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iFi audio

iFi audio Micro iPhono3 Black Label phonostage/preamplifier

SKU CH-17RB-W3P3F

Phono preamplifier compatible with MM and MC cartridges, featuring Class A TubeState circuitry and an 85dB noise floor

  • Super-quiet playback from an 85 dB noise floor
  • Pure Class A TubeState circuitry for tube-like warmth
  • DirectDrive servoless design removes coupling capacitors
  • Computer-matched op-amps and Nichicon caps ensure precision
  • Compatible with both MM and MC cartridges

Precision Phono Stage for Audiophiles

The iFi Micro iPhono3 Black Label is a dedicated phono stage and preamplifier built for vinyl enthusiasts who demand high-fidelity amplification. It supports both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges, offering a versatile front-end for serious analogue playback systems. Its advanced circuitry targets the listener who prioritises signal purity above all else.

Noise Floor Defines the Practical Limit

The unit achieves a super quiet noise floor measured at 85dB according to the Stereophile standard, placing it among the quietest phono stages available. This specification sets the practical boundary for resolving low-level detail from record grooves. Background hiss is minimised so the music emerges from a blacker silence during quiet passages.

Component Grade Dictates Daily Reliability

The chassis features a sleek matte polished black exterior that resists fingerprints and integrates cleanly into existing racks. Inside, computer-matched op-amps, high-gain bipolar output transistors and Nichicon audio-grade capacitors are selected for long-term stability. This build approach ensures consistent performance day after day without the drift common in lesser designs.

Highlights

  • Super-quiet playback from an 85 dB noise floor
  • Pure Class A TubeState circuitry for tube-like warmth
  • DirectDrive servoless design removes coupling capacitors
  • Computer-matched op-amps and Nichicon caps ensure precision
  • Compatible with both MM and MC cartridges

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Should I pick the MM or MC cartridge setting for my turntable?

The unit supports both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges; select the input that matches your cartridge type for correct gain and loading.

What does the 85 dB noise floor mean when I am listening?

An 85 dB noise floor indicates an extremely quiet background, so surface noise and hiss stay well below the music level even during silent passages.

Which connection standard does the phono stage use and what does it limit?

It uses standard RCA phono connectors for input and output, so cable quality and length will be the practical limits on signal integrity.

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