
Subsonic Filter: 10 Hz, –24 dB/octave
High-Cut Filter: 2 kHz, –3 dB
Power Consumption: 14W (operating), <0.4W (standby)
Dimensions: 11.4" W x 3.3" H x 9.8" D (290 x 84.5 x 252.5 mm)
Weight: 11.2 lbs (5.1 kg)
Finish: Black, Silver