Phono stage | £249 View offers | whf.cm/PhonoBox_DS2
The phono stage has more impact on the quality of record replay than any other part of the amplification chain. It not only does the heavy lifting in amplifying the cartridge’s tiny signal but also performs the delicate equalisation necessary for a flat frequency response, while it shouldn’t add too much noise and distortion.
The phono modules built into most non-premium integrated amplifiers are pretty limited in ability,