PHO-8 vs Creek Audio OBH-8
The OBH-8's signal-to-noise is 76 dB against the PHO-8's 83 dB, its mm gain 37 dB against 40 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.050%, and its mc gain 40 dB against 60 dB.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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AmplifiersPhono Pre-AmpsDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$230
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About the PHO-8
The Vincent PHO-8 is a two-box phono preamplifier for moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) cartridges, with a separate external power supply connected to the main unit by a five-pin DIN cable. It provides 40 dB gain for MM cartridges and 60 dB for MC cartridges, with input impedances of 47 kΩ for MM and 100 Ω for MC. The PHO-8 has a 10 Hz–20 kHz frequency response, signal-to-noise ratios above 83 dB for MM and 70 dB for MC, a maximum output of 8 V per channel, and an output impedance of 250 Ω. The main unit measures approximately 4.5 × 2.3 × 5.4 inches and weighs about 2.6 lb; the power supply weighs approximately 3.3 lb.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.050%
- SNR
- 83 dB
- Output Voltage
- 8.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 250Ω
Phono Preamplifier
Phono stage specifications
- MM Gain
- 40 dB
- MC Gain
- 60 dB
- Adjustable Loading
- No
- Adjustable Capacitance
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 114.3 × 58.42 × 137.16 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 1.18 kg (3 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Black, Silver
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions