Musical Fidelity LX2 LPS
MM/MC phono preamplifier from Musical Fidelity with adjustable impedance, designed for turntables seeking faithful reproduction of the captured signal.
Description
The LX2 LPS is a phono preamplifier from Musical Fidelity, designed to amplify and correct the signal from an MM or MC cartridge before it enters an amplifier. It occupies a distinct place in a vinyl chain, between the turntable and the amplifier, with the aim of restoring the signal without alteration.
This preamplifier offers adjustable impedance, allowing the load applied to the cartridge to be adjusted according to its type and specific characteristics. This flexibility aims to optimise the frequency response and playback fidelity depending on the cartridge used, whether moving magnet (MM) or moving coil (MC).
The design of the LX2 LPS focuses on the elements considered critical in a phono stage: the accuracy of the RIAA correction, low noise levels, controlled distortion and sufficient headroom to handle signal peaks without saturating.
The metal casing of the LX2 LPS is available in Black or Silver finish, fitting into a understated aesthetic designed to pair with various electronics setups.
This phono preamplifier is intended for vinyl enthusiasts with a turntable fitted with an MM or MC cartridge who want a separate phono stage rather than a phono input built into the amplifier. The impedance adjustment will be of particular interest to those who own or are considering several cartridges with different characteristics.
Technical specifications
| Cartridge compatibility | MM / MC |
| Impedance | Adjustable |
| Finish | Black or Silver |
What to check before buying used
The impedance selector is worth testing on each position: the switch contacts can oxidise over time and cause crackling or channel loss when changing the setting. Also check for any hum or background noise once the unit has warmed up, which may indicate ageing capacitors in the RIAA correction stage. The MM/MC inputs and RCA connectors should be inspected to rule out any looseness or oxidation affecting the connection with the turntable.
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