Micro iPhono 3 Black Label vs Musical Fidelity MX-VYNL
The MX-VYNL's signal-to-noise is 101 dB against the Micro iPhono 3 Black Label's 85 dB, its thd 0.007% against 0.005%, its mc gain 57 dB against 60 dB, and its mm gain 42 dB against 36 dB.
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AnalogPhono Pre-Amps
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$599 - $999
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About the Micro iPhono 3 Black Label
The iFi Audio micro iPhono3 Black Label is a premium phono preamplifier that supports both moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) cartridges. It features hand-matched Burr-Brown Soundplus components and offers improved dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio compared to its predecessors. The device is compact, measuring 158 x 58 x 28 mm, and weighs approximately 265g (0.58 lbs). It provides a frequency response of 10Hz to 100kHz (±0.3dB) and 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.2dB), with a dynamic range of over 108dB for MM and over 106dB for MC cartridges. The signal-to-noise ratio is greater than 85dB for both MM and MC configurations. It includes a maximum undistorted output of 7V and a total harmonic distortion of less than 0.005%. The iPhono3 Black Label is powered by an iPower X supply, which provides 15V/1.2A, and consumes less than 5W.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.005%
- SNR
- 85 dB
- Output Voltage
- 7.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 100Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 7.0V RMS
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 36 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 158 × 58 × 28 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.265 kg (1 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions