{"product_id":"audiolab-ppa7-phono-pre-amplifier","title":"Audiolab PPA7 Phono Pre-amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Available to pre-order, with stock expected from late October. Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expressiveaudio.com\/pages\/get-in-touch\" title=\"How to Contact Expressive Audio | Lincolnshire's HiFi, Home Cinema \u0026amp; Multiroom Experts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you have any queries.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaking more of your vinyl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Audiolab PPA7 is a compact, high-performance phono preamplifier designed to bring greater clarity, control and versatility to vinyl playback.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSupporting both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expressiveaudio.com\/collections\/cartridges\" title=\"Shop HiFi Turntable Cartridges at Expressive Audio | Lincolnshire's HiFi, Home Cinema \u0026amp; Multiroom Experts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, the PPA7 combines precise cartridge matching and purpose-designed analogue circuitry with a dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier, Bluetooth® transmission with aptX HD and high-resolution USB recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully engineered and effortless to use, the PPA7 brings Audiolab analogue performance to every part of the modern vinyl experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eThe Sound of Vinyl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono stage handles one of the smallest and most delicate signals in any HiFi system. The electrical output generated at the stylus requires significant amplification and precise equalisation before it is ready for an amplifier – making the quality of the phono stage fundamental to the performance of any turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPA7 gives that signal the attention it deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts purpose-designed analogue circuitry provides the low-noise amplification, accurate RIAA equalisation and carefully controlled gain required to extract greater clarity, detail and musical expression from every record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether upgrading from the phono input built into an amplifier or building a dedicated vinyl system, the PPA7 provides a compelling step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eMM or MC? Made to Match\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent cartridges place different demands on a phono preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPA7 is designed to accommodate both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil designs, with carefully selected loading options that allow performance to be optimised as your vinyl system evolves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor MM cartridges, the standard 47k input impedance is complemented by selectable 100pF and 220pF capacitance, allowing the phono stage to be better matched to the cartridge and cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoving Coil users can select between 100R and 330R impedance loading, providing practical matching for a wide range of low-output MC cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't flexibility for the sake of a specification sheet. Correct cartridge matching helps deliver the tonal balance, openness and control your cartridge was designed to provide – whether you're using the cartridge you own today or the one you upgrade to tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eAnalogue by Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiny signal generated by a phono cartridge leaves little room for compromise. Input noise, grounding, gain structure, power supply regulation, circuit layout and output-stage design can all influence what eventually reaches your amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPA7 has therefore been engineered as a dedicated analogue component rather than simply a phono input in another box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts purpose-designed analogue output stage delivers a clean, stable line-level signal to an integrated amplifier, preamplifier, power amplifier or active loudspeaker system – bringing Audiolab's long-standing approach to neutrality, low distortion and musical accuracy to vinyl replay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003ePower to the Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean, stable power is fundamental when amplifying the extremely low-level signal produced by a phono cartridge. While the PPA7 is powered from a compact 12V DC supply, separate internal regulation stages generate symmetrical +8.5V and -8.5V power rails for its analogue circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis regulated architecture provides stable operating conditions throughout the phono amplification, equalisation and output stages, helping minimise noise and preserve the fine detail contained within the groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Audiolab's Sound of Science philosophy in action: purposeful engineering applied in service of the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eHead-Fi Meets Vinyl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat vinyl listening doesn't always need loudspeakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPA7 incorporates a dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier, providing a direct, high-quality route from turntable to headphones. Its high slew rate and wide gain bandwidth are designed to deliver a dynamic, detailed listening experience across a broad range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expressiveaudio.com\/collections\/headphones\" title=\"Browse Headphones at Expressive Audio | Lincolnshire's HiFi, Home Cinema \u0026amp; Multiroom Experts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eheadphone\u003c\/a\u003e types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes the PPA7 equally at home in the main HiFi system, a desktop setup or those late-night listening sessions when loudspeakers aren't an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eVinyl Without the Wires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPA7 brings another dimension to headphone listening with integrated Bluetooth 5.3 transmission and aptX HD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair compatible Bluetooth headphones and your record collection is no longer tied to the listening chair. The PPA7 can also transmit to compatible Bluetooth speakers, opening up greater flexibility for turntable placement and everyday listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWired playback remains the audiophile reference, but when convenience matters, Bluetooth gives the PPA7 another dimension – bringing vinyl to wireless headphones and speakers without changing the source that started it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eFrom Record Collection to Digital Library\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome records deserve to be preserved beyond the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare pressings, treasured albums and versions unavailable on streaming services can be archived directly to a PC or Mac through the PPA7's USB-C recording interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelectable sample rates from 44.1kHz to 192kHz, combined with 16-bit or 24-bit recording, provide the flexibility to create high-quality digital transfers from your vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the PPA7 goes further than a basic record output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable USB recording gain from -12dB to +3dB allows the recording level to be optimised for different cartridges and records, helping maximise signal capture while reducing the risk of clipping on hotter pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom groove to digital library, the PPA7 puts you in control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"t4s-image-text-heading\"\u003eCompact HiFi. Full Audiolab.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t4s-image-text-des t4s-rte  t4s-text-justify\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact dimensions don't mean compromised construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to complement the Audiolab D7 and sit naturally alongside 6000 and 7000 Series components, the PPA7 combines an aluminium chassis, tactile rotary controls, a crisp 33mm OLED display and full remote operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than hiding configuration switches underneath or behind the unit, the PPA7 makes cartridge setup and everyday operation accessible through its user interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in Audiolab's signature Black or Silver, it's unmistakably part of the family – understated, purposeful and built around the system rather than the specification sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudiolab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePPA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral Description\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhono Preamplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign Philosophy and Core Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-performance MM and MC Phono Preamplifier\u003cbr\u003eUser-configurable Cartridge Loading\u003cbr\u003eDedicated Current-feedback Headphone Amplifier\u003cbr\u003eBluetooth® Transmitter Supporting aptX HD for Bluetooth Headphones or Speakers\u003cbr\u003eUSB-C Audio Recording Interface for PC \u0026amp; Mac\u003cbr\u003e33mm (1.3\") OLED Display\u003cbr\u003eLow-noise Dual Power Supply Voltage Stabilising Circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x Phono (MM), 1 x Phono (MC), 1 x 12V Trigger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth 5.3, 1 x RCA, 1 x Headphone, 1 x 12V Trigger, 1 x USB Record Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+46dB (Phono MM)\u003cbr\u003e+60dB (Phono MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Sensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8mV RMS (MM Gain = 0dB, VOL = 0dB)\u003cbr\u003e1mV RMS (MC Gain = 0dB, VOL = 0dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47k ohms (MM)\u003cbr\u003e100 ohms\/330 ohms (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.003% (1kHz, VOL=0dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Overload Margin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMC Headroom = 5.9mV RMS, VOL = -20dB, THD\u0026lt;0.1%\u003cbr\u003eMM Headroom = 88mVrms VOL = -20dB, THD\u0026lt;0.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz-20kHz (+\/-0.5dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80dB (MM) A-weighted\u003cbr\u003e80dB (MC) A-weighted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Amplifier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion (THD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.35 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-600 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSB Record\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.1-192kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBit Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\/24bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandby Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.5W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.42kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGross Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.11kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e208 x 56 x 180 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarton Size (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e324 x 84 x 285 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver\/Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirements\u003cbr\u003e(depending on region)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110-240V ~ 50\/60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower adaptor, Remote Control, User Manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audiolab","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":57563486847351,"sku":"AL-PPA7-S","price":499.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":57563486880119,"sku":"AL-PPA7-B","price":499.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1659\/9697\/files\/34443_PPA7_silver.jpg?v=1792166011","url":"https:\/\/expressiveaudio.com\/products\/audiolab-ppa7-phono-pre-amplifier","provider":"Expressive Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}