{"product_id":"ifi-zen-phono-3","title":"iFi ZEN Phono 3","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe iFi ZEN Phono 3 is a high-performance MM\/MC phono preamplifier designed to accommodate a wide range of turntables and cartridges. Four selectable gain levels from 36dB to 72dB and independently adjustable loading allow the phono stage to be matched more precisely to moving magnet and moving coil cartridges.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts intelligent subsonic filter is designed to identify and reduce low-frequency energy caused by record warps without removing the musical bass information that conventional subsonic filters can affect. Precision RIAA equalization maintains accuracy within ±0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWith a measured equivalent input noise of -151dBV, the ZEN Phono 3 is engineered for an exceptionally quiet background, allowing low-level detail from vinyl records to come through clearly. Balanced 4.4mm and RCA outputs provide flexible integration with compatible amplifiers, preamplifiers, and audio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6139\/9068\/files\/01-e_b85708f7-ec74-46cd-9faf-45f68c1e298c_1.jpg?v=1786607976\" alt=\"iFi ZEN Phono 3 Phono Preamplifier for Turntables\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlexible MM \u0026amp; MC Cartridge Matching\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ZEN Phono 3 provides four gain settings—36dB, 48dB, 60dB, and 72dB—to accommodate MM and MC cartridges with widely varying output levels. Independent loading adjustment provides 100pF or 200pF capacitance for MM\/MC High settings and 100Ω, 400Ω, or 1kΩ impedance options for lower-output MC cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIntelligent Subsonic Filtering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eiFi's intelligent subsonic filter is designed to distinguish unwanted low-frequency energy caused by warped records from musical bass information, reducing warp-related rumble without applying the broad bass roll-off associated with conventional subsonic filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra-Low Noise Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a measured equivalent input noise of -151dBV, the ZEN Phono 3 is designed to preserve low-level musical detail while minimizing noise—particularly important when amplifying the very low output of moving coil cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecision RIAA Equalization\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RIAA equalization stage uses multiple TDK C0G capacitors in parallel for stability and low distortion, achieving an RIAA playback accuracy of ±0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMM \u0026amp; MC Cartridge Support —\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodates moving magnet and moving coil cartridges across a wide range of output levels.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e36–72dB Adjustable Gain —\u003c\/strong\u003e Four selectable gain settings provide 36dB, 48dB, 60dB, and 72dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent Cartridge Loading —\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable capacitance and impedance provide more precise matching with compatible cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent Subsonic Filter —\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces low-frequency energy caused by record warps while preserving musical bass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-151dBV Equivalent Input Noise —\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides an exceptionally low-noise foundation for vinyl playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision RIAA Equalization —\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains RIAA accuracy within ±0.15dB from 20Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4.4mm Balanced Output —\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides balanced analogue connectivity to compatible downstream equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRCA Input \u0026amp; 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