BOX X5 vs Cambridge Audio Azur 651P
The Azur 651P's signal-to-noise is 86 dB against the BOX X5's 92 dB, its mm gain 39 dB against 38 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.009%, and its output impedance 47Ω against 10Ω.
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The BOX X5 is a stereo phono preamplifier for turntables, supporting both moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) cartridges. It provides four selectable gain settings, precise RIAA equalization, RCA inputs and outputs, and a compact aluminum-alloy chassis. The unit includes a grounding terminal and is powered by the supplied 16 V adapter.
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The Azur 651P's signal-to-noise is 86 dB against the BOX X5's 92 dB, its mm gain 39 dB against 38 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.009%, and its output impedance 47Ω against 10Ω.
The V-LPS's signal-to-noise is 80 dB against the BOX X5's 92 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.009%, its mm gain 40 dB against 38 dB, and its output impedance 47Ω against 10Ω.
The Phono Box MM's signal-to-noise is 88 dB against the BOX X5's 92 dB, its mm gain 40 dB against 38 dB, its thd 0.050% against 0.009%, and its output impedance 47Ω against 10Ω.
The Mini Plus's signal-to-noise is 94 dB against the BOX X5's 92 dB, its thd 0.005% against 0.009%, its mm gain 41.51 dB against 38 dB, and its output impedance 32Ω against 10Ω.
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