Yoshino Ltd. 88PB

About the Yoshino Ltd. 88PB

The EAR Yoshino Ltd. 88PB is a British, all-tube stereo phono preamplifier designed for both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. It provides two phono inputs—one MM-only and one switchable between MM and MC—and uses four PCC88/7DJ8 valves, with ECC88/6DJ8/6922-family equivalents commonly cited as compatible substitutes when replaced as a complete set. Its MC input employs EAR’s transformer-based step-up arrangement, with internally selectable 4-ohm or 40-ohm loading. A front-panel volume control permits direct connection to a power amplifier, while both RCA single-ended and XLR balanced outputs are provided. Reported dimensions, weight, and some electrical figures vary between regional documentation and revisions; the principal published specifications are consolidated below. The product is still listed in EAR Yoshino product-range material, but availability is limited and may vary by market.